Assistant Director, Maintenance and Trades - Remote Opportunity

Launch Your Career with a Leading Institution! We are seeking an experienced and skilled Assistant Director, Maintenance and Trades to join our team in a 100% remote capacity, offering flexibility and autonomy in your work environment. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will leverage your expertise to drive success and excellence in our residential operations. In recognition of your skills and experience, we offer a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $125,000.

The salary for this role will be determined based on factors such as departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. We are committed to providing a comprehensive compensation package that reflects your value to our organization.

Job Details

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000

Position Summary

Columbia Residential manages a diverse portfolio of 149 graduate and faculty residential buildings across the Morningside Heights campus, Manhattan Valley, and Riverdale, Bronx. As Assistant Director, Maintenance and Trades, you will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of exceptional maintenance services to our residential apartment units and buildings, reporting directly to the Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanics in performing building repairs, preventative maintenance, and other tasks
• Manage workload, allocate resources, and ensure prompt responses to maintenance requests
• Oversee daily schedules, provide cost allocation and payroll data, and review staff timesheets
• Offer field instruction, manage manpower and resources, and evaluate performance against established standards
• Coordinate emergency activities, support apartment preparation, and maintain supply inventory
• Inspect properties for potential repair, safety, and security issues, and perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Experience managing staff, residential property management, and tenant relations required
• Strong customer service orientation, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities, prioritize tasks, and work independently
• Strong supervisory experience, preferably with Local 32B-J & TWU employees, and familiarity with New York City building codes and housing laws
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office

Equal Opportunity Employer

Columbia University is committed to hiring qualified local residents and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from qualified candidates and look forward to discussing this opportunity further.

Ready to Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading institution and make a meaningful impact. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply now.