Operations Manager

Operations Manager Salary: $101,268.00 - $127,320.00 Annually Job Type: Full Time Location: 11110 Alondra Blvd., Norwalk, CA Division: Facilities About the Position Plans, supervises, assesses, and evaluates the work of staff responsible for providing custodial cleaning, refinishing, maintenance, and repair services. Oversees and ensures that facilities are suitable for use and comply with cleanliness and safety requirements. This position also provides complex administrative support to the Director, Physical Plant and Construction Services. Responsibilities Supervises, prioritizes, assigns, and reviews the work of custodial and general maintenance staff during a designated shift. Ensures high productivity by reviewing inspections, reports, and observing work performed. Assists in developing performance standards. Confers with the Director, Physical Plant and Construction Services regarding the timing of care and cleaning of facilities. Develops and communicates work schedules for custodial staff by interpreting calendars and priorities. Provides support to assigned staff to ensure they have necessary supplies and tools. Provides leadership in new and emerging technologies. Leads, supervises, trains, evaluates assigned personnel and certifies payroll for them. Applies collective bargaining agreements, state and federal laws, and District policies in personnel matters. Ensures training of new and existing custodians in safe work techniques, chemical handling, customer service, and safety concerns. Oversees and inspects sites before and after cleaning for safety and sanitation considerations. Develops and monitors budgets and maximizes financial resources. Schedules and supervises project teams for heavy cleaning and floor resurfacing. Maintains records and performs general office tasks. Coordinates setup and strike equipment for athletic events and other activities. Prepares reports for District and external agencies and participates in safety training program development. Serves as first point of contact for urgent facilities matters during a shift. Participates on and chairs committees, task forces, and special assignments. Ensures accuracy of print and online publications related to the area of responsibility. Maintains currency of knowledge and skills related to duties. Prepares recommendations and/or contracts for administration and/or Board of Trustees consideration. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Requires an associate's degree or equivalent plus additional training in construction or maintenance trades, supervisory training, and 3 years of experience in a custodial or equivalent leadership capacity. Additional experience may substitute for post‑secondary education. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration related field. Knowledge and Skills Theories, principles and practices associated with higher education or institutional facilities. Philosophy and objectives of the community college. Principles of functional leadership, training and performance evaluation. Pertinent federal and state laws and regulations. Strategic planning in organization and management practices, assessment, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and administrative needs. Development, maintenance and administration of a budget. Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial service, floor refinishing, and general maintenance. Principles and processes used in providing a complete system of custodial services on an institutional scale. Effective time‑management and work‑saving practices. Work routines, hazards, and safety practices to conduct training of custodial staff. Demonstrated skill in: Developing assessment, teaching, and learning processes that enhance student success and outcomes. Organizing work and building an effective team to meet the needs of the assigned areas. Oral and written language sufficient to prepare reports and professional correspondence. Human relations/interpersonal skills to conduct performance reviews, deliver presentations, and convey technical information to a wide variety of audiences. Math to prepare cost estimates, record and measure volumes and mixtures. Abilities Learn, interpret, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Be open to change and new methods in the assigned area of responsibility. Continuously engage in learning and self‑improvement. Meet change with innovation to promote and meet the college mission. Organize, plan, develop, and write new programs, develop new concepts, analyze outcomes, and prepare clear and concise reports. Guide and direct others in goal achievement. Direct and facilitate development of personal and team perspectives, #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.