Director of North Campus, University Unions, and Facilities Logistics

How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary Department Summary: Student Life Facilities partners with Housing, Dining, University Unions, Recreational Sports, and other units within Student Life to provide exceptional residential, recreational and learning experiences for students at the University of Michigan. There are approximately 320 employees working in Student Life Facilities that support a building and infrastructure portfolio consisting of 3 university unions, 10 residential dining halls,19 residence halls, and more than 1500 apartments for graduate students and their families. Student Life Facilities is comprised of 5 Directors who have distinct roles with Daily Operations, Capital Projects, Trades, & System Management with all members striving to fulfill the vision of having facilities that create community while being world class in appearance, affordable to the students, sustainable to the earth, and 100% reliable to the user. Position Summary: The Director of North Campus, University Unions, and Facilities Logistics and the Director of Central Campus Operations and Facilities Administration co-direct the Student Life Facilities Unit. Their joint leadership reflects different competencies and expertise but as a whole directs the administrative, operational and developmental activities for Student Life Facilities. The intent is to foster an environment that encourages accountability among management staff and helps all staff to creatively solve and take ownership of problems. Open communication is encouraged to create an environment of inclusiveness, focusing on positive staff morale. Serving under the Director of Student Life Facilities, The Director of North Campus, University Unions, and Facilities Logistics is responsible for planning and directing the logistical activities of the department. This position provides vision and direction for departmental training and logistics, including directly liaising to the University Unions, Department of Public Safety and Security, Environmental Health and Safety, Grounds Maintenance, Waste Management, Pest Management, and the Laundry vendor. This position is responsible for daily operations of the North Campus (2 Residential Halls and 1500 apartments) and University Unions physical plant, including maintenance and custodial functions. The Director of North Campus, University Unions, and Facilities Logistics oversees an $8.0M Apartment budget, a $5.5M Residential Hall budget, and a $5.0M University Unions budget which includes Utilities, Personnel, Contracts, and Supplies. Approximately 65 employees report to this position, including an Associate Director. Responsibilities* North Campus and University Unions Daily Operations, Program Management, and Financial Control 30% Develop and oversee operational procedures and policies for all North Campus Student Life Facilities and University Unions Direct the operations of the North Campus physical plant including corrective maintenance, preventative maintenance and custodial activities. Plans and controls operating expenses for utilities, labor, materials, and contracts. Consult and Inform senior staff members about physical plant matters and problem areas. Plan and conduct routine facility inspections for quality assurance and program compliance. Plan and conduct formal biennial building assessments Staffing & Supervision 30% Oversee and direct all personnel related actions, including hiring, training, discipline, and the annual performance management program. Holds administrative responsibility and authority for staff Lead and manage a work environment that maximizes the talents of each person, ensures that all direct reports and staff within the facilities area understand performance e…

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