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California State University, Northridge · 1 month ago

Assistant Director, Skilled Trades (Electrical Shop and Carpenter Shop)

Northridge, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $122K/yr

5+ years exp

California State University, Northridge is committed to fostering an inclusive and cooperative community that supports student success. The Assistant Director will oversee the daily operations of the Electrical and Carpentry Shops, managing various construction and repair projects while leading a team and ensuring compliance with university standards.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversees daily operations of the Electrical and Carpentry Shops, managing construction, remodeling, and repair projects campus-wide

Performs administrative oversight and management of the day-to-day operations of the Electrical Shop and the Carpentry Shop

Administers supervision and oversight of a work force of approximately 25 bargaining unit staff and may include student assistants

Coordinates and directs the work of others from various shops on construction/repair projects

Assures project timeline schedules and completion dates

Meets routinely with Facilities Planning, Design & Construction, contractors and others to ensure projects meet schedule, budget and campus standards

As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university’s vision, values and priorities

Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team

Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university

Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set

Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Construction project managementBudgeting skillsManaging skilled trades personnelInterpreting building plansCompliance with safety standardsCustomer service skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Equivalent to five years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience; with two of the five years in a managerial role preferred

Proven ability to manage and coordinate skilled trades personnel effectively

Expertise in construction project management and adherence to timelines

Strong budgeting skills and ability to manage project finances

Excellent interpersonal and customer service capabilities

Competence in interpreting building plans and specifications accurately

Ability to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards

Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive and collegial work environment

Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership

Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented and communicative approach

Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals