Facilities and Purchasing Supervisor

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

19h

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The University of California, Irvine is a growing, dynamic, top-tier research university, the youngest member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), and routinely ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities. The School of Biological Sciences is one of the largest schools at UCI, serving over 5000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences Facilities and Purchasing unit takes pride in sustaining the daily operation, repair and maintenance of Dunlop School buildings and grounds. We also partner with our campus facilities to accomplish alterations, improvements, and renovations of physical facilities. Additionally we assist in all purchasing-related tasks for the school including PalCard set-ups and training, UCIBuy and KFS requisitions support. Your Role on the Team Receives predetermined work assignments that are subject to a moderate level of control and review. Directs subordinates to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies. Works on issues of limited scope. Requires full knowledge of facilities management and purchasing. Oversees and participates in more complex design and construction projects and complex purchasing orders and contracts. Supervises two facilities staff and three purchasing coordinators.

Requirements

Working knowledge of the organization's processes and procedures, rules and regulations.
Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.
Interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling to effectively motivate others.
Skills to evaluate issues and identify resolutions.
Strong service orientation with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
Supervisor skills to lead a purchasing and facilities group ensuring adherence to campus practices, policies and guidelines.
Knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and state building codes.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
3-5 yearsRelative experience in Procurement and Facilities
1-3 yearsSupervision