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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg Campus is seeking a Housing and Food Services Senior Supervisor. The Senior supervisor will administer and oversee housing/food operations at the Harrisburg campus. The Supervisor's primary responsibility is to provide a safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained living and working environment for students, families, staff, etc.
- Administer and oversee residential and retail food services and housing facility operations at specific Harrisburg campus locations; act as liaison between Housing/Foods, various University departments, and external customers/vendors
- Provide a safe and secure residential and working environment; ensure compliance with safety and operational standards, food quality control procedures, and regulatory inspections; report and correct deficiencies; prepare for and respond to critical incidents
- Execute environmental stewardship in all operational areas; project, schedule, and oversee equipment and facility maintenance; participate in renovations and upgrade projects; recommend equipment purchases; as directed, consult with contractors, architects, facility planners
- Under management guidance and direction, research, develop, market, and implement new products, menus, recipes, concepts, and process efficiency improvements
- Maintain supply, key, and equipment inventory; place orders, negotiate prices, and make purchases; resolve quality and quantity disputes
- Review and analyze budgetary items; identify and propose business growth and cost containment opportunities
- Create a student-centered work environment through residential community involvement; engage with students, student groups, athletics, academic leadership, parents, conference participants, camp attendees; provide timely response to inquiries; follow-up/escalate as needed
- Hire, train, coach, schedule, supervise, and evaluate assigned employees; communicate and enforce standards
- Follow Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions; participate in grievance procedures, hearings, and arbitrations as required
- Participate in departmental and University-wide initiatives and committees; complete special projects and reports as assigned
Fiscal & Other general responsibilities include:
- May validate and pay invoices
- Monitors and tracks budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)
- May assist in planning and forecasting budgets
- Applies general precedents and practices and specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems
- Understands benefits, limitations and impact of potential solutions
- Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines
The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with :
- Customer Service
- Event management
- Facilities management
- Inventory management
- Market research
- Operations management
- Presentation Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Research methods
- Scheduling
- Training needs analysis
- Trend analysis
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree
6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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