University Students' Cooperative Association
USCA: Providing Quality, Affordable Student Housing in Berkeley, CA since 1933
2424 Ridge Road, Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 848-1936   housing@usca.org
 Fenwick House Manager

Job Description
The Fenwick House Manager (FHM) is responsible for overseeing the day to day running and safety and security of Fenwick, a 95-member apartment residence. S/he is responsible for check-ins, check-outs and maintaining a thorough inventory check of all the apartment units.

The FHM supervises all other managers along with the House President. S/he also handles problems that arise such as lockouts and member disputes. The FHM works with Central Office (CO) on matters concerning Fenwick. The FHM must attend all house meetings and is responsible for seeing that the directives of Council are carried out. The FHM also is responsible for the management of workshifts. S/he assigns, supervises, and updates workshifts. S/he allocates hours for special projects.

The FHM will work closely with the Rochdale Apartment Manager who will provide extensive support and training on all aspects of the job. The FHM is required to work at least 75% of hours in office; these hours must be regular, but should reasonably accommodate the FHM’s schedule. The FHM is expected to be on call for emergencies. The FHM is responsible for training an incoming FHM.

Required Skills

  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Office/administrative experience. Includes writing and record-keeping skills. 
  • Residence at Fenwick Weavers Village at the time of employment.
  • The ability to interact with a diverse group of people
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
Desired Skills
  • A good understanding of Co-op policies related to access.
  • Experience with the use of basic software (word processors, spreadsheets and databases).
Hours/Pay
This job averages 19-hrs/wk job at the work-shift rate ($12.20/hour). This job begins August 19th, and lasts indefinitely, although the person hired has the option of beginning the job during the summer for training .  You must be a USCA member to hold this job. You must live in Fenwick to hold this job, although you do not have to be a current Fenwick resident to apply for this job.  You cannot be on the Board of Directors and hold this job.  This job is eligible for work-study compensation.

To Apply
Fill out an application at Central Office or below and turn it in (with resume if desired) to Central Office before 5:00 PM Friday, May 9, 2008. For more information, please contact Kim Benson, Rochdale Apartment Manager (548-8608), or Vicki Cucarola, Operations Manager. (848-1936).

You must fill out the following forms to apply:

Application Form
Management Addendum

Affirmative Action Form
(optional)