Northern Arizona University ยท 3 days ago
Facility Administration Manager
Flagstaff, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNorthern Arizona University is seeking a Facility Administration Manager who will oversee the use of chemicals and chemical storage for the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The role includes managing stockroom inventory, procurement of materials, and building management responsibilities to support research and instructional labs.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Manages appropriate levels of chemistry stockroom inventory items
This includes proper storage of hazardous materials and adjusting prices to reflect current procurement costs
Ensure proper training of TAs, Faculty and other staff on stockroom procedures and safety, including handling of hazardous materials including bulk ethanol and acetone
Manages and maintains a current catalog of Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals found in the stockroom
Ensures the proper disposal of outdated chemicals
Ensures compliance with the NAU Site Specific Chemical Hygiene Plan
Provides essential chemic and research materials to support university research and laboratory instruction
Provides laboratory equipment to students, such as goggles, calculators, and replacement glassware
Includes billing of the above to the appropriate student or speedchart
Manages inventory and purchasing for the Chemistry stockroom, research and instructional laboratories
This includes, but is not limited to using the university's PS financials software to generate purchase orders for items over $5,000.00, or for companies that do not accept credit card payments
Order, receive, and distribute goods in an efficient and timely manner
Compare prices between vendors to get the best deal when ordering; recommends or initiates cost saving measures
Notify PIs of price discrepancies on special orders
Notify end users when goods arrive
Substitute items with an equivalent item when requested item is out of stock or discontinued by vendor, or when the Chemistry Stockroom has same in stock
Substitute requested items with an equivalent item when less expensive item is available
Ask for verification from PI when requested description does not match vendor's description
Supplying the end user and/or vendor with proper permits and documentation when ordering restricted goods
Controlling the supply of Excise Tax Free ethanol for the entire university
Performs building manager duties to include: checking buildings (17,21,36,88) for burnt out light bulbs, water leaks, status of autoclaves and RO/DI water systems
Initiating work requests of contacting technicians (RO/DI, Autoclaves) to fix items needing repair/maintenance
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
1 year of management experience
2 years of relevant experience
A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles and practices related to laboratory operation, including sample preparation and handling, data acquisition, data processing and data interpretation
Knowledge of laboratory health and safety requirements
Customer service skills
Preferred
Familiarity with budgeting
Experience with chemical storage and safety
Familiarity with purchasing rules and regulations and purchasing card reconciliation
Company
Northern Arizona University
At NAU we've focused our mission to drive access and attainment for students in Arizona and beyond, to become a national leader and model in delivering equitable postsecondary value to students and the communities they represent.
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Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Stevenson, CPA
Chief Financial Officer, Advancement | Foundation
Christy Farley
Vice President of External Affairs & Partnerships
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