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Director, Highlander Union Building (HUB Operations)
University of California Riverside

Riverside, California

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Director, Highlander Union Building (HUB Operations)
University of California Riverside
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Posted: 30-Oct-25

Location: Riverside, California

Type: Full-time

Internal Number: 6686306



Director, Highlander Union Building (HUB Operations)


Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Category: Student and Educational Services
Salary: $101,750 - $154,700
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Student Affairs
Department: Brendan O'Brien
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
The Director of the Highlander Union Building (HUB) is responsible for the direct management and fiscal oversight of the HUB. The HUB's mission is to enhance the educational, recreational and social experiences of the campus community. The HUB offers 160,000 square feet of programming, event, office, dining and outdoor spaces. This includes the facilities management of Costo Hall and the Student Success Center. The HUB Director will have direct oversight of the policies and procedures associated with managing the Highlander Union, including facilities, event policies, strategic planning, programming and capital projects. In addition to direct oversight of the Highlander Union, the incumbent will liaison with other critical campus departments including Student Affairs, Auxiliary Services, Facilities Services, Campus Safety, Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety as well as the offices associated with the VC of Health, Well-Being and Safety. The HUB Director will also manage free speech and expressive activity in association with the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs office.

The full salary range for the Director, Highlander Union Building (HUB Operations) is $84,100.00 - $154,700.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $119,400.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.


Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
  • Required
  • Advanced degree in related area.
  • Preferred

    Experience Requirements
  • 8 - 13 years of related experience.
  • Required
  • Previous supervisory/managerial experience.
  • Preferred

    License Requirements
  • Valid Driver License.
  • Preferred

    Special Conditions
    Special
  • Ability to participate in occasional nights and weekend events.
  • Required
  • Must possess or obtain a valid CA Drivers license in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Required
  • Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)
  • Required
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours
  • Required

    Minimum Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
  • Skills in monitoring/assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements.
  • Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  • Ability in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, leadership, and intercultural competence.
  • Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization.
  • Ability to respond to protests and other free speech activities planned or spontaneous.
  • Ability to facilitate free speech training in collaboration with other university administrators for a variety of audiences.
  • Knowledge of the purpose of the Office of the Dean of Students and the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Office. Director plays an integral role in planning for staff and student development as well as responding to critical issues as they emerge.
  • Ability to facilitate strategic planning and assessment for the Highlander Student Union

    Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
  • Knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
  • Knowledge of University policies, processes, and procedures.
  • Intercultural competence.
  • Experience in management of food service vendor contracts at college/university.
  • Experience in management of student union facilities.
  • Understanding of best practices in facilities management
  • Knowledge of student engagement principles and ability to work collaboratively with student leaders, including the HUB Governing Board and Associated Students of UCR.


    Additional Information:
    Additional Information

    In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.



    UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.



    • UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.

    • UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020

    • UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.

    • Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019

    • Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings

    • UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.



    For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview



    Job Description Details:
    Job Description Details

    General Information
    STDT LIFE DEV MGR 1 000319 23 Brendan O'Brien Brendan O'Brien

    Positions Directly Supervised
    Job CodeTitleFTE
  • 006292
  • EVENTS SPEC 3
  • 3
  • 004565
  • STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 4
  • 1
  • 004800
  • ADMIN OFCR 3 CX
  • 1

    Generic Scope
    Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.

    Custom Scope
    Manages a discrete Student Affairs or Student Life & Development function and/or program. Formulates policies and procedures for the
    function. Develops the long and short term organizational goals of the unit. Represents the program internally and externally. Manages the operating budget and human resources of the program.

    Department Custom Scope
    The Director of the Highlander Union Building (HUB) is responsible for the direct management and fiscal oversight of the HUB. The HUB's mission is to enhance the educational, recreational and social experiences of the campus community. The HUB offers 160,000 square feet of programming, event, office, dining and outdoor spaces. This role is also responsible for the facilities management of Costo Hall and the Student Success Center. The Director of the HUB plays a critical role in student engagement at UCR, collaborating on programming and initiatives across campus in alignment with the mission of the university.
    The HUB Director will have direct oversight of the policies and procedures associated with managing the Highlander Union, including facilities, event policies, strategic planning, programming and capital projects. In addition to direct oversight of the Highlander Union, the incumbent will liaison with other critical campus departments including Student Affairs, Auxiliary Services, Facilities Services, Campus Safety, Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety as well as the offices associated with the VC of Health, Well-Being and Safety.
    The HUB Director will also manage free speech and expressive activity in association with the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs office.

    Key Responsibilities:
    Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time
  • Develops, interprets, and administers a Student Affairs or Student Life & Development program or function.
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