What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Off-Campus Operations (Space Planning & Operations) position at The University of Pennsylvania?
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Posted Job Title
Director, Off-Campus Operations (Space Planning & Operations)
Job Profile Title
Director C, Facilities
Job Description Summary
The Director of Off-Campus Operations oversees all PSOM-occupied UPHS and leased space, as well as 3600 Civic Center Boulevard (CCB), facilities maintenance, repairs, and general building operations, specifically related to programmatic occupants at the Perelman School of Medicine ("PSOM"). Areas of responsibility include ~2 million gsf in the PSOM Real Estate Portfolio and PSOM occupancy in the PCAM Complex. The Director may need to be engaged in discussion regarding matters in other locations where PSOM programs occupy space. The Director provides Standard of Care commensurate with Mission need, using extensive knowledge, experience, and expertise, to maintain and enhance the physical environment and protect and preserve research resources at the PSOM. This position leads occupying program support, directs support of ULAR operations, and directs process for O&E vendor service management and annual building inspections. The Director must thoroughly understand the PSOM's leasing policies and procedures, working closely with Facilities & Capital Planning, Design & Construction, and Facility and Real Estate Services ("FRES") representatives, and must be expertly knowledgeable with the unique terms of each lease. This position also interfaces with capital project initiatives to ensure cohesion between construction and on-going operations. The Director is on call with respect to facility emergencies. Must be able to travel in the five-county area. This position reports to the Senior Director of Operations and may also act as the Senior Director in their absence. This position is considered essential.
Job Description
A Bachelor's Degree or four-year college equivalent is required and 7-10 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer Engineering / Facility Management or related. Understanding of internal customer activities. Customer service competencies and the ability to focus on the needs of others. Familiarity with lease management and tenant operations. Ability to be a positive influence on the work team. Approachable, positive attitude resulting in increased collaboration and support of group initiatives. This position requires a demonstrated understanding of technical aspects of planning for, operating, and maintaining mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems, and housekeeping services of large and complex research laboratories.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
The Perelman School of Medicine is a multi-building research and teaching complex with emphasis on biomedical research. As such, and to ensure successful fulfillment of its mission (research and education), the School Community requires a much higher level of support service delivery than usually experienced in a typical academic environment. Problems that would be mere annoyances in some facilities have the potential of destroying thousands of dollars and months or years of often-irreplaceable work. The Department of Space Planning & Operations is responsible for coordinating and assuring uninterrupted delivery of the necessary utility and other support services.
The above statement is included in this position description in an attempt to provide the reader with an understanding of :
- 1) The responsibilities of this Office;
2) The importance to both the School and the University of the work performed; and
3) The stress and pressure placed upon employees by the emergency situations to which they must repeatedly respond.
4) All employees of the Space Planning & Operations department are considered to be "essential."
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
74,476.00 - $125,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
To learn more, please visit : https : / / www.hr.upenn.edu / PennHR / benefits-pay
Salary : $74,476 - $125,000
