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CLASS SUMMARY The City of Spokane is hiring a Fleet Services Director to manage and direct the Fleet Services Department, which procures, preserves and maintains the City's vehicle fleets. This position is responsible for safeguarding and maintaining City vehicles and strategically planning for the future needs of the department and its customers. Work is performed with considerable independence within the framework of general policies established by the Chief Finance Officer. Provides supervision to direct and indirect reports in professional, administrative and technical positions. First review of applications begins January 4, 2021. EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS WHY SPOKANE? The Spokane region is nestled in the stunning Inland Pacific northwest and with four distinct seasons the outdoor actives are limitless! There are 76 lakes within 50 miles of Spokane and 5 ski resorts within 2 hours of the City! We have 86 parks and 7 public golf courses as well as 12 conservation areas within 10 miles of downtown. With an average commute time of 19 minutes Spokane locals spend less time commuting and more time living our lives. Spokane has all the perks of a big city but without many of the big city inconveniences. THE POSITION The ideal candidate has a proven track record on innovation and systems change and a deep focus on safety and outstanding customer service, driving a culture of continuous improvement, sustainability and stewardship. The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Establish and maintain appropriate policies and procedures necessary to implement fleet management programs and functions to effectively ensure that federal, local and City standards and performance goals are met and exceeded. Oversee the establishment and implementation of procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance regarding City vehicles. Assist in the selection of appropriate vehicles, maintaining them, up fitting them, and making sure they are in good working shape to carry out their functions. Oversee the scheduling of maintenance for vehicle's operating abilities, manage warranties, and care for prolonging vehicle lifespans. Analyze customer's equipment needs and advises on suitability and alternative methods using cost and usage factors. Write or direct the preparation of comprehensive management reports, including both operating and performance measures. Perform contract administration duties to include negotiations and recommendations of contract terms; evaluate performance and ensure compliance to warranty and contract agreements. Analyze maintenance processes, make recommendations for action needed and implement new procedures to ensure performance is efficient and within budget. Ensure current and new employees receive the proper ongoing technical training necessary for supporting quality services, repair and maintenance of City-owned vehicles and equipment. Develop current and long range plans to replace and retire equipment and vehicles in an efficient and cost effective manner. Provide oversight to and analysis of data generated by the Fleet Information Management System (FIMS). Ensure effective customer service, efficient productivity and functional operations of departmental programs. Build collaborative relationships with both internal and external partners to enhance safety, reliability and cost effectiveness of products and services. Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of management and supervision; Fleet management and operations; Working knowledge of warranty and contract management; Project management, timeline management and tracking; Standard business procedures required to prepare budgets, track expenditures, and conduct cost estimates; Budget management, contract negotiation, procurement, selection and monitoring methods; Purchasing management as it pertains to bid laws and surplus property; Principals of supervision, training, and performance feedback; Federal and State laws, City Ordinance, and Municipal Codes as they relate to City and fleet services operations; Working knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting and budget administration. Policy and procedure requirements to meet the goals and objectives of the City. Ability to: Effectively lead and manage staff by developing and directing people as they work; Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and work well under pressure; Work cooperatively with others and maintain positive relationships; Proficiently operate office equipment and programs including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet and program-specific applications; Gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate complex data and facts to draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations; Effectively represent the department in meetings by expressing complex business, financial, and regulatory concepts in clear and concise language for internal and external stakeholders where areas of contention may arise; Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Adapt to other duties as assigned and prioritize, organize, and plan work as needed to meet objectives. Skill in: Interpreting and making decisions in accordance with OSHA, WISHA and EPA rules and regulations. Other desired skills include research skills, interpretation and application of municipal codes, ordinances, statutes, and other applicable rules and regulations. Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that would likely provide the relevant knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Generally this will include: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business or public administration, finance, automotive technology, logistics or a field of study directly related to the business, management, and regulatory duties of this classification or post high school approved automotive trade school curriculum AND six (6) years of increasing managerial responsibility in medium to large scale fleet operations, including three (3) years of supervisory experience. Other: Certification as a Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CASM) by the NAFA Fleet Management Association is desirable and must be completed within 12 months of hire. May require the use of personal or city vehicles on city business. Individual must be physically capable of operating the vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for city business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized by the city designated physician to drive a city vehicle, or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is conducted in both an office setting and on the service floor. It involves frequent attendance at meetings to include some irregular hours and potentially out-of-town travel. Incumbents in this classification are expected to communicate verbally, in person, and by telephone. A computer terminal is used and requires the use of repetitive arm movements. EXAMINATION DETAILS Cover letter and resume are required to submit through application process to be considered.

Description: Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (Administrator IV) Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB (https://csumb.edu/about) is a mid-sized comprehensive masters/baccalaureate granting university whose staff and faculty help transform student lives through a focus on student success and engagement in its regional community. CSUMB is both a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) and an Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,600 students and growing. The university Strategic Plan includes the inclusive excellence priority of strengthening "...recruitment, retention, and professional development of a diverse faculty, staff, and administrators." The university's faculty and staff, many of whom live in the East Campus housing development, appreciate living and working about one mile from the shores of the beautiful Monterey Bay. As one of the 23 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below market rate campus housing, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. During the university's 25th Silver Anniversary Celebration in 2019-20, a major building project, the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, was completed. A second major building project, the Otter Student Union, will be completed in 2020-21. By 2030, CSUMB's sustainability initiative is to be carbon neutral. PURPOSE: Reporting directly to the Provost/Vice-President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is the College's chief academic officer providing leadership and advocacy for: strategic and budgetary planning; faculty and staff recruitment, professional development, evaluation, and retention; excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative activity, and research; university and community relations; curricular and fiscal management; enrollment planning; student recruitment and retention; program review; and accreditation. In addition, the Dean actively encourages and supports cross-department and cross-College collaboration in teaching, creative activity, and scholarship. The Dean serves as a member of the Academic Affairs leadership team working collaboratively with a highly collegial team of deans and academic affairs administrators and the President's Extended Cabinet. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: • Advance the mission and vision of the university and the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences in a collaborative, equitable and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives; • Provide leadership and advocacy for strategic and budgetary planning; • Oversee faculty and staff recruitment, professional development, evaluation, and employee relations; • Promote interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, inter-college and internal collaboration, cooperation and research, including Extended Education and International Programs, as well as with external partners; • Engage in university, community and alumni relations; lead development/fundraising efforts for the College; • Promote excellence and innovation in the scholarship areas of teaching, creative and research activities, professional application, and university service; • Oversee the educational effectiveness of the College's academic programs through the assessment of student learning and program review and renewal processes; uphold standards of rigor and academic excellence; • Understand and appreciate new teaching and research paradigms in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; • Articulate the value of a liberal arts education in an interdisciplinary context and provide direction for the integration of new media technology in Arts, Humanities and Social Science education. Other Functions: Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The successful candidate will be: • An Educator and Scholar whose academic achievements include a record of sustained scholarly and pedagogical achievements assessed through a Retention, Tenure, and Promotion process; these achievements must be commensurate with appointment at advanced rank in the College; • An Academic Administrator with demonstrated experience in transparent budget development and strategic budget management; knowledge of strategic enrollment and planning; understanding of organizational structures; ability to implement the university's strategic priorities; ability to determine, effectively allocate, and coordinate resources to address the needs of a growing university; supports and moves new initiatives forward; identifies current and future challenges and proposes effective solutions; leads courageously by addressing difficult issues; • A Student-Centered Academic Leader and Advocate who understands the value and importance of multiculturalism and social equity; experienced in developing academic programs specifically designed to address the learning needs of an ethnically, culturally and linguistically diverse student population; appreciation for the role of scholarly research in the teaching and learning process, at both the undergraduate and graduate level; • A Visionary Leader who understands the university's mission and vision and how the department/division work activities and goals support the mission; can develop and sustain strong and collegial relationships with faculty, students, staff, and administrators; balances advocacy with the needs of the wider campus community; provide leadership, stability, unit coherence, and strategic direction; can garner community and donor support for programs in the college; • An innovator with a demonstrated understanding of new paradigms and innovative pedagogies in higher education, including technology-enhanced and online learning strategies; values an interdisciplinary community; • A Decisive and Diplomatic Leader with strong organizational and consensus building skills, integrity, and the ability to inspire and lead faculty with diverse interests; values collaboration, community-building and shared governance; seeks widespread participation in decision-making; models integrity, ethical reflection and practice; mentors and fosters leadership skills in others; takes a leadership role in faculty/employee relations and performance; and creates a culture of civility and respect among faculty and staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Earned doctorate from an accredited institution or appropriate terminal degree; • At least five years of administrative experience as dean, associate dean, department chair, or comparable position in a field of Arts, Humanities or the Social Sciences; • Qualification for a faculty appointment at an advanced rank within one of the departments in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, policy development, and budget oversight; • Evidence of effective and ethical faculty leadership and management through collaborative and shared decision-making; • Evidence of effective and ethical and collegial collaboration as a member of an academic administrative team; • Evidence of excellent communication and facilitation skills; • A record of supporting faculty research and professional development; • An understanding and appreciation of the role of scholarly research in the teaching and learning process, at both the undergraduate and graduate level; • Experience in administering or working with programs that serve educationally, ethnically and linguistically diverse student populations consistent with the university's' mission, vision and values; • Experience enhancing community relations, promoting the role of the College in the campus and externally, and fundraising. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have skills, knowledge, and leadership experience in the following areas: • Outcomes-based education and assessment of student learning; • Service learning, community partnerships, and/or field-based experience in teaching and learning; • Interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary approaches to higher education; • Development of instructional programming with Extended Education and International Programs; • Successful implementation of innovative technologies in learning environments, and the use of technology for improvement of teaching and learning; • A history of service to historically underrepresented and underserved communities; • Demonstrated success with external funding. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AND POSITION DESIGNATIONS: • All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). • The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. • This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. • This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention. • This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education's Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California's Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. • This position has been designated as a sensitive position with; responsibility for the care, safety and security of people (including children and minors), animals and CSU property; authority to commit financial resources of the university through contracts greater than $10,000; access to, or control over, cash, checks, credit cards, and/or credit card account information; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards. • Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage. • May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer/video display terminal and desk for extended periods of time. May require travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a management level position with an attractive benefits package, which includes: a vacation accrual rate of 16 hours per month; an excellent choice of medical, dental and vision insurance; long term disability coverage; life insurance; educational incentives; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 14 paid holidays a year. For further information, please visit: Employee Benefits Summary. The University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable campus housing, Employee Housing. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application by the priority screening date found at csumb.edu/jobs. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting University Personnel at (831) 582-3389. For computer/online access you may visit the Tanimura and Antle Family Memorial Library (map). All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. GENERAL INFORMATION: CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State University, Monterey Bay Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://csumb.edu/clery CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled