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Assistant Director, Facilities Services Imperial Valley

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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: San Diego - Imperial Valley
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Custodial/Facilities, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Join Our Team as Assistant Director, Facilities Services Imperial Valley!

Are you passionate about maintaining and enhancing campus environments? We are looking for a dynamic Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, renovation, and preventive care of our Imperial Valley Campus facilities. This role is crucial in ensuring our campuses are safe, functional, and beautiful.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate our dedicated Facilities Services team across both Imperial Valley campus sites.
  • Schedule and assign tasks to ensure smooth operations and timely maintenance.
  • Oversee contractors and manage construction and development projects from start to finish.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure it meets our high standards.

Supervisory Areas:

  • Custodial services
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Groundskeeping
  • Warehouse operations
  • Event set-up

If you are a proactive leader with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us create a better campus experience for everyone.

Position Information

  • This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Calexico, CA, approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus.
  • This is a full-time, permanent/probationary, offering comprehensive benefits.
  • Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
  • Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Department Summary

SDSU Imperial Valley is a campus/college of San Diego State University serving the desert area of southeastern California. It is accredited as an integral unit of SDSU and operates under the same governance structure and university policies. Currently, SDSU Imperial Valley employs 227 faculty, staff, and student employees.

For more information regarding SDSU Imperial Valley, click here.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required.
  • Two years’ experience in a management role of a maintenance and operations area with direct oversight of employees.
  • Five years’ experience working in a facilities service operation.

Key Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of materials, methods, equipment, and tools in trade areas pertaining to facilities (plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, carpentry, etc.) maintenance operations.
  • Knowledge of generally accepted trade practices.
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for biological and radiological materials
  • Understanding of Cal/OSHA regulations.
  • Familiarity with applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to facilities operations, maintenance, and modifications.
  • Previous experience running an effective and efficient facilities services operation preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Must possess a valid California Driver’s license within 10 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. In addition, our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance:

  • Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
  • Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
  • Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
  • Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

The starting salary for this position is not expected to exceed $90,000 annually.

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. 

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.  For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on January 13, 2025. To receive full consideration, apply by January 12, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu.

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