Assistant Director of Residential Facilities

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED;

• Four (4) years of maintenance experience.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Experience working in facility maintenance in a group setting, such as residential apartment complexes or college/university residence halls.

• At least six (6) months of supervisory experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Co-supervise all skilled tradesmen, apprentice tradesmen, and maintenance assistants in their daily work;

• Assist in the training of all new maintenance employees;

• Assist supervisor with feedback and evaluations of employees;

• Plan duties for employees and self to perform maintenance needs based on priority, deadlines, supplies availability, and personnel skills;

• Monitor all work orders that are submitted to the Office of Campus Living for completion;

• Inspect work being completed to ensure standards are maintained in accordance with standard trade practices and departmental protocols;

• Purchase materials and supplies following university and departmental protocols in the absence of the supervisor;

• Assist in maintaining work order records with the Office of Campus Living and inventory control of the maintenance workshop;

• Coordinate restoration work to prepare vacant properties for rental, such as moving furniture and appliances and removing general debris;

• Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance in residence halls, apartments, and rental houses;

• Provide after-hours and weekend response for student and facility-related emergencies as needed;

• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic supervision policies and procedures;

• Ability to provide administrative guidance and oversight within the scope of the position's responsibilities;

• Knowledge of general maintenance procedures in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC;

• Knowledgeable in the use of chemicals such as paints, cleaning products, and lawn supplies;

• Ability to climb a ladder and work on roofs and under houses in tight spaces;

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push up to 75 pounds;

• Ability to drive motorized vehicles;

• Ability to work outside in cold and hot temperatures.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.