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Position Specifications
Job Class:
Role Inventory Title: (Contact HR Generalist for additional information)
Family:
FS
Level:
FS4
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
Responsible for day-to-day operations of a large workgroup/project or small subunit; works on, or manages, most
complex projects.
Provides work direction and defines priorities for workgroup or subunit.
In-depth technical knowledge and experience in a specific area or discipline; serves as an authoritative source; broad
grasp of practices, precedents, theory, and principles.
Results impact the subunit/department/organization.
Procedures, processes,
and standards
Adheres to and ensures staff adherence to all policies and procedures within area of responsibility.
Assists in the development of policies and establishes procedures for the subunit; makes recommendations for the
department.
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Profile Elements of Position
Strategy
Provides input into subunit/department strategies based on expertise.
Relationships, Service & Community
Internal
Responsible for internal relationships for a workgroup.
Develops on-going relationships to understand and respond to customers’ needs on a wide range of issues.
External
Initiates and maintains external relationships; knows and understands contact’s needs to achieve desired outcomes.
Refers contacts to appropriate internal resources.
Functional Team
Members
Provides information to senior management on work progress and issues.
Makes recommendations for resources within workgroup.
Problem Solving & Innovation
Scope of Issues
Resolves and oversees complex issues, impacting the operations and/or outcomes of a workgroup, individually within
established policy.
Makes recommendations on issues with impact beyond the workgroup to higher levels.
Suggests solutions not covered by established processes, procedures and standards.
Anticipates and addresses problems within the subunit.
Problem Resolution/
Resources Available
Analyzes and selects the appropriate course of action, that may involve change in existing procedures and practices
within broad guidelines.
Exchanges and utilizes broad body of knowledge with peer group both external and internal including industry
standards.
Directed by processes, policies and management, requiring independent judgment.
Creativity and Innovation
Applies creativity and innovation to problem resolution and work processes; may propose plans for implementation.
Demonstrates and supports creativity in resolving customer issues and designing new or improved work processes
within workgroup.
Decision Making Impact
Context of Decisions
Responsible for workgroup decisions and outcomes.
Decisions have major impact on customers, workgroup, department, and/or subunit.
Applies discretion in decision-making based on best practices, technical expertise, and professional judgment.
Financial
Responsible for project budgets.
Provides information for project/operation budget development within area of expertise.
People
Participates and provides input into the selection of candidates, performance evaluation, training, and general HR
issues.
Leadership and Training
Professional Development Implements training, in support of the standards and expectations for professional and career development, for team
and Training
members in the workgroup.
Technical Leadership
Senior technical expert for the subunit; provides technical leadership to the workgroup/subunit.
Team Morale/
Role Model
Demonstrates and encourages professional standards and organizational values.
Promotes the positive morale of the workgroup/subunit; demonstrates organizational morale.
Promotes department/ subunit(s)/work group and organization goals.
Key Departmental Functions
(capsule statement and basic task list from dept and prior version descriptions)
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Profiling Related Dimensions
A. Supervision:
May have supervisory responsibilities.
B. Operating Budget range,
if Applicable:
C. Typical Education &
Experience:
A Bachelors degree five or more years of related experience. Professional License, if
applicable. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
D. Typical Equipment Used:
Ability to work near moving mechanical parts.
Ability to work in environment exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
Ability to work in high, precarious places/locations.
E. Environmental
Conditions:
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 work in a wet or humid environment.
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.
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