The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a Custodial Manager to join its team.

The Work You Will Do:

The Custodial Manager manages the university's academic, research, clinical, or administrative program. (Or manages a major component of a very large university program.) Typically reports to a faculty director or senior staff director also charged with program management responsibility. Directly supervises or manages program operations and administrative functions, including planning and scheduling, program evaluation, policy implementation, personnel administration, budget, marketing, fundraising, and proposal development. Contributes to the design of program content, policies, and strategic planning efforts.

Custodial Manager:

Plans and develops program objectives and content. Researches and identifies trends and needs and establishes program directions accordingly. Assesses quality of program operations.

 Modifies existing program services or creates new program offerings to maintain or enhance program standing.

 Develops curriculum and course materials and coordinates faculty recruitment and involvement. Links program with other relevant departments on or off campus as necessary.

Manages the delivery of services to targeted program participants or beneficiaries. Sets and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria.

Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate. Develops and maintains automated or manual systems and procedures to facilitate program operations.

Develops and manages program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary and resource allocations. Provides financial status reports as requested.

Develops and recommends program operating and administrative policies. Manages the dissemination, interpretation, and application of program policies and recommends approval of exceptions.

Manages staff assigned to program. Recommends organizational structure, reporting relationships and staffing needs based on program goals. Makes hiring, promotional and salary decisions in accordance with university policy. Provides performance appraisals for staff and determines need for disciplinary action.

Serves as a key resource for program information. Resolves problems or questions referred by program staff, senior university administrators, or professionals outside the university.

Stays informed of developments in field. Reads pertinent literature, attends meetings and participates in professional associations as appropriate. Establishes and maintains an active network of professional contacts.

The salary range for this position is $$ 105,784.10 - 115,000.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Job Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for the Custodial Manager position meets the following preferred qualifications:

Master's degree

5 years combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education

Special education, licensing, or certification requirements may exist based on program content.

All candidates for the position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

3 years of work experience combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education

Directly related professional and supervisory experience in the area of program specialization.

About USC FPM

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. Minimum Work Experience: 3 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related professional and supervisory experience in area of program specialization.