Data Center Facilities Management Specialist (4483C), Berkeley IT - #73443

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We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

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Departmental Overview

Berkeley IT believes in and fosters a workplace environment where people can bring their diverse skills, perspectives and experiences toward achieving our goals through a process of critical inquiry, discovery, innovation, while simultaneously committing to making positive contributions towards the betterment of our world.

In addition, members of the Berkeley IT community have created and endorse the following values for our organization to augment and amplify the campus principles:

• We champion diversity.
• We act with integrity.
• We deliver.
• We innovate.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging are more than just suggestions for us. They are the guiding principles underlying how we come together, develop leaders at all levels of the organization, and create an environment that unites us. We affirm the dignity of all individuals, call upon our leaders to address critical issues with integrity and intention, respect our differences as well as our commonalities, and strive to uphold a just community free from discrimination and hate.

Berkeley Information Technology (bIT) is UC Berkeley's central IT service organization.

The Campus IT Infrastructure team provides IT services, systems and support to a diverse group of campus and UC system stakeholders. At the core of our service offerings is the Data Center service, which provides colocation services in the campus Data Center(s), providing customers a secure location and network connectivity for housing mission-critical servers.

The campus Data Center(s) are hardened facilities that provide an environment for the housing of servers and related equipment. Customers are provided rack space in lockable cabinets with dual power connections, backup UPS, remote management access for servers, hardware installation assistance, and staffed Data Center Operations Desk.

Position Summary

The Data Center Facilities Management Specialist in the Data Center oversees the physical operation and maintenance of the Berkeley campus and Moffett Field data centers, ensuring reliable performance of their electrical, mechanical, and physical infrastructure. The position focuses on preventing failures, maintaining power, cooling, fire suppression, and security systems, and ensuring compliance with campus and industry standards. Responsibilities include managing facility improvements, installing and testing equipment, and collaborating with system administrators and contractors. The role also involves strategic planning for future IT needs, coordinating emergency repairs, and working with campus occupants to accommodate specialized equipment and ensure a safe, secure environment.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 11/07/2024.

Responsibilities

• Facilities Management - Manage the physical operation and maintenance of the campus data center and its electrical, mechanical, and physical infrastructure, along with the Moffett field data center. Facilitate uninterrupted data center operation by identifying and eliminating potential point of failure issues. Promote reliable performance and maintenance of primary and backup power supply systems, power distribution, air conditioning, fire suppression, and security systems for the facility by ensuring adherence to campus and industry standards. Assist in the management of the Facilities Services preventive maintenance and test Memorandum of Understanding to make certain all maintenance levels and procedures as outlined by the agreement are met and performed
• Facilities Improvements and Computer Equipment Installation - Project manage the design and implementation of improvements to the campus data center facility. Projects include improvements to the equipment room and mechanical and electrical support systems. Develop and manage projects to improve the overall reliability and life-safety performance and to meet the ever changing requirements of a modern data center.
• Facilitate the installation of computing platforms and networking equipment in the facility. Ensure the correct installation of all equipment. Select the appropriate location for new and replacement equipment; work with Facilities Services and system administration groups to define power and environmental requirements and oversee equipment installation and testing.
• Reviews building management procedures and provides recommendations for changes; ensures currency, relevance and adherence to internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Works with Campus occupants to plan space that accommodates non-routine systems and/or research or specialized equipment, and hazardous materials storage and disposal.
• Data Center Facility Strategic Planning - Work with the Data Center Manager, planners, consultants, architects, and client groups to ensure the data center will meet the future campus information technology requirements.
• Works with internal and external agencies/contractors as needed in regards to existing contract terms or to solicit or negotiate contracts.
• Provides planning and coordination for construction and alteration of projects on a continuing basis.
• Coordinates emergency repairs during and after work hours. Coordinates with multiple units throughout campus to provide a safe and secure facilities environment.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training and other duties as assigned.
• Provide support for Berkeley IT offsite Data Center deployments at Moffett Field and future Colo locations.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge in the areas of building space planning, codes, capacity, security, fire safety, campus and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Thorough interpersonal skills including good service orientation and effective problem solving.
• Thorough and effective skills to multitask and prioritize daily activities effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate Program in Facilities Management.
• Certificate Program in Project Management.
• Certificate Program in Software Development and Programming.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $87,201.90 (Step 1) - $94,381.69 (Step 5).

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/cx/index.html

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This recruitment has 1 opening.
• This position is eligible for a flexible, hybrid schedule. The expectation is for the majority of the work to be performed via an on-premise presence in the campus Data Center in Berkeley CA, with potential travel to other sites as the need arises.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

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