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Director of Campus Operations
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Position Number: 5453764
Location: Fremont, CA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Director of Campus Operations

San Francisco Bay University

Director of Campus Operations

Fremont, CA
Category: Staff
Type: Full-time
Min. Experience: Director
Salary: $170,000 - $190,000
Director of Campus Operations

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San Francisco Bay University (SFBU) is a small-sized nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California. SFBU is a new and rebranded university currently offering degrees in computer science (BS, MS), electrical engineering (MS), business (BABS/MBA/MSBan/MSDS), and professional educational programs. SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers.

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering personal engagement between faculty, staff, and students. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Our professors are accomplished professionals who provide real-world experience in the classrooms to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for future careers.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Campus Operations provides strategic leadership for providing the highest quality physical environment for San Francisco Bay University to carry out its educational mission. The key responsibilities include (1) long-term facilities planning, design, and project management of capital projects; (2) campus safety, security, and emergency; (3) environmental health and safety; and (4) other auxiliary operations, including student housing operations and property management. The Director of Campus Operations supervises direct reports who manage facilities operations, safety and emergency operations, and auxiliary operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Capital Planning and Projects

Co-lead the campus master planning process; implement systems to manage workflow, assets, and capital projects effectively.

Provide leadership and technical expertise in long-range project planning, design, and construction; landscape planning; and maintenance and repair operations.

Develop and implement a capital improvement and capital renewal program including oversight of renewal and replacement of facility and utility projects across their lifecycle.

Manage contractors and vendors associated with facilities development and operations. Oversee the implementation and documentation of the University plans, historic facilities records and archives.

Serve as the point of contact with appropriate city and county staff, agencies, commissions, and committees involved with approval, permitting and inspections of campus facilities.

Provide leadership on implementation of federal regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) construction and building accommodation requirements and CalOSHA and Fed- OSHA Industrial Safety orders.

Campus Safety, Security, and Emergency Management

Ensure a safe working environment that complies with regulatory guidance.

Develop and assess safety and emergency plans in line with current regulations.

Provide leadership for a comprehensive safety strategy, security operation, and emergency response plan for the campus.

Environmental Health and Safety

Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations, and keeps updated to any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization

Create and maintain regulatory programs and submit required reports and data to federal, state, and local agencies.

Ensure that environmental policy and procedure manuals are always available and updated.

Auxiliary Operations

Manage auxiliary functions, including current student housing operations and property management.

Develop bookstore and dining operations for a growing student population.

Establish standard operating procedures for housing operations and property management.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree is required in facilities management, engineering, property management, or a related field.

7+ years of demonstrated success in senior-level facilities management with an emphasis on quality service, responsiveness, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

3+ years of supervisory experience, managing, and coaching team members.

Experience managing major construction and renovation projects effectively.

Experience working with oversight committees and local/state authorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field

5+ years directing and supervising maintenance and operations in an institutional, preferably educational environment.

Advanced presentation skills.

Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect in California.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of all facets of major facilities planning, construction, and maintenance operations, including HVAC, electrical, and utility systems utilizing computerized equipment.

Track record of managing million-dollar capital projects on time and within budget to clients' satisfaction.

Demonstrated working knowledge of city, state, and federal regulations relating to building design maintenance and construction.

Demonstrated knowledge of safety planning, security, and emergency planning and response.

Working knowledge of auxiliary operations, ideally within an institution of higher education.

Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and manage teams to achieve department goals.

Working knowledge of sustainability issues, standards, and energy efficiency best practices.

Principles and practices of higher education organization and structures preferred.

Understand and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of college students, faculty, and staff.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Exposure to weather fluctuations.

Physical demands include lifting, bending, sitting, driving.

This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

To apply, please visit: https://app.trinethire.com/companies/33737-san-francisco-bay-university/jobs/95626-director-of-campus-operations