PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SPECIALIST 3 FACILITIES

Code: 81263 State Non-Competitive Range: P21 (FY 2027) Work week NE: FLSA coveredOvertime table (4A:3, Appx. A)

Salary: $66,592.01 - $97,353.91/year FY 2027 schedule (last updated 2026-07-27)

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under the direction of a Professional Services Specialist 2 or higher supervisory official in the Facilities area at a state college, is responsible for independently performing professional work of greater difficulty using established policies, procedures, precedents, and guidelines; does related work as required.

Examples of work

Analyzes and interprets applicable principles, federal and/or state laws and regulations in the course of official duties. Consults with the supervisor regarding issues and concerns encountered in the course of duties; provides recommendations for resolution. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with staff or organizations whose functions impact assigned responsibilities. Serves on standing and ad hoc committees. Attends and participates in meetings or college events related to assigned responsibilities. Compiles and analyzes statistical, financial, and other data. Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Prepares correspondence in the course of official duties. Maintains essential records and files. Reviews and evaluates student applications and credentials; provides recommendations and/or eligibility determinations for college programs. Develops and implements training, seminars, and workshops for students and/or staff. Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment; prepares laboratory set-ups, and ensures adherence to safety standards. Reviews, evaluates, and processes service contracts for approval. Develops material for publication. Represents the college at conferences, meetings, and seminars. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the theory, principles, and techniques essential to performance of the specific responsibilities assigned. Knowledge of college policies and procedures. Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret, and apply established law, regulations, procedures, precedents, and guidelines. Ability to organize assigned work, analyze problems, and develop appropriate work methods. Ability to develop materials for publication. Ability to develop and conduct training, workshops, and/or seminars for the campus community. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and/or organizations. Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to represent the college at meetings, conferences, and seminars. Ability to prepare correspondence. Ability to maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Six (6) years of professional experience in building and property management and operations. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. OR Possession of a master's degree; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.