Assistant Director of Operations

Position Title & Department

Assistant Director of Operations;
University Center

• Location:
  
  San Diego
• Position Type:
  Administrator, Student Affairs
• Position Status:
  Full-time regular

The Hahn University Center and Student Life Pavilion (UCSLP) together serve as the hub for student life activities with full service dining areas, a sustainable market as well as office space for student affairs, campus publications and student organizations. In addition, we offer one-stop hospitality and event services for the community and off campus needs.

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any or no religious background.

The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

The university seeks an individual with a strong interest in working at a mission driven, faith based institution. In line with our mission, the Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion and social justice lens.

We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators and faculty at USD is embraced.

The Assistant Director (AD) of Operations serves an integral role on a team that ensures the facilities are welcoming and engaging for our diverse campus community and guests and is reflective of our Catholic mission. The AD is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the University Center and Student Life Pavilion. The Assistant Director takes a lead role in the management of the student employee training, operating and special events budget.

The Assistant Director provides leadership for outreach to potential customers and guests in an effort to generate revenue for the facility. The AD works in conjunction with staff to imagine and lead the highest quality of customer service and experience for guests including ascertaining and providing for event needs, lighting, sound, furnishings, staffing and security.

The Assistant Director hires, supervises, trains and schedules a diverse team of student employees and assists in the supervision of five custodial staff members. The AD collaborates with scheduling personnel to ensure facility set-up is in compliance with on and off campus guests’ needs. In addition, the AD performs daily systematic review of the facility, requesting maintenance as needed. The AD ensures the nightly lock‑up of the facility.

Serves as a positive role model for students. Ensures compliance with university and state rules and regulations regarding safety of building personnel and guests.

Periodically, this position may be asked to lead or contribute to either ad hoc or ongoing division campus projects outside the scope of their day‑to‑day activities. In addition. This position contributes to or leads additional division campus projects outside of typical duties to help further accomplish student or organizational goals. Additional assignments may be seasonal, ad hoc or ongoing, depending on the project.

Routine Operations and Maintenance Obligations of the University Center:

• Responsible for coordinating and monitoring accurate…