Assistant Director, University Center

Job Title

Assistant Director, University Center

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Student Life

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Assistant Director, under general direction, advises the Director in all University Center operations, maintenance, equipment, operations student employee hiring, development, and supervision, and overseeing operational functions, of the University Center.

Functional Area 1: Operations

Percent Effort: 50%

• Provide leadership for the operations functions of the UC, including interpretation, application, and enforcement of relevant policies and procedures.

• Coordinate services to facilitate technical operations and staffing involved in the production and presentation of events scheduled through the UC; meet with clients as needed to assist in planning and implementing various aspects of event production through appropriate supervision of student, para- and professional staff.

• Serve as alternate property officer, administering the inventory program for the UC.

• Collaborate with UC tenants and University Police Department to manage key and SandDollar$ ID card access in the UC.

• Utilize, understand, and support the use of technology related to the operations area, including EMS (Event Management System), Allseated (room diagramming software), and other university software or technology that promotes effectiveness and efficiency across campus. 

Functional Area 2: Facility Maintenance

Percent Effort: 20%

• Serve as liaison to Facilities Services (maintenance, custodial & landscaping), Administrative Operations (renovation/remodel project management), and IT to maintain proper function, building care, maintenance, and cleanliness.

• Inspect building for maintenance and custodial needs. Follow up on issues through work order system and/or communication with facilities/custodial services.

• Inspect and conduct preventative maintenance on building equipment and furnishings, such as tables, chairs, podiums, computers, projectors, speakers, etc.

Functional Area 3: Administrative

Percent Effort: 30% 

• Assist with in developing and implementation of a comprehensive operations student employee training program, including creating and regularly updating training materials and handbooks. 

• Develop and administer risk management procedures and training for the UC, including general safety concerns, fire emergencies, hurricane & other severe weather preparedness, and safe use/set-up of equipment and furnishings.

• Oversee the processes of student employment: Interviews, hiring, training, and evaluations of approximately 50-60 student employees.  Clearly define performance expectations, ensure accountability, and provide ongoing informal feedback, coaching, and mentoring along with and in the absence of the Operations Coordinators.

• Recommend and coordinate the purchase o