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Asset Manager (7078U), Facilities Services - 48162 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.

Departmental Overview

Facilities Services works to maintain a campus built environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and research. We strive to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the campus community.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: February 8, 2023

Responsibilities

• Support renewal and maintenance projects and activities performed by internal staff and external vendors.
• Assist with the prioritization of Facilities Services work and coordinate with staff to effectively execute the work.
• Monitor quality and performance of regional work done by trades staff helping to understand short term and long term repairs, analyzing ROI and advocating for the best approach.
• Work with internal staff, external consultants and architectural/engineering firms to develop facility and project requirements for the region.
• Monitor tenant improvement and deferred maintenance projects done in a region.
• Work with Capital Strategies, Building Services, & FS IT group of project close-out documents and getting warranty information entered into the system of record.
• Maintain data on facility condition, life cycle and project costs, renewal plans and planned and completed projects for the region.
• Review and manage regional work activities, and act as liaison among region participants, resolving problems or conflicts.
• Communicate to campus and regional leadership regarding region activities and issues.
• Data analysis of asset preventative maintenance in the region.
• Work with Preventative Maintenance & Corrective Maintenance Operations to update assets.
• Identify and prioritize renewal projects and requirements as assigned.
• Have a working knowledge of pain points within the assigned campus region and work with Asset Management Team, Other Facilities Service Units and Building Facilities Personnel on prioritization of issues.
• Work with Capital Renewal program manager to coordinate inclusion in and funding from the program.
• Perform organizational, campus and administrative activities not directly relating to projects, including serving on campus committees representing the region.
• Inspect equipment throughout the region, label with system asset label, update databases with most current information, submit WO's for repairs as needed.
• Coordinate with campus units on MOU's to clearly define levels of service or special agreements.
• Both parties must agree in principle to the tenets of the MOU; get authorizing signatures and work with the AM team for a central depository and access rights so it can be referenced when needed or for clarification.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work in machine room environments, which may be hot/cold, dirty and have poor connectivity.
• Must be able to adjust schedule as campus needs require, identify major building equipment components and follow all safety processes and protocols.
• Thorough working knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including full understanding of industry practices.
• Thorough project management skills, including skill to manage complex projects.
• Thorough knowledge of and/or ability to learn about the organization, including its infrastructure and short and long range strategic building plans.
• Thorough skills in problem recognition / avoidance / resolution.
• Thorough organizational and analytical skills including skill to provide high quality control.
• Detail oriented to accurately proof contracts and other documents.
• Thorough written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills including high level political acumen.
• Proven ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed- upon scope of work and budget.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit this UCOP link.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000.00 to $98,000.00.

• This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is exempt and paid monthly.
• This is a hybrid position, eligible for 50% remote capability.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Driving Required

A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.



For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.



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