Director of Logistical Services

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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: San Diego
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Join Our Team as the Director of Logistical Services!

Are you ready to lead and inspire a dynamic team? Under the guidance of the Associate Vice President of Business Operations, the Director of Logistical Services will oversee the administration and management of Mail Services, Shipping & Receiving, and Material Management. This role is perfect for a proactive leader who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership: Supervise and manage personnel, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure high standards of work. Provide guidance and support for professional growth.
2. Inclusive Environment: Promote a safe, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. Foster a diverse community where everyone feels valued.
3. Collaboration: Work closely with faculty, staff, students, campus administrators, and service providers to enhance services and resolve issues. Maintain ongoing communication to understand and meet their needs.
4. Service Coordination: Oversee and coordinate services, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Assess needs, set goals, and develop strategies to achieve them.
5. Resource Management: Determine necessary resources, organize and direct activities, and motivate staff to achieve outstanding results.
6. Staff Development: Select, train, and evaluate staff. Delegate tasks effectively and provide leadership and encouragement for continuous improvement.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in managing or supervising a large warehouse shipping and receiving department, or a similar environment. Experience in a college or university setting is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, relevant experience, and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position will also be considered.

Key Qualifications

1. Experience working in a business services/operations or logistics environment.
2. Experience working in higher education.
3. Ability to supervise and provide sound judgment and leadership to a large multi-functional staff involved in the combined warehouse operations and activities in a major university setting and a bargaining unit environment.
4. Demonstrated experience and effective supervisory and leadership skills in directing and managing a diverse workforce involved in the delivery of Logistical Services (mail distributions, shipping and receiving, material management, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. And there’s so much more! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance:

1. Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
2. Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
3. Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
4. Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
5. Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

The expected hiring salary for this position ranges from $137,000 - $147,108 annually.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on September 9, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by September 8, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

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.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at