Central Plant Manager (Administrator Ii)

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Job/Department Summary:

Under general supervision, the Manager of the Boiler Chiller Plant serves as a member of the AVP of Facilities and Capital Projects' leadership team, sharing responsibilities for day-to-day operations within the FMS department. The incumbent is responsible for the planning and management of the boiler chiller plant and utility engineering programs at California State University, Chico. This position is responsible for the supervision of engineering personnel in a full range of utility engineering work including the HVAC, boiler, control systems monitoring, energy management, and project design support to minor and major capital projects on campus. In conjunction with the AVP of Facilities and Capital Projects, the incumbent oversees the operating budget and project schedule for the Engineering Services unit. The incumbent is responsible for managing the utility budget, reviewing usage, and making recommendations for energy saving projects. They are responsible for planning, organizing and directing projects, staff, and space utilization to ensure requirements are met for the boiler chiller plant and all HVAC related equipment.

Required Education and Experience:

Must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience;
AND
Three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience managing personnel in trades maintenance.

Preferences:

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills: 

• Bilingual.
• Experience in higher education, particularly experience with CSU system documentation, policies and methodology.
• Possession of a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• More than five years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in the installation, operation and repair of mechanical and/or electrical systems in an industrial, governmental, or commercial setting.
• Experience with MS Project, SureTrak, TMA.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm. 

CSU Classification Salary Range:  $54,996 - $176,556 per year.  (Admin II)

Anticipated Hiring Range:  Not expected to exceed $113,004 per year.  Salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected.

Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance).  For more information please visit https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

Additional Information:

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "Limited Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

This position is a Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) designated managerial position and comes
under the Management Personnel Plan (MPP) of the California State University. Individuals appointed to management positions
serve at the pleasure of the President or designee. They are excluded from the collective bargaining process, are not subject to
probationary service, and do not receive tenure or permanent status. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The duties of this position will include participation in a decision that may have a material/financial benefit to the incumbent.
Therefore, this is a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code and the incumbent will
be required to file a Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest and is subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices
Commission. Designated Group & Category: (Facilities Management and Services - Executive Director/Director/Supervisor/Project Manager, 1, 2, 3)

Throughout employment in this position incumbent must maintain a valid California Driver's License as well as continued completion and compliance of the CSU Defensive Driver's Training course.

Incumbent will be required to operate a forklift (become certified and maintain certification) and drive a university vehicle.

About Chico State:

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, "Today Decides Tomorrow," is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century. 

The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus.  We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.

Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 01/23/24. Applications received after that date may be considered.)