Assistant Director, Logistical Services
At CSUN we aspire to continually grow as an inclusive, cooperative
community!
CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone
understands that they belong to a community that is vital in
advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all
stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our
students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for
celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an
employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize
your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do and
enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. As a leader
you will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our
leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership
Principles
https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles.
If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Logistical Services, the Assistant
Director provides management oversight for multiple logistics
operations within Physical Plant Management (PPM), including
Central Receiving, Distribution, Asset Management, and Postal
Services. The position is responsible for planning, organizing, and
directing
Plans, organizes, and directs inventory and distribution
operations utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System
(CMMS). Supervises staff and ensures appropriate staffing levels to
support operational needs.
Directs Receiving and Postal Services operations to ensure
timely and accurate processing of deliveries and distribution of
mail and packages.
Supervises, recruits, trains, coaches, counsels, and evaluates
staff. Establishes performance expectations, provides employees
with current position descriptions, ensures the timely completion
of performance evaluations, and promotes employee development,
accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Assists the Director in developing, administering, and
monitoring departmental operating budgets; analyzes expenditures;
recommends resource allocations; and identifies opportunities for
operational efficiencies and cost control.
Leads and participates in departmental and campus-wide
initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness, customer
service, regulatory compliance, and organizational efficiency.
Collaborates with campus departments and external stakeholders to
support logistical services, implement process improvements, and
address operational needs.
As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that
is mission aligned with the university's vision, values and
priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment,
promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team.
Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment
by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the
university. Participates in developing initiatives that further
support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic
mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent
builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental
goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:
- Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college
or university with a Bachelor's degree in a job-related field.
- Equivalent to five years of progressively responsible
professional/administrative experience, with two of the five years
in a managerial role preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities &
Leadership
- Logistics and Operational Management - Ability to plan,
organize, and direct multiple logistical functions while
maintaining efficient and reliable service delivery.
- People Leadership and Staff Development - Skill in supervising,
coaching, evaluating, developing, and holding employees accountable
for performance.
- Inventory and Asset Management - Ability to maintain inventory
accuracy, strengthen internal controls, safeguard University
assets, and support responsible stewardship of state property.
- Budget and Resource Management - Ability to analyze
expenditures, support budget administration, allocate resources
effectively, and identify opportunities for cost control.
- Regulatory Compliance and Policy Implementation - Ability to
apply University policies, applicable regulations, employment
requirements, and operational procedures consistently.
- Collaboration, Communication, and Continuous Improvement -
Ability to partner effectively with campus departments, vendors,
carriers, and other stakeholders while identifying and implementing
operational improvements.
- Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and
vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive and
collegial work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through
courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership.
- Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative,
service-oriented and communicative approach.
- Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition,
and accountability to further operational goals.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
- Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience.
The University offers excellent fringe benefits.
- The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $100,000 - $106,164 per year,
dependent upon qualifications and experience.
General Information
- This position is a sensitive position as designated by the
CSU.
- A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the
background check may affect the application status of applicants or
continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the
position.
- The person holding this position may be considered a 'limited
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.
- In accordance with the California State University (CSU)
Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose
business operations reside within the State of California and
prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of
California.
- This position is a "designated position" in the California
State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful
candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of
Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political
Practices Commission.
- Please note: California State University,
Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management
positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized
to work for any employer in the United States.
- 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 applicant's current and/or former employers to
the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of
misconduct.
- Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line
application. To submit an application and for more detailed
information on the application and hiring process, please visit
this link: www.csun.edu/careers
- Applications received through September 8,
2026, will be considered in the initial review and review
of applications will continue until position is filled.
- The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who
are accessing campus facilities at any university location be
immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination
on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender,
Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender
Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition,
Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity
(including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed,
Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual
Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination
policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with
disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at
818-677-2101.
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