Fleet Manager

University Operations:

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The Opportunity :

Join the Maintenance Services team within UCFs University Operations as our Fleet Manager and lead a high-impact fleet program supporting one of the nations largest this role youll oversee the full life-cycle of a large complex fleetdriving strategies for utilization replacement and sustainability while ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. Youll lead a skilled team manage budgets and collaborate with campus partners and external agencies to deliver a world-class standard in service. This is a great opportunity to shape the future of UCFs fleet operations including emergency readiness and infrastructure improvements while using data and technology to drive smart cost-effective decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the universitys fleet program including vehicle acquisition utilization life-cycle planning and motor pool operations to ensure safe efficient and cost-effective service delivery.
• Develop and oversee operating and capital budgets including maintenance fuel programs rentals and replacement reserves while implementing long-term strategies aligned with university needs.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and university policies; serve as the primary liaison with departments vendors and external agencies (e.g. FDOT).
• Oversee fleet asset management within IWMS (AiM) including life-cycle tracking data accuracy preventive maintenance programs and performance monitoring to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Conduct audits inspections and vendor evaluations to ensure quality compliance and continuous improvement in fleet operations.
• Coordinate generator and emergency power support operations ensuring readiness and continuity of critical services during outages and emergency events.
• Leverage data and reporting tools to analyze fleet utilization support right-sizing and replacement planning and inform strategic decision-making.
• Support capital planning initiatives including fleet replacement and infrastructure improvements (e.g. fuel systems EV transition) while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for fleet operations; communicate expectations and updates and lead staff through effective supervision training and performance management.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors or Masters degree and 4 years of relevant experience or combination of relevant comparable education and supervisory experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications :

• Extensive experience managing a large complex fleet program preferably in higher education government or a similarly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of fleet lifecycle management preventive maintenance programs and asset management systems (e.g. IWMS/AiM or similar platforms).
• Professional certifications such as Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance including state reporting requirements and coordination with agencies such as FDOT.
• Proven ability to develop and manage operating and capital budgets including cost analysis forecasting and long-term capital planning.
• Experience leading and developing teams with a focus on performance management safety and high-quality service delivery.
• Bachelors degree in Fleet Management Automotive Technology Business Administration Engineering or a related field.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $64518 - $96778. The final rate will be determined based on the candidates qualifications experience and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E drivers license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position and the university cannot accommodate H1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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