Campus Operations Manager at InsideHigherEd

Department Summary

Geffen Academy at UCLA is a university-affiliated school for students in grades 6-12. We value academic depth and inspiration within a humane educational environment. Our community is guided by principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Geffen Academy students are encouraged to be questioners, analysts, and presenters, who are creative, collaborative, and active young adults. Our students practice their skills, competencies, and relationships with deliberation. Geffen Academy graduates believe that knowledge is beautiful, transformative, and relevant to one’s life and civic responsibility in a global community.
Position Summary

The Campus Operations Manager is the primary point of contact for the operational functions of Geffen Academy at UCLA and operates with a high degree of autonomy under the general direction of the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer (CFAO). The Campus Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily logistical operations of Geffen Academy. The incumbent works to ensure a comfortable and safe workplace environment for all educators, staff, students, and visitors. The incumbent conducts space audits and manages space utilization including, planning and space inventory. They coordinate and monitor status of work orders; estimates, requests, and purchases materials and equipment; and estimates labor and other related cost associated with the facilities; informs the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer on forecast budget overages and recommends efficiencies where possible. The Campus Operations Manager is also responsible for coordinating major renovations and facilities projects and updating and executing the Facilities Strategic Plan's initiatives and goals. The incumbent acts as the Emergency Response Team leader during school drills exercises and in real emergency events. Responsibilities may include leading emergency training, drills and real-life implementation of emergency response plans, along with managing resources for Geffen Academy. Serves in a leadership capacity on the Emergency Preparedness and Safety Committee. Manages special projects from the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer, Head of School and/or designee. The incumbent serves as the liaison with Campus Security/UCPD, UCLA Dining Services, Facilities, and Custodial Services. Reports needs as needed to the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer, tracks costs, assesses efficiencies, and communicates changes to school programming impacting the respective services.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of experience related to campus operations, facilities management, or a related field. (Required)

Ability to solve problems, effectively and efficiently in a service-oriented manner. Solutions oriented. (Required)

Demonstrated skill in using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email, and software required for all facility and personnel management. (Required)

Highly organized, efficient, and attentive to detail, with excellent follow-up skills. (Required)

Self-starting, resourceful, proactive, and motivated in performing and excelling in responsibilities. (Required)

Ability to prioritize and adjust heavy workload, manage a variety of tasks, and meet various deadlines with changing priorities, frequent interruptions, and conflicting deadlines. (Required)

Professional demeanor and courteous/helpful phone manner. (Required)

Ability quickly to establish rapport, professional credibility and cooperative working relationships among all levels of the organization. (Required)

Compliant and well versed in OSHA requirements, FERPA AND CANRA Law. (Required)

Ability to understand, convey and implement essential safety protocols of facilities, makerspace shops, art spaces and science labs in K-12. (Required)

Ability to interpret UCLA policies, procedures and regulations along with the ability to ensure appropriate implementation. (Required)

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. (Required)

Available to work weekends and nights as required. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, operations management, or related field. (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered
Complete Position Description

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