Unit Manager Transportation-Fleet Management

Lubbock

41909BR

Transportation and Parking Svc

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

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Manage all aspects of fleet monitoring and reporting. Monitor and prepare reports to ensure fleet operations are following local and state rules and regulations.
• Assist in planning of annual budget, expenditures and analyze all financial objectives associated with Fleet Management & OPVR garage.
• Perform vehicle registration, insurance, fleet formalities, and documentation regarding induction of new vehicles in existing fleet.
• Oversee the operation, development, performance, and conduct of employees working in Fleet Management and OPVR Garage.
• Ensure all duties are performed in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Environmental Health & Safety, and departmental policies and procedures using Proper Protective equipment.
• Directly supervise Vehicle Fleet Garage in daily work tasks and ensure all personnel utilize correct methods and procedures in all areas of projects.
• Oversee the rental fleet for the department to include renting the vehicles to University departments and ensuring vehicles are well maintained. Billing each department for usage when vehicles are returned.

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

• Knowledge of vehicle fleet in a University setting.
• Knowledge or willingness to obtain knowledge of maintenance shop operations.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

5000.00

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

8AM - 5PM

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Senior Other Administrative

EEO Statement

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.