Chief Administrative Superintendent of Buildings & Grounds, Level 4 (Provisional) | LaGuardia Community College (CUNY)
LaGuardia Community College (CUNY)
Location
Queens, NY | United States
Job description
Chief Administrative Superintendent of Buildings & Grounds, Level 4 (Provisional)
Job ID
27015
Location
LaGuardia Community College
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
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GENERAL DUTIES
This is a management class of positions. Incumbent performs related work.
Under executive direction, with the widest latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and action, serves as the chief in charge of Campus buildings and grounds.
- Is responsible for promoting and enhancing efficient and safe management, operation and maintenance of all campus buildings and grounds under his/her control.
- Serves as advisor to the senior executives of the college.
- Directs the work of one or more Administrative Superintendents of Campus Buildings and Grounds.
- Coordinates strategic, emergency or short range planning activities for safe operation of buildings and grounds.
- Is responsible for adherence to City, State, and Federal codes and regulations including the handling and removal of toxic materials from the campus buildings and grounds.
- Sets policies for garbage removal including toxic wastes; directs and develops recycling programs.
- Provides expert advice and direction regarding EPA and OSHA regulations and standards.
- Participates in policy planning and implementation concerning all matters under his/her jurisdiction.
- Is responsible for development of job standards for hourly personnel.
- Is responsible for administrative and/or ancillary functions required by and in support of the operations and functions of the department including personnel, training and development, labor relations, discipline, budget preparation and implementation.
- Reviews and comments on major construction projects or renovations as requested by appropriate college and University administrators.
- Responsible within limits for the purchase of materials and equipment needed for the department, in adherence with the University purchasing regulations.
- Ensures necessary certification of staff to accomplish standardized and quality work.
- Reports and makes recommendations to the senior executives of the college.
CONTRACT TITLE
Chief Administrative Superintendent Building and Grounds
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
LaGuardia Community College, located in Long Island City, Queens, educates more than 20,000 New Yorkers annually through degree, certificate, and continuing education programs. A Hispanic-Serving Institution, located in Long Island City, Queens offers more than 50 degrees and certificates, and more than 65 continuing education programs to educate New Yorkers seeking new skills and careers. As an institution of the City University of New York (CUNY), the College reflects the legacy of our namesake, Fiorello H. LaGuardia, the former NYC mayor beloved for his advocacy of underserved populations. Since 1971, LaGuardia???s academic programs and support services have advanced the socioeconomic mobility of students while providing them with access to a high quality, affordable college education. Visit to learn more.
Under executive direction, with widest latitude for exercise of independent judgment and action, the Chief Administrative Superintendent of Campus Buildings and Grounds is responsible, but not limited to, the following:
- Oversee and direct staff including administrative, maintenance mechanics, engineers, and porters;
- Manage terms and conditions of the contract between LaGuardia Community College and external building service vendors for the provision of maintenance, engineering, and custodial services with particular emphasis upon contract compliance, and review and approval of all contact payments;
- Provide managerial oversight and supervision for the delivery of all other contracted maintenance services including HVAC systems, elevators, extermination, mechanical equipment, recycling, carting, disposal, and specialty cleaning services;
- Promoting and enhancing efficient and safe management, operation and maintenance of all campus buildings and grounds under the Chief Administrative Superintendent's control;
- Coordinate strategic, emergency and short range planning activities for safe operation of buildings and grounds;
- Participate in policy planning and implementation concerning all matters under the Chief Administrative Superintendent's jurisdiction;
- Review and provide feedback on major construction projects or renovations as requested by appropriate college and university administrators.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate degree in related field of study from an accredited college and six years of related experience of which four years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience in the management and/or operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds such as large hotels, educational complexes, large office buildings, or large building complexes large gardens or parks; OR
- A valid New York State Registration as an architect and 5 years of related experience of which 3 years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
- A valid New York State professional engineers license and 5 years of related experience of which 3 years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
- A valid New York City High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineers license, a four year high school diploma or its equivalent, and eight years of related experience of which six years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
- A four year high school diploma or its equivalent and 10 years of related experience of which 6 years must be progressive full-time managerial/administrative experience as described in 1 above; OR
- A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1","2","3","4" and "5" above. In addition an advance degree in a managerial field from an accredited college may be substituted for an additional year of managerial/administrative experience. However, all candidates must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, and 5 years of related experience of which 3 years must be managerial/administrative as described in "1" above.
COMPENSATION
$78,392 - $130,232
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
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Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
CLOSING DATE
January 26th 2024 (Extended)
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
About LaGuardia Community College (CUNY)
LaGuardia Community College, located in Long Island City, Queens, educates more than 50,000 New Yorkers annually through degree, certificate, and continuing education programs. Our guiding principle, "Dare To Do More", reflects our belief in the transformative power of education—not just for individuals, but for our community and our country—creating pathways for achievement and safeguarding the middle class. LaGuardia is a national voice on behalf of community colleges, where half of all US college students study. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), the College reflects the legacy of our namesake, Fiorello H. LaGuardia, the former NYC mayor beloved for his championing the underserved. Since our doors opened in 1971, our programs regularly become national models for pushing boundaries to give people of all backgrounds access to a high quality, affordable college education. We invite you to join us in imagining what our students, our community, and our country can become. Visit to learn more.
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