SURPLUS ASSISTANT MANAGER

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

437d • $82,800 - $93,000

About The Position

The Surplus Assistant Manager at the University of Washington is responsible for overseeing the Surplus Property program, ensuring workplace safety, compliance, financial management, and personnel management. This role involves directing the work of program coordinators and support supervisors, managing strategic planning, and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external clients. The position requires significant authority in establishing policies and procedures to align daily tasks with organizational strategy and compliance with regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or directly related experience may be substituted for education.
• Two years of experience in managing surplus operations or related fields.
• Excellent organizational, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other software.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid Washington State driver's license.
• Experience with process improvement tools such as Lean or Balanced Scorecard.
• Experience in environmental stewardship practices and waste reduction solutions.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between UW Surplus and Moving Services, EH&S, and other campus partners to ensure safe handling and disposal of surplus materials.
• Provide health and safety leadership and direction to staff and clients.
• Oversee compliance with OSHA-WISHA and University safety policies.
• Investigate workplace accidents and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Manage financial activities related to the Surplus program, including billing and revenue tracking.
• Supervise and evaluate performance of program staff, including hiring and training.
• Engage with business partners to foster a culture of service excellence.
• Oversee marketing and outreach for the Surplus program, including online auctions and retail store inventory.
• Implement continuous process improvement initiatives and develop metrics for program effectiveness.
• Manage significant projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Benefits

• Generous benefits and work/life programs.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Unique resources in a diverse and intellectually stimulating environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees