Housing Operations Manager

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POSITION SPECIFICS​

Housing Operations, a division of Auxiliary & Business Services (A&BS), is excited to welcome candidates for the position of Manager. This position supports the vision and mission of the housing operations by overseeing the daily activities of an assigned set of buildings within a housing area including the direction of employees and initiation of all related actions to ensure effective operations, efficient use of appropriate resources, and a focus on excellence in Custodial, Maintenance, Service, Safety, and Teamwork. 

This position is an on-campus, non-telecommuting/remote position.

Deliver a well-maintained, clean, safe, and secure living experience for students and guests; supporting at least 50 technical service employees in a variety of housing options for over 3,500 students with direction supervision of 8-15 employees in 3-4 buildings with 600-1,000 residents. As an incoming team member of Auxiliary and Business Services, it will be expected that all employees embody and model Penn State’s and Finance and Business’ Values to deliver an exceptional on-campus experience for our students, families, and guests.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Direct daily activities of staff and technical service employees to ensure best operational practices are followed in an effective manner and in accordance with accepted housekeeping and maintenance standards. Ensure safe working conditions are maintained in the area. With the Assistant Director, formulation of plans and establishment of daily work schedules for employees along with planning and scheduling of work during peak time periods such as Semester Break, Spring Break, and Summer.

• Inspect residential areas and observe employee performance to insure conformity with standards and practices. Correct deviations and propose methods for improvement.

• Identify maintenance issues, initiate projects and work requests, and oversee implementation of corrective action by internal maintenance staff and contractors.

• Oversee and conduct annual performance evaluations for all s technical service employees in the area. Counsel employees on job performance, discipline, grievances, accident reports, incident reports, and related matters. 

• Maintain proper standards for safety and accident prevention. Complete regular safety inspections of operational areas. Assist with accident investigations, initiate and direct corrective action, and provide safety reports as needed. Monitor life safety and security systems to ensure effective operation. Liaison with University Police, as necessary.

• Monitor budget and monthly operating statements to ensure fulfillment of budgetary goals and established projections.

• As a designated Essential Employee, prepare for and respond to critical incidents to ensure continuity of operations for housing residents and guests. Assume on-call responsibilities and work, as assigned, for a residential housing area in the evenings, nights, weekends, break periods, and holidays. This is a 100% on-site position; telecommuting is not typical.

It is essential that the candidate have excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to use good judgment when dealing with sensitive and confidential information, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines and demonstrate a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences in a team environment. The successful candidate must have excellent skills in utilizing Microsoft Office (O365) programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications or Certifications

APPA credential of Educational Facilities Professional (EFP) or Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) preferred but not required.

More about Auxiliary & Business Services:

Auxiliary & Business Services is an umbrella organization for thirteen non-academic support units to include Housing & Food Services (HFS), Culinary Support Services, HFS Purchasing, Bryce Jordan Center, General Stores, Hospitality Services, Lion Surplus, id+ office, Multimedia Print Center, Transportation Services, Accounting and Business Operations, Information Technology, and Marketing. A&BS is one of the largest units of Penn State Finance & Business. From the dining commons to the airport, hotels, and a 16,000-seat arena that hosts sports, music, and entertainment events, A&BS provides essential services to students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Auxiliary and Business Services is part of the Finance and Business team and has a vision of being a progressive, creative, innovative, and caring organization which provides the highest quality services, leadership, and expertise valued by our customers, our staff, and the communities we serve. Our values model those of Penn State's and we are especially committed to our goal of effectively managing and developing human re‐sources within Auxiliary and Business Services while providing optimum personal satisfaction and professional growth in a di‐verse, enriching, challenging, and stimulating environment.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Associate Degree
4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $49,188.00 - $71,340.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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