Texas Tech University hiring Unit Manager in Lubbock, Texas, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Lubbock

Unit Manager

37247BR

Experimental Sciences Building II

Position Description

Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represent the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

About The UniversityEstablished in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Coordinates work orders and repairs for the ESB I and II and other Office of Research & Innovation managed facilities.
• Oversees and coordinates with various entities (FP&C, contractors, etc.) regarding in-house construction and renovation projects as delegated by the Director, Research Facilities Infrastructure.
• Ensures efficient coordination of efforts between the OR&I research facilities and other units on campus.
• Oversees the maintenance and repair of OR&I managed audio-visual equipment at OR&I managed research facilities.
• Coordinates with the building occupants to identify concerns regarding the OR&I research facilities. Responds to issues promptly in order to prevent and resolve conflicts.
• Coordinates with Environmental Health and Safety and the University Police department to ensure safe and productive research space.
• Completes monthly AED checks. Manages testing and training of autoclaves located within OR&I managed facilities. Works with TTU EH&S to maintain records of autoclave usage and repairs in accordance with State of Texas standards.
• Serve as a point of contact for OR&I research facilities with the Director is unavailable. Assists the Director with special projects as needed.
• Receives packages and incoming mail.
• Schedules conference room usage and handles other meeting related functions.
• Assists the Director with purchasing supplies related to research facilities operations.

Required QualificationsBachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in facility management, familiarity with the operation of multi-purpose buildings and general building construction techniques.
• Must be able to work well with staff and faculty.
• Ability to identify and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work with general contractors and laboratory planners to aid in the construction process for research facilities.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4,000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Senior Other Administrative

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.