Manager, Asset Management

Auburn

$51,590-$87,700

tuition assistance

United States, Alabama, Auburn

1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)

Jan 22, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number	S4200P
Home Org Name	Asset Management
Division Name	AVP, Financial Services/Controller
Position Title	Manager, Asset Management
Job Class Code	ED03
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	Auburn University is seeking a dynamic Manager of Asset Management to lead and oversee daily operations related to asset management. Key responsibilities include managing the tagging and physical inventory of capital assets, as well as coordinating the sale, transfer, and disposal of University assets. Why Auburn? At Auburn, our work changes lives. Recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation's top public institutions, Auburn University is committed to advancing education, research, and service that make a meaningful impact locally and globally. With a vibrant culture of academic excellence, community engagement, and innovation, Auburn is a place where your contributions truly matter. Why You'll Love Working Here Auburn University consistently ranks among Alabama's top employers, with an average employee tenure of ten years. Here's why employees choose Auburn: Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and more. Supportive Community: A positive work environment where collaboration and engagement thrive. Meaningful Impact: Join a university dedicated to shaping futures and improving lives. Discover more about Auburn's commitment to its employees and community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.
Essential Functions	Trains and evaluates Asset Management staff in handling forms, deposits, processing sales and bids, surplus tagging, transfer procedures, and asset inventorying & tagging. Supervises the maintenance of Asset Management records for all equipment transferred, scrapped, or sold and provides the necessary records for the transfer or deletion of surplus equipment within the Fixed Asset inventory. Plans and carries out the disposition, transportation, and custody of surplus inventory. Facilitates redistribution of excess equipment among University departments, using the web page listing process. Prepares legal advertisements for newspapers on surplus property to be sold by sealed bids, and oversees the tabulation of sealed bids and the notification of bidders, while acting as the awarding officer for the University when extenuating circumstances arise. Prepares reports, statements, and mailings related to the transfer/sale of surplus property and asset inventory. Acts as liaison between Asset Management and individual colleges, schools, departments, and outside constituents related to surplus property and University-owned assets. Manages the property records for the University as a whole and oversees the Fixed Asset module, substantiating system integrity and ensuring property records are in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and University policy. Ensures appropriate reporting and tracking of fixed asset disposals and proper training of staff on all control functions, verifications, and audits. Recommends improvements in procedures, practices, systems, files, and considers implication of alternatives. Analyzes data to identify trends and areas for improvement within Asset Management. Manages asset lifecycle, including depreciation calculations and disposal procedures. Investigates and reports asset damages or loss. May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience OR Associate's Degree and 7 years of experience OR High School Diploma and 9 years of experience Scope of Experience: experience in managing asset disposition, inventory processes, lifecycle management, or related experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities	Knowledge of inventory management to include the audit, tagging, storage, disposal, and sale of assets. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong customer service skills. Strong conflict resolution skills. Ability to interpret and apply state and federal law relating to property statutes. Ability to conform with externally imposed deadlines, adjust priorities accordingly, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and outside vendors.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications	Driver's License required.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$51,590-$87,700
Job Category	Business/Accounting/Finance
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	01/21/2025
Closing Date
EEO Statement	AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
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