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Associate Director, Central Plant & Energy Services

Associate Director, Central Plant & Energy Services

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Associate Director- Central Plant & Energy Services

Under the general direction of the Interim Associate Vice President for Facilities Development and Operations and in collaboration within the Department and with colleagues across the campus, the Associate Director- Central Plant & Energy Services is responsible for leadership, management, and supervisory oversight of Central Plant operations and the energy services program. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for all operation, maintenance, and repair at the Central Plant to ensure safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable electricity, heating, and cooling services to the buildings on campus. This includes management of personnel for the Central Plant Chief Engineer and the Senior Energy & Utility Analyst and Sr. Sustainability Program Lead as well as for the oversight, management, and implementation of contracted services related to the area of assignment. The incumbent is also charged with ensuring energy generation and efficiency services and any associated outage communications are provided to the campus in a clear, consistent, and organized manner. This position requires the management and collaboration of numerous campus-based customers and works in conjunction with other department managers and senior leadership.

The Energy, Utilities, and Sustainability unit of the Facilities Development & Operations provides services to a University campus spread across multiple sites comprised of 197 acres, 80 buildings, and more than six million gross square feet. Primary responsibilities of this unit are associated with the operation of the main campus and its central energy plant and utility infrastructure. The main campus utility infrastructure consists of a 5.5MW natural gas fired co-generation plant with large capacity chillers, thermal energy storage system, auxiliary boilers, high voltage substation, and medium voltage switchgear and electrical distribution infrastructure at 33 building substations. The utilities infrastructure also includes steam, condensate, and distributed chilled water pumping systems, up to and including the interface to the connections in the campus buildings. Additionally, the unit is responsible for the fire / life safety and security systems for the main campus and all other off-campus sites. The Energy & Utilities unit employs approximately 18 full-time permanent staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for day-to-day management, coordination, and quality control of Central Plant operations, maintenance, and repair services in support of the University's mission and department goals.
  • Ensures the effective workflow, priority, and delivery of services through the department's common maintenance management system.
  • Prioritizes work orders and communicates assignments and priorities to staff.
  • Ensures successful completion of work orders, including those associated with "trouble call" resolution, preventive maintenance, routine maintenance, and repair.
  • Identifies and determines problem root cause; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of processes and practices; initiates and implements plans to solve problems.
  • Prepares progress reports, informs Director of work effort status and deviation from assigned goals; prepares activity reports for management guidance.
  • Implements assigned maintenance, repair, and renewal projects.
  • Develops and oversees the implementation of energy efficiency projects.
  • Directs, oversees, and supervises energy audits, the development of investment grade assessments, and the handover of developed and funding projects.
  • Oversees the implementation of the sustainability program.
  • Manages assigned budget including monthly review, tracking, and forecasting of needs for all positions, supplies, contracts, and equipment.
  • Develops and implements the strategic asset maintenance and management plans.
  • Develops, monitors, and reports on key performance metrics / indicators.
  • Determines asset criticality and conducts risk analysis and condition assessment on utility infrastructure assets.
  • Oversees maintenance projects.
  • Directly leads, oversees, and supervises Chief Engineer, Sr. Energy & Utilities Analyst, and Sr. Sustainability Program lead.
  • Ensures the effective workflow, priority, and delivery of all Department labor and services.
  • Develops professional development and training plans.
  • Ensures a high level of organizational responsiveness and communication.
  • Develops and implements strategies to improve the customer experience.
  • Plans, implements, and updates procedures for disaster and emergency preparedness.
  • Responsible for record keeping, tracking, and reporting regulatory compliance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge as required to manage and supervise Central Plant and energy services program.
  • Strong knowledge of project development and implementation of energy efficiency retrofit and retro-commissioning projects.
  • Strong knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of building and utility systems.
  • Working knowledge of the California Building Code, California Energy Code, Title 8 Safety Orders, and Federal Codes.
  • Knowledge of maintenance and repair planning and management principles.
  • Knowledge of and ability to effectively manage personnel in a union environment.
  • Knowledge and understanding of safety in the workplace.
  • Knowledge and understanding of public contracting requirements.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and problem solving.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer applications.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal management.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and implement service delivery improvements.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to lead by example, modeling a caring, collaborative, and open culture.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals.
  • Ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information.
  • Ability to independently recognize and accommodate changing priorities.
  • Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts.
  • Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction technology, facilities management, business, or a related field OR which may be obtained through equivalent experience.
  • Five years of project management, program administration, or supervisory experience within multi-faceted facilities / utilities maintenance organization.
  • Experience with computer programs and related equipment used for facilities / utility / energy maintenance management.

    • License

    A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

    Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefer EFP or CEFP certification through the Association of Physical Plant Administrators or equivalent.
  • Prefer Certified Energy Manager credential through Association of Energy Engineers.
  • Prefer Masters in Engineering or related field.
  • Prefer possession of California supervisor certification for asbestos and lead related work.

    • Compensation

    Classification : Administrator II Anticipated Hiring Range : $12,730 / month - $13,334 / month CSU Salary Range : $5,053 / month - $16,221 / month

    The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

    San Jos State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

    Application Procedure

    Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents :

  • Resume
  • Letter of Interest

    • All applicants must apply within the specified application period : July 10, 2025 through July 31, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

    Contact Information

    University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252

    CSU Vaccination Policy

    The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https : / / calstate.

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