Job Details

Unit Manager

Position Number: 7157400
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Unit Manager
Lubbock
44757BR
Experimental Sciences Building

Position Description
Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represents the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

Coordinates work orders and repairs for the ESB I and II and other Office of Research & Innovation managed facilities.
Oversees and coordinates with various entities (FP&C, contractors, etc.) regarding in-house construction and renovation projects as delegated by the Managing Director, Research Facilities Infrastructure.
Ensures efficient coordination of efforts between OR&I research facilities and other units on campus.
Oversees the maintenance and repair of all audio-visual equipment at OR&I research facilities.
Coordinates with the building occupants to identify concerns regarding the OR&I research facilities. Responds to issues promptly in order to prevent and resolve conflicts.
Coordinates with Environmental Health and Safety and the University Police department to ensure safe and productive research space.
Completes monthly AED checks. Manages testing and training of autoclaves located within OR&I managed facilities. Works with TTU EH&S to maintain records of autoclave usage and repairs in accordance with State of Texas standards.
Serve as a point of contact for OR&I research facilities with the Managing Director is unavailable. Assists the Managing Director with special projects as needed.
Receives packages and incoming mail.
Schedules conference room usage and handles other meeting related functions.
Assists the Managing Director with purchasing supplies related to research facilities operations.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in facility management, familiarity with the operation of multi-purpose buildings and general building construction techniques.
Experience with research building management operations, preferably in a higher education environment.
Experience working in a higher education setting.

Pay Range
$59,000 - $77,100 - $94,900

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.