Facilities and Transportation Manager

About State University Construction Fund:

The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is a New York State government entity dedicated solely to facilitating and expediting the construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and improvement of the State University of New York's academic building and infrastructure assets at 32 state-operated campuses and 3 teaching hospitals.

Our offices are located within the historic SUNY System Administration headquarters in downtown Albany, New York. Though officially named the H. Carl McCall SUNY Building, it is often referred to by locals as the, "D&H Building," or affectionately, "The Castle."

The Fund offices and the adjoining employee parking garage are just steps from the Hudson River, a short walk to the Capitol Building and the Empire Plaza, and a few minutes' drive to major highways including the Northway (Interstate 87) and the New York Thruway (Interstate 90).

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Job Description:

The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is seeking a Facilities and Transportation Manager to join our Administrative Services team at our office in Albany, NY. 

This individual will coordinate all aspects of transportation related to the Fund's 20+ vehicle fleet, responsible for fleet maintenance, employee vehicle assignments, personal vehicle use tracking, transportation cost analyses, and recommendations for vehicle purchase and disposition.  Fleet responsibilities may also include local transportation of employees to meetings when necessary. 

This individual will also oversee Fund facilities, responding to facility issues, and coordinating space management, furniture installation and employee relocations.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains a current inventory of all vehicles owned by the Fund, including the mileage, condition and repair history of each vehicle.
• Certifies that employees adhere to the Fund's fleet policies and procedures at all times, and provides training on those policies and procedures as needed.
• Schedules and facilitates completion of regular preventive maintenance and ad hoc repairs for each vehicle and assures that the maintenance and repairs are completed on a timely basis and at competitive rates. 
• Assures that all vehicles maintain current registrations, inspections, insurance and other documentation required by law.
• Performs limited minor maintenance and repairs on vehicles, when appropriate.
• Acts as the Fund liaison with respect to vehicle accidents and resulting repairs and claims for damages.
• Makes recommendations on the purchase and disposition of vehicles for the Fund and arranges for such upon approval of management.
• Assigns vehicles to Fund staff members requiring transportation to job sites, meetings, etc.
• Tracks vehicle usage by Fund employees and the cost of maintaining the fleet.
• Stays current on New York State statutes and regulations governing the purchase, use and disposition of vehicles and assures that the Fund maintains compliance.
• Manages the assignment, creation, modification, or relocation of employee workspaces throughout the Fund.
• Provides maintenance of employee workspaces and conference rooms or coordinates such maintenance.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Requirements:

• An Associates degree in a related is field strongly preferred, and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience is required.   
• Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and repairs is required. 
• Possesses a knowledge of New York State's statutes and regulations governing the purchase, use and disposition of vehicles and assures that the Fund remains in compliance. 
• Is able to demonstrate a knowledge of driving safety practices, traffic laws and regulations. 
• Possesses a good knowledge of the geographical area; able to follow oral and written directions; able to work well with others; dependable; able to keep records and prepare reports. 
• Must have a valid New York State Driver's License.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to juggle multiple priorities with minimal supervision. 
• Efficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

This position does not require a NYS Civil Service examination.

Additional Information:

Salary range: $70,543 - $109,650 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) with vesting after 5 years of service, Health Insurance (including Prescription, Dental, and Vision), vacation, sick, and personal time, 13 paid Federal holidays, paid parental leave, and telecommuting.

Note on Telecommuting:  Employees are eligible to request approval to telecommute a limited number of days per month after completing 6 months of service. Telecommuting approvals will be made in accordance with the Fund's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

The State University Construction Fund is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or retaliation.  All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

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