Temple University
Role Inventory Form
Position Specifications
Job Class:
Role Inventory Title: (Contact HR Generalist for additional information)
Family:
FS
Level:
FS2
Department Title:
Salary Grade:
School/College/Department:
BU:
Sub Department:
FLSA:
Reports To:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Date: July 1, 2016
Family Definition
Facilities Definition: The members of Facility Services have a professional body of knowledge that is applied to the business operations of the
University. Specifically, members of the Facility Services Role draw upon their:
Knowledge of: knowledge of professional architecture and engineering principles, building trades knowledge, all building and life safety codes and
regulations, local, state, and federal codes and regulations effecting the University, financial and budgeting principles
Skills and abilities related to: trade and professional licensure and/or certification, project management, planning, business acumen, negotiation,
communication, CAD, general computer skills, management/supervisory skills, training
In order to:
Design and plan all space requirements, renovations, new buildings
Manage and maintain all facilities, grounds, and utilities to ensure a viable space for the University
Insure compliance with all codes and regulations
Manage and oversee RFPs, design, and building process for large projects
Manage all facilities related contract services (e.g., window washing, housekeeping)
Develop long-term facilities planning
Manage service operations including mail, moving services, fleet maintenance, trash removal
Provide event set-up services in support of the University
Insure compliance with all work place safety guidelines and regulations (e.g., OSHA, Fire)
Maintain supplies in support of maintenance, engineering, and housekeeping
Manage energy resources (gas, electricity, chilled water, steam)
Profile Elements of Position
Functional Contribution and Research
Performance of Duties/
Project Responsibilities
Performs assigned duties under general supervision.
Prioritizes and completes own work within established priorities.
Typically responsible for the delivery of a portion of a project or a specific service.
Requires advanced knowledge and experience in a specific area or discipline.
Work outcomes affect the workgroup/subunit/department
Procedures, processes,
and standards
Adheres to the procedures and standards pertinent to area of responsibility.
May recommend process improvements.
Strategy
Contributes to goal development within workgroup.
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Profile Elements of Position
Relationships, Service & Community
Internal
Interacts with others to exchange information within guidelines or as requested.
Emerging knowledge of customer’s needs in order to meet work objectives.
External
Interacts with others to exchange information within guidelines/as requested.
Emerging knowledge of contact’s interests/ functions in order to facilitate results.
Functional Team
Members
Develops and forms working relationships to exchanges information and knowledge with workgroup.
Problem Solving & Innovation
Scope of Issues
Resolves moderately complex issues within established procedures and processes.
Refers issues of greater complexity to higher levels.
Problem Resolution/
Resources Available
Assesses a problem and selects an appropriate course of action consistent with policies; requires some independent
judgment.
Relies on assistance from supervisor and other experts within the work group as required.
Creativity and Innovation
Suggests creative and innovative modifications and additions to normal work processes and procedures.
Exercises creativity in meeting customers’ needs.
Decision Making Impact
Context of Decisions
Decisions made within policies and procedures; decisions impact customer/workgroup.
Consults with supervisor prior to making decisions outside standard operating policies and procedures.
Financial
Knowledge of and compliance with applicable financial policies and practices.
People
Provides input to HR issues/decisions.
Leadership and Training
Professional Development Demonstrates work processes; may deliver training.
and Training
Technical Leadership
Contributes technical support to individual or workgroup within area of expertise.
Team Morale/
Role Model
Adheres to and demonstrates professional standards and organizational values.
Maintains positive morale of team.
Supports organizational/ department/ subunit/ workgroup goals.
Key Departmental Functions
(capsule statement and basic task list from dept and prior version descriptions)
Profiling Related Dimensions
A. Supervision:
May supervise other employees.
B. Operating Budget range,
if Applicable:
C. Typical Education &
Experience:
Two to four years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and
experience may be considered.
D. Typical Equipment Used:
E. Environmental
Ability to work near moving mechanical parts.
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Profiling Related Dimensions
Conditions:
Ability to work in environment exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
Ability to work in high, precarious places/locations.
Ability to work in an environment exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
Ability to work in an environment exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to see clearly with corrective lens.
Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel.
Ability to reach with hands and arms.
Ability to climb or balance.
Ability to drive an automobile/light vehicle.
F. Expected Physical
Requirements:
Ability to operate standard shop/technical equipments.
Ability to operate heavy mechanical/electrical construction/maintenance equipment.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
Ability to handle sensitive equipment.
Ability to operate specialized heavy/laboratory/scientific equipment.
Ability to work nights/weekends/early mornings.
Ability to work overtime.
G. Other Pertinent
Dimensions:
Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically
mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.
University Compensation (JobClass Title Family Level)
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