Department: AVPA Residential Aux
Sub Department:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
The Manager of Logistics and Project Management is a 12-month, full time position responsible for coordinating multiple logistical operations and projects for the department, ensuring an efficient housing operation that maximizes satisfaction for students. Responsibilities include direct management and oversight of the comprehensive front desk system in the university's residence halls, ensuring the students are provided an exceptional customer service experience and that the facility is presenting an image consistent with the university. This position will assist with similar projects including the management of the Quad Core Fitness Centers in the halls, supervision of the Operations Assistants who provide facility support, and assist with summer conference planning. Additionally, they will partner with multiple departments in the residential living experience to assess the services that impact the living-learning experience for our students. This position will work closely with their Assistant Director colleagues who are responsible for leading assignment processes and will provide secondary functional support as needed in supporting these operations throughout the year.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Front Desk Management (25%)
* Direct, manage and oversee the operations for the residence hall front desk system ensuring an exceptional customer service experience for stakeholders.
* Supervise the training, recruitment and evaluation model that results in a high caliber front desk team (with the assistance of the student Desk Coordinator) at every residence hall front desk that will ensure staff are efficient in maintaining desk operations and responsibilities
* Partner with the Associate Director of Housing in the creation of a long term front desk facility improvement plan that will ensure MTU is providing a cutting edge front desk resource for students
* Maintain oversight of desk staff payroll and establish an equitable process on wage increases
* Create a communication plan that will provide regular and timely updates to the residential community about policies, procedures, urgent events, and other pertinent updates related to their housing experience
Quad Core Fitness Center Management Responsibilities (20%)
* Provide leadership and oversight to the management of the Quad Core Fitness Center facility and provide recommendations for improvements as needed
* Partner with the Executive Director of the Residential Enterprise to manage the budget for the Quad Core Fitness Center and assemble a short term and long term facility improvement plan
* Routinely check the Quad Core Fitness Center spaces on a weekly basis and partner with facilities on submitting work orders addressing disrepairs
* Collect student interest and solicit feedback on ways to improve the Quad Core experience for resident students
Summer Conferencing Responsibilities (20%)
* Partner with the Marketing and Communications Manager in the recruitment, coordination and efficient execution of the departments summer conferences program
* Provide excellent customer service to all summer conferencing participants ensuring efficient and accurate smooth operations in all aspects of logistical planning
* Collaborate with Summer Youth Programs (SYP) as needed in supporting cross over logistical planning between camps and conferences
Housing Assignment responsibilities (20%)
* Collaborate with the Assistant Directors of Housing and provide secondary support and leadership in managing the housing assignment process for both the residence halls and Daniell Heights apartments
* Assist the Associate Director of Housing in the successful operations and implementation of housing management software, ensuring efficiency and accuracy of operations and delivery of services to stakeholders
* Partner with the Assistant Directors in the execution of all housing operations and coordinate processes related to residence hall and Daniell Heights occupancy transactions including but not limited to: room changes, assignments, cancellations, waitlists, room selection, ADA accommodations.
Logistical coordinator for various Housing Projects (15%)
* Supervise, train, evaluate, and oversee all operations for the the Operational Assistant program including the training, supervision, and overall management for up to five staff who provide operational support to the residence halls
* Partner with campus stakeholders and lead the logistics in maintaining an efficient move in day process
* Provide leadership and support as guided to Housing projects as they arise
* Support and assist department and divisional leaders in efforts to enhance brand, operations, services, visibility, and impact internally and externally, especially within the profession.
* Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
* Actively engage in creating an inclusive, welcoming, and professional work environment for staff, students, and visitors.
* Participate and actively engage in University continuous... For full info follow application link.
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