Director of Facility Operations at Long Beach State University

Another Source's client, California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), is recruiting a Director of Housing Facilities to join the Housing and Residential Life team.

About the University

Go Beach! The CSULB 49ers call a 322-acre coastal campus home to nearly 38,000 students and more than 365,000 Beach alumni worldwide. Recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to student success, and community engagement, CSULB combines a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of tradition and innovation.

About Housing and Residential Life

https://www.csulb.edu/student-affairs/university-housing-residential-life The Housing and Residential Life (HRL) team provides a safe, inclusive, and student-centered residential environment that supports academic and personal growth. HRL manages all aspects of university housing, including operations, maintenance, and residential life initiatives.

The Role

The Director of Housing Facilities assumes full responsibility for HRL facility operations, including maintenance, custodial, and capital projects (both minor and major). This position oversees the planning, staffing, directing, and management of all housing facility operations while ensuring compliance with safety and training standards. This leader serves as a key member of the HRL management team, directing construction and alteration projects, establishing preventive maintenance programs, coordinating emergency repair services, and managing a multi-skilled facilities workforce. In the absence of the Executive Director of Housing and Residential Life, the Director stands in to make operational decisions for the department.

This position provides services that are equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality of campus life, maintaining a student-centered and equity-minded approach in all communications and service efforts.

Your Day Will Likely Include:

Leading and coordinating the managerial and administrative operations of the HRL Facilities Unit (including Custodial Services and Maintenance).

• Partnering with the Executive Director and senior leadership to develop and implement strategic goals.

• Managing construction and maintenance projects, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.

• Overseeing staffing functions including hiring, training, evaluation, and performance management.

• Managing facilities budgets, resource allocation, and project cost controls.

• Building strong relationships with campus stakeholders and ensuring high-quality customer service.

Experience You Will Bring to the Organization:

• Bachelor's degree required; 7+ years of housing, student services, or related university experience strongly preferred.

• 5+ years of facilities management experience required.

• Experience managing custodial services and budget administration.

• Experience supervising in a unionized environment strongly preferred.

• Understanding of safety and risk mitigation in facilities operations.

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, and California building codes (Titles 19, 22, and 24).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, facility management software, and StarRez.

Physical Summary:

This position involves moderate physical activity, including lifting up to 40 pounds and working in varied environments-from mechanical spaces to outdoor areas. The role may involve exposure to heat, odors, or fumes, and occasional work during off-hours to address emergencies.

Licenses/Certificates:

Valid California driver's license (required).

OSHA certifications preferred.

Compensation:

Hiring Range: $120,000 - $142,000 annually, commensurate with education, experience, and skills.

A complete job description can be found here: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/lb/en-us/job/552616/director-hrl-facility-operations

Why a Career with CSU Is for You

The CSU system offers a comprehensive benefits package that typically adds 30-35% to total compensation. https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

Highlights include:

Up to 24 vacation days per year and generous sick leave.

Access to tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents across 23 CSU campuses.

CalPERS and 403(b) retirement plans.

Comprehensive medical benefits.

Access to vibrant campus life, athletic events, and cultural programming.

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.

The California State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

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