HUB-Robeson Center Facilities Supervisor

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Facilities Supervisor for its vibrant community hub. This role involves overseeing operations, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will manage facility functions during evenings and weekends, interact with students and staff, and ensure successful events. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic environment that values respect and community engagement. Join a team that supports over 40,000 students and fosters leadership and social responsibility.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition discounts

Generous vacation time

15 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Valid driver's license required for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations during second shift and weekends.
• Train and evaluate employees, manage inventory and compliance.
• Ensure safe work conditions and participate in emergency planning.

Skills

Employee Training

Inventory Management

Problem Solving

Regulatory Compliance

Event Setup

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Motor Vehicle

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The HUB-Robeson Center (here) is a vibrant hub of university community life, offering students opportunities in leadership, social responsibility, citizenship, volunteerism, and student employment. Our center provides a variety of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs, fostering an environment that values respect, diversity, and the contributions of all its members. Open 24/7, the HUB-Robeson Center serves over 40,000 students at Penn State.

We are currently seeking applicants for the HUB-Robeson Center Facilities Supervisor (Environmental Services Supervisor).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the facility during the second shift and weekends in coordination with the lead Environmental Services Manager.
2. Train and evaluate employees, approve time and attendance, and administer the University/Teamster contract.
3. Manage absences, plan and rotate overtime work, and enforce policies and procedures.
4. Manage inventory, provide technical expertise, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
5. Interact with Penn State students and staff to solve problems, provide advice, and ensure successful events, programs, and meetings.
6. Ensure safe work conditions through OSHA guideline compliance, appropriate chemical storage, personal protective equipment usage, and implementation of occupational health programs.
7. Participate in emergency planning and response, and investigate accidents.
8. Prioritize and issue work assignments, inspect work for quality and productivity, and develop work plans.
9. Ensure proper setup for events, including audio-visual needs.
10. Hire, train, evaluate, and supervise technical service employees.
11. Develop and provide training, maintain accurate records, and coordinate activities of assigned staff.
12. Research, recommend, and order materials, coordinate work with outside vendors, and provide informal estimates for services.
13. Implement, enforce, and make recommendations for work rules, policies, and procedures.
14. Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers and vendors, resolve issues, and ensure a safe work environment.

Qualifications:

1. Associate's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include:

1. Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
2. Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)
3. Generous vacation time and sick time
4. 15 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $46,400.00 - $67,300.00

Salary Structure (here) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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