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"""Job description and selection criteria Job title Head of Facilities Services and Health & Safety Lead Division Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) Department Bodleian Libraries Location Facilities Services, Clarendon Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG and Osney One Building, Osney One, Oxford OX2 0EW Grade and salary Grade 9: £55,636 - £64,228 per annum (with a discretionary range to £70,029) A call out allowance will be paid for participation in the out of hours call out procedure when rostered, in line with University policy Hours Full time (37.5 hours per week) on site Contract type Permanent Reporting to Chief Operating Officer Vacancy reference 178056 This post requires a satisfactory result of a Basic DBS check. Please see page 6 for further details. Additional information You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement with your application, outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria for the role (see the ‘How to Apply’ section for further details). Please contact the recruitment team if you require the job description in an alternative format. Closing date 12.00 midday GMT Friday 28 February 2025 Job description Overview of the role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role is focussed on the strategic contribution across eight key buildings to achieve: • • • • • A consistent Facilities Management and Security Service throughout the Bodleian Libraries; Optimisation of the working practices to ensure cost effectiveness, best practice and consistency Reductions in our carbon use taking us closer to achieving our net zero plans Best value contract arrangements across the libraries through market testing and economies of scale. A comprehensive, transparent and active Health & Safety framework that supports anticipating, raising and addressing safety issues. The Head of Support Services is based in the Clarendon Building with responsibility for the facilities services functions in the Weston Library, Old Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, Clarendon Building and Osney One, as well as having strategic oversight of all the eight managed buildings within the Bodleian Libraries (so additionally; the Collections Storage Facility (located in Swindon), the Art, Archaeology and Ancient World Library and the Taylor Institution Library). The Head of Facilities Services has responsibility for four direct reports across two sites: the Buildings Manager (hard FM), the Security and Facilities Services Manager (soft FM), Facilities Manager (Osney One) and the Departmental Safety Officer. Between them the four direct reports manage a further team of approximately 12 facilities management / support staff and 24 security staff. The role is also the Security, Facilities Management and Building Maintenance professional lead for all roles with responsibility for Facilities Management and Building Maintenance /Security in the Art, Archaeology and Ancient World Library, Taylor Institution Library and Collections Storage Facility. The post-holder has overall responsibility of the Facilities Services budgets with a total value of £3.4m per annum. Responsibilities • Develop the strategic and operational plans for the Facilities Management and Security teams, playing an active role in the Bodleian Libraries’ strategic planning process by taking the lead on the sustainability programme within the current strategy. • Contribute at a high level to Libraries’, Divisional and University wide projects through membership of working groups and committees including RoundTable, Libraries/Estates Liaison Group, GLAM (Gardens, Libraries and Museums) Security Group. • Pro-actively work with Divisional GLAM colleagues to seek opportunities for cooperation, collaboration and cost saving. • Lead on, develop and update the operational policies and procedures relating to the services, practices and contract arrangements across the eight Bodleian Libraries buildings. 178056 Page 2 of 12 • Act as the professional lead for Facilities, Building Maintenance and Security matters, providing advice to senior managers, helping them anticipate and find creative solutions to complex problems, and engaging a wide range of stakeholders. • Continually review the service to stakeholders and work closely with colleagues in the University Estates Services (OUES), Security Services (OUSS) and the University Safety Office to ensure that the buildings and service infrastructure remains operational, responding to emergency and urgent incidents in a timely and professional manner to minimise disruption to our readers and other users. • Maintain the established working practices that bring together those colleagues with responsibility for Facilities Management, Building Maintenance and Security across the managed estate to share best practice, establish and review KPIs and to review and maintain policies and procedures. • Maintain the collaborative working arrangements between the Security, Facilities, Safety staff and other teams in the planning and delivery of events, anticipating issues and developing solutions to complex problems, • Drive and improve a focus on the customer experience throughout the Facilities Management services. • Develop the Library transport services to ensure they are meeting the changing needs of their customers, and lead on modelling how best the transport services can support the Libraries’ strategic objectives. Facilities Management and Buildings Maintenance • Responsible for the overall maintenance of the buildings and equipment (as defined by the Estates Services standing orders). • Contribute to and manage where appropriate the larger refurbishment projects across the site, attending site and design meetings as required. • Liaise with Oxford University Estate Services which is responsible for most elements of the maintenance of the built estate at all sites. Security and Emergency Planning • Ensure compliance with all relevant Health and Safety Legislation and develop procedures and or associated training that facilitates compliance. • Chair the Bodleian Security Committee • Be accountable for the organisation of the emergency response across the Estate, and ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation, proactively planning for unexpected and emergency incidents, including Business Continuity plans • Ensure a facilities response presence via a 24/7 365 days per year call out rota should there be any building emergency in the main buildings. Health and Safety • Managing the work of the Departmental Safety Officer 178056 Page 3 of 12 • Chair the Libraries Health & Safety Committee • Leading by raising the profile of Health & Safety issues to reduce incidents and support prevention through education and provision of tools. • Leading the support of a pro-active health & safety culture. Staff Management • Line manage direct reports to include appraisals, training plans, recruitment, induction, performance and conduct management. • Ensure that the health and safety requirements of the team are supported and that any risks within the department are assessed/addressed, including ensuring that the University and legislative requirements for drivers are adhered to. Finance • Ensure that all financial processes and procedures within the Support Services area comply with the University Financial Regulations and that annual budget submissions, and monthly/quarterly forecasts are carried out as required and in a timely way. • Review contracts together with colleagues on outsourced services to ensure that contracts continue to provide “value for money”, re-tendering as necessary and preparing detailed reports on the financial and operational performance of these contracts. Sustainability • The postholder acts as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) on the carbon reduction element of the Bodleian Libraries Strategy. This includes embedding a culture of environmentally sustainable behaviour amongst staff, integrating operational decisions into local decision making and advancing building projects that will result in carbon reduction. Other duties • To provide FM support to GLAM and Bodleian Library Managers in times of crisis or emergency • Participate in a regular Annual Review • Undertake any necessary training identified • Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for University AcademicRelated Staff • Any other duties that may be required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the job The Bodleian Libraries reserve the right to make reasonable amendments to the job description in consultation with the post-holder at any time. 178056 Page 4 of 12 Facilities Services The Bodleian Libraries occupy some of the most iconic buildings in Oxford which attract millions of tourists every year. The first purpose-built library was established in the 14thcentury but in its current form the Bodleian Library dates back to the 15th century when Duke Humfrey's Library was built. The site also includes the 15th century Divinity School, 17th century Convocation House, 18th century Radcliffe Camera and Clarendon Building. It is one of the oldest libraries in Europe, and the second largest library in Britain after the British Library. Excellent stewardship of these iconic buildings is central to our work, in order to preserve and develop the University’s estate and ensure that we provide world-leading teaching and research facilities for our staff and students. The Bodleian Libraries are committed to ambitious carbon reduction and biodiversity net gain goals, aligning with the University’s broader sustainability strategy. Our carbon net zero plans have been developed, making this an exciting time to get involved and make a meaningful impact. Teams in the section comprise Facilities Management and Security and the operational area covers a range of activities including security, engineering, buildings and infrastructure maintenance, post, transport, utilities and environmental management. The buildings reflect the latest in state-of-the-art environmental plant and automated building control systems and many of them are listed historic buildings. Security provision and systems within the estate are of paramount importance given the valuable books and other library materials that we hold. Selection criteria Essential criteria • • • • • • • • • • • Educated to degree level or NVQ (level 6) and/or considerable equivalent experience in a similar Security or Facilities Management role, ideally both Experience of having responsibility for the security function Facilities Management and Building Maintenance experience, including leading compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation Extensive line management skills and ability to demonstrate a track record in managing for high performance, and to engage, train, develop, motivate staff Financial literacy, experience of managing multi-million pound budgets, and appropriate financial reporting skills Proven experience of managing high value procurement and tender processes for both products and services Ability to communicate and give formal presentations with impact and authority Proven ability to lead/influence/negotiate and build consensus with colleagues and customers and to ensure that issues are resolved in appropriate time frames Excellent written and verbal communications skills Ability to use initiative and exercise good judgment Computer literacy, knowledge of building management software, word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and control system software. Desirable criteria • • Relevant experience within University of Oxford or similar academic, historic building or similar environment Familiarity with engineering disciplines, including building controls and security systems. 178056 Page 5 of 12 Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks. A satisfactory Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the level of senior responsibility that the postholder will have in the areas of security (staff, buildings, collections). 178056 Page 6 of 12 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. Radcliffe Camera in Radcliffe Square We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) The Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) group includes the providers of the major academic services to the divisions, and also departments with responsibilities including, but extending beyond, the immediate teaching and research needs of the University. The collections embodied within these departments are an essential part of the University’s wider nature and mission. They are part of its heritage as the country’s oldest University and now form a resource of national and international importance for teaching, research and cultural life; they also make a major contribution to the University’s outreach and access missions. For more information please visit: https://www.glam.ox.ac.uk/home 178056 Page 7 of 12 The Bodleian Libraries The Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford is the largest university library system in the United Kingdom. It includes the principal University library – the Bodleian Library – which has been a legal deposit library for 400 years; as well as 27 libraries across Oxford including major research libraries and faculty, department and institute libraries. Together, the Libraries hold more than 13 million printed items, over 80,000 e-journals and outstanding special collections including rare books and manuscripts, classical papyri, maps, music, art and printed ephemera. Members of the public can explore the collections via the Bodleian’s online image portal at digital.bodleian.ox.ac.uk or by visiting the exhibition galleries in the Bodleian’s Weston Library. For more information please visit: http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/ How to apply Applications are made through our e-recruitment system and you will find all the information you need about how to apply on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Please note that if you do not upload a completed supporting statement and a CV, we will be unable to consider your application for this role. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. References Please give the details of two people who have agreed to provide a reference for you. If you have previously been employed, your referees should be people who have managed you for a considerable period, and at least one of them should be your formal line manager in your most recent job. Otherwise they may be people who have supervised you in a recent college, school, or voluntary experience. It is helpful if you can tell us briefly how each referee knows you (e.g. ‘line manager’, ‘college tutor’). Your referees should not be related to you. Your referees will be asked to comment on your suitability for the post and to provide details of the dates of your employment; and of any disciplinary processes which are still considered ‘live’. We will only take up references at offer stage. 178056 Page 8 of 12 If you currently work for the University please note that: - As part of the referencing process, we will contact your current department to confirm basic employment details including reason for leaving - Although employees may hold multiple part-time posts, they may not hold more than the equivalent of a full-time post. If you are offered this post, and accepting it would take you over the equivalent of full-time hours, you will be expected to resign from, or reduce hours in, your other posts(s) before starting work in the new post. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly on recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Relocation At the moment, the Bodleian Libraries is not offering relocation expenses to this post. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra 178056 Page 9 of 12 There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Photographs: Copyright Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford 178056 Page 10 of 12 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, flexible working options, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/health-assured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector (see https://hr.web.ox.ac.uk/family-leave). Our Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high-quality childcare options at affordable prices for staff. In addition to 5 University nurseries, we partner with a number of local providers to offer in excess of 450 full time nursery places to our staff. Eligible parents are able to pay for childcare through salary sacrifice, further reducing costs. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/. Supporting disability and health-related issues (inc menopause) We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including those experiencing negative effects of menopause. Information about the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, is at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support. For information about how we support those going through menopause see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/menopause-guidance Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including for research staff, BME staff, LGBT+ staff, disabled staff network and those going through menopause. Find out more at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. 178056 Page 11 of 12 Research staff The Researcher Hub supports all researchers on fixed-term contracts. They aim to help you settle in comfortably, make connections, grow as a person, extend your research expertise and approach your next career step with confidence. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/researcher-hub Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. They also organise social and professional networking activities for researchers. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxfordresearch-staff-society 178056 Page 12 of 12 """^^ . "es suborganización de"@es . "Is Part Of"@en . . "University of Oxford" . "in dataset" . . . _:N0643c952a14447ed903d4b2957d2a784 "University of Oxford" . . _:N0643c952a14447ed903d4b2957d2a784 "OX1 2JD" . . "longitude" . . . . . . . "-1.268857"^^ . "telephone"@en . "university" . . "false"^^ . "text/plain" . . . "preferred label"@en . "extended address"@en . "Document" . . . . . "50000004"^^ . . . "latitude" . . "Organization"@en . . "Title"@en . . . . . . . . "false"^^ . . . . . "subOrganization of"@en . . . "178056 Job Description and Seleciton Criteria.pdf" . . "comment" . . . "text/n3" . 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A unique opportunity has arisen for a full-time, permanent Head of Facilities Services and Health & Safety Lead in the Bodleian Libraries.

 

About the role

The Bodleian Libraries occupy some of the most iconic buildings in Oxford which attract millions of tourists every year.  The first purpose-built library was established in the 14th-century but in its current form the Bodleian Library dates back to the 15th century when Duke Humfrey's Library was built. The site also includes the 15th-century Divinity School, 17th-century Convocation House, 18th-century Radcliffe Camera and Clarendon Building. It is one of the oldest libraries in Europe, and the second-largest library in Britain after the British Library.

 

Excellent stewardship of these iconic buildings is central to our work, in order to preserve and develop the University’s estate and ensure that we provide world-leading teaching and research facilities for our staff and students.

 

The role has overall responsibility for an operational team of 40 FTE, an annual budget of £3.4M, and the strategic oversight of eight buildings, most of which are iconic heritage buildings with a listed status. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with senior colleagues across the Libraries, the University Central Estates’ Service and the University’s Security Service, the Head of Facilities Services delivers effective operational leadership, planning and risk management for the Department’s premises.

 

The postholder acts as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) on the carbon reduction element of the Bodleian Libraries Strategy. This includes embedding a culture of environmentally sustainable behaviour amongst staff, integrating operational decisions into local decision making and advancing building projects that will result in carbon reduction.

 

You would be part of a key operational team in a department that supports and encourages professional development and training. The University also offers a wide range of benefits including an excellent contributory pension scheme, 38 days annual leave and a range of family-friendly benefits. A call-out allowance will be paid for participation in the out-of-hours call-out procedure when rostered, which is in line with university policy.

 

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of the role, a satisfactory result of Basic DBS Check will be required for the successful candidate.

 

About You

The successful applicant will be educated to degree level and/or an equivalent professional qualification, with significant facilities, building maintenance and security experience including leading compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation. The postholder will be based in the Clarendon Building and due to the nature of the work, will be expected to be on-site.

 

They will have proven experience in managing technical managers responsible for a wide range of hard and soft services in a similar environment. They will have proven project management experience and experience in setting and managing operational budgets of over £1 million. Experience in managing teams is also essential.

 

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ well-being, and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:


  • An excellent contributory pension scheme

  • 38 days of annual leave

  • A comprehensive range of childcare services

  • Family leave schemes

  • Cycle loan scheme

  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans


More information is available at  https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits

 

Diversity

Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave.

 

How to apply

You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered.

 

The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Laura How, Chief Operating Officer who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (pa.chiefops@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk).

 

Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (GMT) on Friday 28 February 2025 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place in mid-March in person.
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