Assistant Manager Administration and Facilities - Department of Facilities Management
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
The Department of Facilities Management invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Manager Administration and Facilities. This position will report to the Operations Manager of Facilities Management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of administrative services and security services division in Facilities Management
- Direct fire safety inspections, supervise drills and report code violations and hazards
- Participate in staff selection and recruitment as required
- Coordinate training and orientation for the department
- Assist with development and administration of departmental policies and procedure
- In consultation with Human Resources provide advice to the departmental management team on HR, payroll, and collective agreement issues
- Monitor and analyze departmental key performance indicators and benchmarks
- Manage the work control centre including work order processing and room bookings
QUALIFICATIONS:
- University graduate in Business Administration or related area of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- A minimum of five years’ administration experience, with three years’ experience in a supervisory/management capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with a law enforcement department, security department, or military organization or an enforcement related field would be considered an strong asset
- Strong demonstrated skills in human resources, planning, organizing, and managing employees
- Strong human relations abilities, excellent oral and written communications skills and demonstrated leadership abilities
- The ability to be a team leader
- Ability to make crucial decisions in a timely manner
- Ability to work under stressful situations
- Be able to lead and mentor staff as a supervisor
- Considerable knowledge of computer-related systems
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Experience in a facilities management environment would be considered an asset
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.
UPEI will require mandatory full Covid 19 vaccination for all students, staff, and faculty. Exemptions only apply for medical, religious, or cultural reasons in accordance with the UPEI Covid 19 mandatory vaccination policy.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
