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Custodial Manager

USC
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a Custodial Manager to join its team.

The Work You Will Do:

The Custodial Manager manages the university's academic, research, clinical, or administrative program (or manages a major component of a very large university program). Typically reports to a faculty director or senior staff director also charged with program management responsibility. Directly supervises or manages program operations and administrative functions, including planning and scheduling, program evaluation, policy implementation, personnel administration, budget, marketing, fundraising, and proposal development. Contributes to the design of program content, policies, and strategic planning efforts.

Custodial Manager:

  • Plans and develops program objectives and content. Researches and identifies trends and needs and establishes program directions accordingly. Assesses quality of program operations.

  • Modifies existing program services or creates new program offerings to maintain or enhance program standing.

  • Develops curriculum and course materials and coordinates faculty recruitment and involvement. Links program with other relevant departments on or off campus as necessary.

  • Manages the delivery of services to targeted program participants or beneficiaries. Sets and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria.

  • Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate. Develops and maintains automated or manual systems and procedures to facilitate program operations.

  • Develops and manages program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary and resource allocations. Provides financial status reports as requested.

  • Develops and recommends program operating and administrative policies. Manages the dissemination, interpretation, and application of program policies and recommends approval of exceptions.

  • Manages staff assigned to program. Recommends organizational structure, reporting relationships and staffing needs based on program goals. Makes hiring, promotional and salary decisions in accordance with university policy. Provides performance appraisals for staff and determines need for disciplinary action.

  • Serves as a key resource for program information. Resolves problems or questions referred by program staff, senior university administrators, or professionals outside the university.

  • Stays informed of developments in field. Reads pertinent literature, attends meetings and participates in professional associations as appropriate. Establishes and maintains an active network of professional contacts.

Job Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for the Custodial Manager position meets the following preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree

  • 5 years combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education

  • Special education, licensing, or certification requirements may exist based on program content.

All candidates for the position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • 3 years of work experience combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education

  • Directly related professional and supervisory experience in the area of program specialization.

In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.

Salary Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $105,784.10–$115,000. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.

About USC Facilities Planning and Management:
The Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) department is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining USC’s facilities while ensuring a safe environment for the university community. Safety is woven into every service and remains a top priority. The FPM team of innovative and skilled professionals delivers high-quality construction, operations, and maintenance services, serving as dedicated stewards of USC’s Unifying Values. Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!


Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. Minimum Work Experience: 3 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related professional and supervisory experience in area of program specialization.

Salary : $105,784 - $115,000

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