Associate Director, Housing Facilities

Temple University's Housing: Maintenance Administration Department is searching for an Associate Director, Housing Facilities. The Associate Director serves as a member of University Housing and Residential Life's (UHRL) leadership team and is responsible for the management and execution of a comprehensive housing maintenance program for the University's residence halls and residential dining halls. The Associate Director facilitates the planning and management of daily, preventative, and deferred maintenance projects, ensures the completion of scheduled inspections, and provides direction, support, and expertise to the senior management team for all components of Maintenance Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least five (5) years of progressive experience in student housing/multi-family facilities maintenance/construction management required.
• Excellent organizational skills, including an ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Experience supervising in a union work environment.
• Demonstrated experience supervising, developing, mentoring, and motivating a diverse team.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including an ability to effectively interact with a diverse population of students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple collaborative projects and systems in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Building & Energy Codes.
• Knowledge of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Code and Standards, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Pennsylvania Accessibility Code, National Electrical Code (NEC), and all codes associated with Asbestos and Hazardous wastes.
• Knowledge of maintenance best practices and industry trends.
• Understanding of the objectives of higher education, and in particular university student housing programs.
• Ability to learn and manipulate computer software used to manage work orders, student room assignments, and the other essential functions of the position.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan
• 401k Matching