Chief Administrative Superintendent of Building & Grounds Lvl 5 – Facilities Management & Planning
Job
ID: 31983
Location: Hunter College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
GENERAL DUTIES
This is a management class of positions.
Incumbent performs related work.
Under executive direction, with the widest latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and
action, serves as the chief in charge of Campus buildings and grounds.
* Is responsible for promoting and enhancing efficient and
safe management, operation and maintenance of all campus buildings and grounds under his/her control.
* Serves as advisor to the
senior executives of the college.
* Directs the work of one or more Administrative Superintendents of Campus Buildings and Grounds.
* Coordinates strategic, emergency or short range planning activities for safe operation of buildings and grounds.
* Is
responsible for adherence to City, State, and Federal codes and regulations including the handling and removal of toxic materials from the
campus buildings and grounds.
* Sets policies for garbage removal including toxic wastes; directs and develops recycling programs.
* Provides expert advice and direction regarding EPA and OSHA regulations and standards.
* Participates in policy planning
and implementation concerning all matters under his/her jurisdiction.
* Is responsible for development of job standards for hourly
personnel.
* Is responsible for administrative and/or ancillary functions required by and in support of the operations and functions
of the department including personnel, training and development, labor relations, discipline, budget preparation and implementation.
* Reviews and comments on major construction projects or renovations as requested by appropriate college and University administrators.
* Responsible within limits for the purchase of materials and equipment needed for the department, in adherence with the University
purchasing regulations.
* Ensures necessary certification of staff to accomplish standardized and quality work.
* Reports
and makes recommendations to the senior executives of the college.
CONTRACT TITLE
Chief Administrative
Superintendent Building and Grounds
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
- This position’s role is in an administrative department with oversight of Hunter’s Technology, Environmental Health and Safety,
Public Safety, and whose position is in Capital Projects and Facilities Management. The position helps to plan for and implement mechanical,
electrical and plumbing infrastructure capital projects, and the day-to-operations of these systems at all Hunter campuses. - CUNY’s
ambitious Decarbonization Plan is driving Hunter’s creation of capital projects that will replace mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
systems at the 68th Street Campus. The main campus consists of approximately 2.5M GSF across multiple buildings occupied year-round for
teaching, learning, and scientific research. Buildings date from 1890’s to the 1980’s, connected by four pedestrian bridges, below grade
tunnels and with the 68th Street MTA subway station. - Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Facilities, Planning and Capital
Projects, this position will be required to attend CUCF scoping, design, and project meetings to represent Hunter’s decarbonization and
facility improvement goals. - This position also oversees the Facilities office that is the front line for all incoming requests for
service and repairs, and Payroll staff. Work Order requests must be approved in the context of capital planning and projects under way.
Allocation of trades, and prioritization of Work Orders requires coordination with City University Construction Fund’s (CUCF) Central Hub
that assigns staff. - Management of daily operations includes oversight of elevators and escalators at all campuses. A phased
replacement of escalators and elevators at 68th Street campus. - Oversight of the Facilities Front Office is required, and the
Receiving Office that manages all in-coming deliveries and mail. - All other duties as assigned
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Baccalaureate degree in related field of study from an accredited college and six years of related experience
of which four years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience in the management and/or operation and maintenance of
buildings and grounds such as large hotels, educational complexes, large office buildings, or large building complexes large gardens or
parks; OR
A valid New York State Registration as an architect and 5 years of related experience of which 3 years must be progressive
full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
A valid New York State professional engineers license and
5 years of related experience of which 3 years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above;
OR
A valid New York City High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineers license, a four year high school diploma or its equivalent, and
eight years of related experience of which six years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1
above; OR
A four year high school diploma or its equivalent and 10 years of related experience of which 6 years must be progressive
full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
A combination of education and/or experience equivalent
to “1”,”2″,”3″,”4″ and “5” above. In addition an advance degree in a managerial field from an accredited college may be substituted for an
additional year of managerial/administrative experience. However, all candidates must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, and 5
years of related experience of which 3 years must be managerial/administrative as described in “1” above.
OTHER
QUALIFICATIONS
Baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college and 10-12 years’ experience of
which 6-8 years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience in the management and/or operation and maintenance of
buildings preferably higher educational campuses, OR a major hospital/healthcare institution, preferably in New York City.
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with qualification and experience. ($113,412 – $166,692)
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification.
Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to
be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO
APPLY
Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment. To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS
and in SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 31983.
Click on the “APPLY NOW” button and follow the application
instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts;. New users should follow the instructions to set up an
account.
Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be
uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in
.doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents
(é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï , –, _ or ç)).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include:
* Cover Letter and/
or Statement of scholarly interests
* Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
* Names and contact information of 3 references
Upload
all documents as ONE single file– PDF format preferred
CLOSING DATE
The search will remain open until the
position is filled.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian
Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any
legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
