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Job Description
Facilities Coordinator (4482C), ASUC Student Union 86940 University of California Berkeley - 4.2 Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time $36.91 - $39.96 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Career development plan Qualifications Student supervision Customer communication Staff supervision Conflict resolution in education Team supervision De-escalation techniques Managing facilities maintenance teams Full Job Description Facilities Coordinator (4482C), ASUC Student Union 86940 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic, and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley. Departmental Overview The ASUC Student Union is a department within the Division of Student Affairs and is the administrative & advising support arm of the ASUC (Associated Students of the University of California) Student Government. This complex serves all students, faculty and staff, and visitors seeking to create and experience an inclusive campus community, thereby enhancing the student experience at UC Berkeley. To this end, we provide quality services and programs that foster experiential learning opportunities and ensure a sustainable organization. With direction from the ASUC Student Union Board, we derive income from student fees, retail operations, vending, food service, and a variety of self-operated units such as the Art Studio and Events Services. The Student Union Facilities Maintenance & Operations (SUFMO) manages and operates multiple facilities including the MLK Jr. Student Union, Eshleman Hall, Anthony Hall, and Anna Head Alumnae Hall. As a University amenity to the student experience, MLK Jr. Student Union and Eshleman Hall are required to provide building operations day and evenings. Our professional and student staff value providing high-quality customer service while fostering a safe, secure and operable environment for the campus community and visitors. Position Summary The Facilities Coordinator facilitates building-related services and safety matters for occupants, visitors, and event venues within the ASUC Student Union. This position manages, organizes, and oversees multiple operational activities, including space planning, general maintenance, and call center triage for repair services. The Facilities Coordinator also provides student staff support and coordinates the development of procedures, policies, and communications related to infrastructure and safety. Additionally, this role offers expertise in safety and security while providing a high level of customer service. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is July 1, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date. Responsibilities Building Operations Support the Student Union building operations. May act as Building Coordinator for organization emergency/disaster preparedness for the Student Union, incident response, and de-escalation. May be asked to work day or swing shift working hours. Customer Service Provide excellent customer service to event clients and building occupants. Ensures smooth-running effective events and proper use of the building amenities, including leading the successful resolution of potential and real problems promptly using tact, sensitivity, discretion, and political acumen. Maintenance Coordination Coordinates, monitors, and tracks all maintenance, custodial, and other service requests by campus Facilities Services and other outside vendors or organizations for assigned facilities and event spaces. Safety and Inspection Conducts regular periodic rounds to inspect areas for security, fire, and accident hazards and takes appropriate action as required, including reporting infractions of fire and building codes, building rules, and other building irregularities to management. Safety Compliance and Representation May act as department representative for department / organization special projects related to department facilities and representative of organization safety committee, organization building emergency committee, and organization ergonomic program. Responsible for departmental compliance with
OSHA / EH&S
regulations regarding state and organization policies and procedures. Works to implement safety and emergency preparedness policies and procedures with staff, including maintaining first aid supplies, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment. Support in Student Union staff supervision Direct student work and assign duties daily when necessary for the Facilities student teams. Serve as next level support for escalated issues from student staff. Required Qualifications Working knowledge of practices and procedures relating to facility maintenance and operational support. Active listening, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills to effectively resolve questions, concerns, issues, or problems and ensure cooperative and productive working relationships. Demonstrated conflict resolution and/or de-escalation experience. Working knowledge & experience leading student staff. Skills to work independently and as part of a team. Written communication skills to prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, policies, procedures, and training documents. Skills to work under pressure of deadlines in a stressful environment. Working organizational skills to work on multiple projects with competing deadlines, establish goals and workload priorities, and meet project deadlines within budget and time constraints.
Education / Training
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $36.91 (Step 4) - $39.96 (Step 8). This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.