This position reports to the department leadership and supervises the execution and implementation of plans, programs, and processes related to the department's mission.
As a Supervisor, this position will provide team leadership to personnel performing project, maintenance, and/or regulatory functions. Supervisors will assist with the development and implementation of plans, programs, and processes related to campus maintenance, projects, and regulations with an emphasis on development, management, and shepherding processes. Assists in preparing and establishing the annual budget. Provides continuous monitoring of performance standards and group/team operating budgets. Provides recommendations to senior leadership for budget adjustments and improvements to optimize the use of allocated resources. Utilizes a project management or zone maintenance model to lead operations that optimize compliance and resource allocation. Collaborates with department leadership to develop procedures and work processes that ensure departmental compliance with current codes and regulatory guidelines. Evaluates the performance of assigned employees and recommends salary adjustments, promotions, and/or corrective action. Develops procedures and work processes to ensure the success and reliability of assigned programs.
Must be available 24/7 by personal cell phone to support daily operations and respond to campus emergencies.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Construction Management or Business Management or technical degree, or equivalent education/experience. Three years of experience and well-rounded maintenance, construction, or technical background. Experience in project management, construction management, and/or a technical degree with commensurate supervision experience. Experience leading tasks and/or projects. Experience with leading staff, distributing work assignments, employee reviews, and team development. Experience organizing and distributing workload in collaboration with other team members to increase productivity and/or efficiency in achieving success. Experience with, or training on, team development and performance management. Customer service experience also required.
Leadership and project management skills. Must be able to demonstrate a strong technical and/or maintenance background, exceptional organizational skills, and willingness to learn and engage in complex processes. The experience that proves the ability to prioritize a high volume of requirements. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to analyze and interpret information, utilize critical thinking, exercise sound judgment, and make timely decisions and recommendations.
Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or Business Management. Five years of experience with a background in maintenance, construction, or project management is preferred or a technical degree with commensurate construction supervision experience. Experience with supervising staff; prioritizing and distributing work assignments; performance management; team development; project management activities for maintenance and/or construction. Construction Management or other management experience also preferred. Top candidates will have a well-rounded technical background, experience leading a team, and supervising personnel while having an emphasis in project facilitation.
Familiarity with maintenance management processes and systems. Experience with UNL's building automation system. Familiarity with UNL FM&P design standards and associated guidelines. Familiarity with UNL procurement procedures. Staff development, performance management, leadership, team building, coaching, and mentoring skills.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Posted Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.