University of California, Riverside · 1 month ago
Director, Highlander Union Building (HUB Operations)
The University of California, Riverside is seeking a Director for the Highlander Union Building (HUB) to manage and oversee its operations. This role involves fiscal oversight, facilities management, and collaboration with various campus departments to enhance the educational and social experiences of the campus community.
Building MaterialEducationNon ProfitReal Estate
Responsibilities
Direct management and fiscal oversight of the HUB
Oversee the policies and procedures associated with managing the Highlander Union, including facilities, event policies, strategic planning, programming and capital projects
Liaison with other critical campus departments including Student Affairs, Auxiliary Services, Facilities Services, Campus Safety, Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety
Manage free speech and expressive activity in association with the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs office
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Advanced degree in related area
8 - 13 years of related experience
Previous supervisory/managerial experience
Strong knowledge of advising and counseling techniques
Skills in monitoring/assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements
Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Ability in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, leadership, and intercultural competence
Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization
Ability to respond to protests and other free speech activities planned or spontaneous
Ability to facilitate free speech training in collaboration with other university administrators for a variety of audiences
Knowledge of the purpose of the Office of the Dean of Students and the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Office
Ability to facilitate strategic planning and assessment for the Highlander Student Union
Preferred
Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs
Knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences
Knowledge of University policies, processes, and procedures
Intercultural competence
Experience in management of food service vendor contracts at college/university
Experience in management of student union facilities
Understanding of best practices in facilities management
Knowledge of student engagement principles and ability to work collaboratively with student leaders, including the HUB Governing Board and Associated Students of UCR
Benefits
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Company
University of California, Riverside
Two Nobel laureates. Member of the Association of American Universities. Second in the nation for social mobility.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2019-04-15Grant· $2.5M
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