Job Details

Overview:

Under general supervision of the Director of Facilities Operations, the Chief Engineer manages Engineering Services that consists of skilled engineers and trades employees that maintain and service the Central Plant and mechanical systems of over fifty buildings across the campus. The incumbent also oversees campus utility accounts (eg. electricity, natural gas, sewer).

Compensation:

The salary is competitive and is negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position with an attractive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: a vacation accrual rate of 16 hours per month; 12+ paid holidays; excellent choice of medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability coverage, life insurance; and retirement benefits.

Position Summary:

• Working with the Director, assist in developing Department goals and objectives that support the University's Strategic Plan.
• Assist the Director in annual and long-range planning including; budget, staffing, deferred maintenance, new construction and renovation and department resource allocation.
• Provides leadership, oversight and direction to assigned areas of responsibility to ensure that they are efficiently working to meet Department goals and objectives.
• Helps ensure that the Department provides superior service to the University Community.
• Working with the Work Control Center, plan the day-to-day work of assigned areas of responsibility.
• Coordinate the activities of assigned areas of responsibility with other units within the Department, outside contractors, vendors and with other Campus departments.
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance program.
• Performs all personnel-related activities for assigned shop; including, hiring, time keeping, personnel evaluations, development and progressive discipline.
• Ensure that work orders are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensure that staff is provided with appropriate and required work safety training, personal protection equipment and training in its use.
• Assists in developing campus standards associated with energy efficiency and best practices for energy management.
• Assists in developing, implementing and managing energy utilization and efficiency programs, initiatives and activities.
• Provides leadership and guidance while working with departments, groups and students to develop, implement and manage energy utilization and efficiency programs.
• Supports implementation of the CSU Energy Policy including development and implementation of campus-based protocols required to ensure adherence to such.
• Manage assigned administrative projects.
• Responds to emergencies and determines corrective actions using available resources.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and architects regarding mechanical systems of proposed buildings and planned expansion of Central Plant facilities.
• Attends construction meetings.
• Stays current of, and ensures mechanical systems and equipment meet regulatory requirements and appropriate licenses are current (e.g., boiler emissions, swimming pool water quality, elevator inspections).
• Ensures staff stays current in required certifications and licenses.
• Arranges for contractual services as required.
• Work closely with contractors, manufactures and vendors to assure that deliverables are within scope and budget, and meet user needs.
• Provides reports, studies and meterics as required.
• Act as Department liaison to university community, contractors, regulatory agencies and vendors.
• Serve as Departmental liaison with electric, gas, and water utility companies.
• Uses sound judgment and sensitivity in issues of policy and procedures.
• Meet with faculty and staff members regarding engineering matters; ensure that customers are informed of the status of their work and maintenance requests.
• Utilizes computer databases to maintain appropriate records, update status reports and schedules.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in a highly consultative and culturally diverse environment.
• Conducts field inspections and acts as the principal trainer on existing or new techniques, procedures and standards.
• Ensures Department is properly supplied and equipped; initiates purchases for needed supplies, materials, equipment and services.
• Develops and manages efforts to ensure utility billing is properly accounted for.
• Ensures all utility usage is tracked and reporting requirements achieved.
• Stays current of latest methods, products, and systems.
• May serve or participate on various committees.
• Maintain contact with counterparts at other universities on matters of common interest.
• Performs engineering work as needed.
• Works rotating Saturday schedule, special events, swing and grave shifts as needed.
• Maintains a professional-like attitude at all times while on duty.
• Performs job duties in a safe manner and follows Department safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as may be required or directed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning or other relevant program, especially ones designed to explore built environment energy use analysis or design, energy and utility management, energy efficiency planning and energy projects.
• At least 5 years of progressive, demonstrated experience and success managing engineering operations for a public institution, medical facility or similar facility.
• Possession of a Class C California driver's license and a demonstrated good driving record.
• Demonstrated experience in principles, problems, and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management including the ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive, systems thinking perspective and discern underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of energy resource planning, energy management, and energy efficiency project planning, development and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed solutions using reasoning and judgment as well as an understanding of the impact on other areas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business and financial processes, protocols, and techniques required to successfully plan, develop, manage and implement a broad energy project portfolio with limited independent financial resources available.
• Highly developed analytical skills to complete research and analysis of energy utilization and management, to interpret and evaluate results, produce reports and develop projects, programs, initiatives, activities, policies and procedures which will assist the campus in meeting its energy reduction and greenhouse gas emission reduction targets.
• Highly developed project management skills to plan, lead, guide and manage the implementation of energy projects including knowledge of analytical processes, resource requirements, scheduling, cost estimating and related documentation requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and provide effective leadership for a complex, medium-sized organization.
• Working knowledge of the California Energy Code and related industry best practices and standard associated with energy management and energy efficiency projects.
• Working knowledge of sustainability and energy certification programs and rating systems related to facilities operations and development.
• Demonstrated competence and ability to independently research, understand, interpret, develop, communicate and implement regulations, codes, policies, procedures, guidelines and precedents regarding energy resource planning, management and projects.
• Ability to research and analyze data and generate reports including skill in identifying, investigating and analyzing problems that impact success or facilities/energy information.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a wide variety of individuals directly and indirectly involved with assignments.
• Communication skills must include the ability to use expertise and influence as well as persuasion and negotiation tactics to effectively solve problems while achieving goals and objectives.
• Ability to recognize and accommodate changing priorities; meet short and long term deadlines/goals; and complete routine tasks despite intermittent interruptions. This includes managing multiple tasks and working proactively to avoid crisis and backlog.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere while establishing effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts into all aspects of performing job duties.
• Developed skills in the use of specialized software systems (energy management systems, project management systems, etc.).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of CSU policies and procedures.
• Experience managing Engineering Services at a CSU campus.

Filing Deadline:

Applications received by November 5, 2017 will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and given full consideration by the hiring manager and/or search committee. Qualified applicants received after that date will be forwarded upon request to the hiring manager and/or search committee.

Application Procedures:

Individuals interested in being considered for this position should submit an on-line application and attach the following supporting documents: 1) resume, 2) letter of interest which includes a narrative detailing how the candidate fulfills each of the required and preferred items listed under Qualifications, and 3) names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references who can provide current assessments of the candidate's qualifications for the position.

Pursuant to Executive Order 883, reasonable accommodation is to be provided upon request from an employee or applicant with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the campus. What constitutes a reasonable accommodation is to be determined by the campus on a case-by-case basis after it has received the individual's request for accommodation and engaged in an interactive process. Employees or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources directly at (559) 278-2032.

How To Apply:

To apply for this or any open position at Fresno State visit our online employment site at: https://wsx.fresnostate.edu/x/?k=hrjov1&v=13289

Other Requirements:

Pursuant to the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility to be employed in the United States.

California State University, Fresno, in conjunction with the CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

California State University, Fresno annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Fresno State, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to or accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol/drug use, crime prevention, reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Campus Police Department or by accessing the following web site:http://www.fresnostate.edu/adminserv/police/clery/index.html

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following web site:http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html

This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Other Applicant Information:

Applicants will receive confirmation of receipt of their application materials via automatic email reply. In addition, qualified applicants will receive email notification at the conclusion of the recruitment process.

This is a full-time management position covered by the California State University Management Personnel Plan. Under this plan, employees are subject to management reviews and serve at the pleasure of the University President of that campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment, on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, per HR 2004-12), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Retaliation against individuals for complaining about these proscribed conduct, opposing such conduct, or participating in an investigation or proceeding involving such conduct is prohibited by both executive orders.

Further, California State University, Fresno's statement of commitment to equal employment opportunity principles is also found in the various collective bargaining agreements.

General Information:

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to offer high-quality educational opportunities to qualified students at the bachelor's and master's levels, and in certain applied disciplines, at the doctoral level. The current student enrollment is approximately 24,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and world. California State University, Fresno promotes student learning and community engagement through faculty scholarship and service learning opportunities in collaboration with community organizations, educational institutions, industry, business and government. The University was one of the first U.S. Colleges and Universities to be selected by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for its Community Engagement Classification.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 600,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley on the western edge of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The campus is within driving distance of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.