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Off-Campus Inspector, 2 year Fixed Term

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Stanford University

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Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Off-Campus Inspector, 2 year Fixed Term Residential & Dining Enterprises, Stanford, California, United States Thank you for your interest in Stanford University. While we have instituted a hiring pause for non-critical staff positions, we are actively recruiting for the positions currently listed on our careers page.
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The application portal will be offline for maintenance from May 7 at 7 PM to May 8 at 3 AM (PT). Job Summary
DATE POSTED
2 days ago
SCHEDULE
Full-time
JOB CODE
4374 EMPLOYEE STATUS Fixed-Term GRADE F REQUISITION ID 109054 WORK
ARRANGEMENT
On Site
ABOUT STANFORD AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES
(R DE): Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford's mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought - preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus. Residential & Dining Enterprises (R DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R DE has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 247365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R DE provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R DE provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R DE strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing. "Students (Customers) First" is R DE's mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R DE's belief is "students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here." R DE's dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R DE is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.
R DE STUDENT HOUSING OPERATIONS
The R DE Student Housing Operations division is comprised of Graduate Housing, Undergraduate Housing, and R DE Student Housing Assignments. The mission of R DE Student Housing Operations (SHO) is to assign and provide students and guests a clean, well-maintained, safe, sustainable, and comfortable home in a residential environment that optimizes opportunities for academic enrichment and personal growth.
R DE SHO
provides a welcoming home where students and other residents feel comfortable, safe, and secure. A home that supports community building, engagement, and academic success. This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Off-Campus Operations Manager (OOM), the Off-Campus Housing Inspector will coordinate the maintenance and general repair of assigned apartments in R DE's Off-Campus Subsidized Housing (OCH) program, and heshe will serve as a local liaison to several property managers, as well as to other Residential & Dining Enterprises (R DE) division staff. The Off-Campus Housing Inspector will perform specialized, diverse work activities and coordinate solutions, under limited supervision, solely supporting the operations, maintenance, repair, upkeep, inventory tracking, and refurbishing activities related to the apartments in R DE's Off-Campus Housing program. This is an individual contributor role.
Facility Management:
Coordinate the day-to-day operations of OCH portfolio including inspections, oversight of building work order input and completion, acting as liaison to property managers, and advocating on behalf of residents. Coordinate Office of Accessible Education (OAE) facility changes and modifications for students residing at apartments in the OCH portfolio. Prepare student residences after departure to new arrival through inspections, cleaning, vendor management, work orders, and final inspections. Scheduling and other operations that are necessary for success. Partner and communicate with other departments within R DE, external departments within Stanford, and external clientele to manage resident housing needs. Provide prompt follow-through on actionable health and safety issues. Provide for emergency response to conditions which cause damage to facilities. This could include water, fire, or other emergency situations. Work with campus partners for any student and service relocations necessary to maintain operations.
Communication:
Interact and communicate in an effective and timely manner with studentsresidents through in-person, phone, or electronic media. Use appropriate communication methods for requests which are urgent and timely. Follow-up with facility needs and requests presented by these stakeholders. Partner and work collaboratively with Housing Service Center staff in the area and provide effective communication regarding occupancy, keys, day-to-day operations, room conditions, work orders, cleaning schedules, etc. Communicate with supervisor and R DE administration about any urgent or life- or injury-threatening conditions within facilities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience:
Associate degree and two years related, demonstrated facilities administration experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to utilize technology in support of facilities management (work order systems, spreadsheets, trend analysis, etc.). Experience in working in a higher education residential academic environment preferred. Ability to coordinate daily activities including work scheduling, quality assurance, program validation, monitoring of maintenance activities, and supervision of personnel. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously on projects and initiatives, producing accurate results within tight timelines and with limited resources. Demonstrated experience working with subcontractorsvendors and demonstrated ability to monitor project activities and ensure compliance with internalexternal regulations. Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting policies. Knowledge of environmental and safety rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to conduct job site inspections to ensure compliance. Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate those instructions to others.
Certifications and Licenses:
Must possess a valid CA driver's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent sitting, desk-based computer tasks, liftcarrypushpull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, complete visual inspections of facilities. Frequent standingwalking (including up and down stairs), twistingbendingstoopingsquatting, grasping lightlyfine manipulation, using a telephone, liftingcarryingpushingpulling objects that weigh up to 11-20 pounds. Rarely kneelcrawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reachwork above shoulders, grasp forcefully, writing by hand, sortfile paperwork or parts, liftcarrypushpull objects that weigh >40 pounds.
Working Conditions:
May work evenings and weekends, typically during operationally peak periods andor in response to urgent or emergency related scenarios. May be exposed to noise > 80dB TWA. May work at heights 4 - 10 ft.
Work Standards:
Interpersonal Skills:
Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety:
Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The expected pay range for this position is $36.727 to $42.815 per hour Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. Why Stanford is for
You:
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with: Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources. A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits. Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.