Associate Director, Custodial Services & Climate Control Systems

Job Summary

The Associate Director of Custodial Services and Climate Control Systems provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the universitys comprehensive custodial moving and climate control systems programs across more than six million square feet of campus facilities. Reporting to the Senior Director of Maintenance & Operations this position independently directs large-scale operations manages significant financial and human resources and develops service strategies that ensure safe efficient and customer-focused facility operations. The role oversees a large workforce establishes operational standards and performance metrics manages regulatory compliance and collaborates with campus stakeholders to support the Universitys educational mission through exceptional facilities services.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all custodial moving and assigned mechanical operations across multiple campus facilities to ensure high-quality uninterrupted responsibility for HVAC work efforts in supporting the campus.
• Develop implement and continuously improve comprehensive operational plans preventive maintenance programs service standards and quality assurance processes.
• Lead operational planning workload prioritization and service delivery using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Manage assigned operating budgets resource allocation financial forecasting and cost recovery to maximize operational efficiency.
• Supervise mentor and evaluate managers and staff including recruitment employee development performance management labor relations and workforce engagement.
• Develop and administer service contracts coordinate vendor performance and ensure compliance with CSU procurement requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with campus departments by providing responsive customer service communicating service expectations and enhancing the overall customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations environmental requirements University policies and emergency preparedness procedures.
• Analyze operational performance identify opportunities for improvement and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency and service quality.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and collaborate with university leadership to support long-term operational goals and campus priorities.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of custodial operations facilities management and operational planning.
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills including supervision within a unionized environment.
• Ability to develop service standards quality assurance programs and performance measurement systems.
• Knowledge of budgeting financial management forecasting and resource planning.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and process improvement skills.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Effective written verbal presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and standard business software applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while adapting to changing operational demands.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance workplace safety requirements emergency response and the ethical application of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence to support operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in public administration management business or a related field OR which may be obtained through equivalent experience such as might be attained through five years of supervisory experience in custodial or operational services management of which a minimum of three years is associated with progressively responsible experience
• Four years of supervisory experience in scheduling coordinating and managing custodial operations of which a minimum of two years are associated with progressively responsible management.
• Demonstrated experience leading and overseeing custodial and/or moving services and operations common to a large complex organization.
• Supervisory experience in human resources and employee relations management.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing service plans including task development and resource assignment/management.

License

A valid drivers license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California drivers 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

• Bachelors degree in public administration management business or a related field.
• CCE certification through the International Sanitary Supply Association and/or GCMC certification through the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association or equivalent certification.
• Supervisory experience within a collective bargaining and represented staff environment.
• Experience managing custodial services for a demanding large and complex organization and environment.
• Experience in operational services management of a State facility College or University or other multi-facility complex.

Compensation

Classification: Administrator II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $10618/month - $13334/month
CSU Salary Range: $5053/month - $60636/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San José 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 2 2026 through July 16 2026. This position is open until filled; however applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

People and Culture

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 athttps:// questions may be sent to.

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check employment and education verification. Depending on the position a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the universitys third-party vendor Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Officeor report any discrimination harassment and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at or by email at.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at or by email at.

Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age ancestry caste color disability ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status medical condition military status nationality race religion religious creed sex sexual orientation sex stereotype and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students faculty and staff as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and certain other federal and state laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.