Facilities Manager, Office of Facilities Operations & Maintenance

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

 

Reports to: Vice President and CFO

Position: Regular, Full-Time

Location: Santa Barbara, CA, flexible hybrid scheduling
Wage Range: $49k-64,500 annually, Depending on qualifications
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Join our outstanding employee community! Fielding employees enjoy a friendly and dynamic environment with competitive salaries and excellent benefits which include a 37.5 hour work week, flexible scheduling and workplace, 11 paid holidays, 2 weeks’ paid vacation 1 week paid winter break, medical/dental/vision/life insurances, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, generous retirement contributions after one year of service, Childcare Assistance, Tuition Assistance, and professional development opportunities for all positions.

 

Applications will not be considered complete unless both a resume and cover letter are uploaded. Do not use Easy Apply. To apply for this position

Online Application Link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=371bf4c2-8681-458c-8b35-722b1fc8d540&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US

 

Fielding Graduate University is an innovative global community dedicated to educating scholars, leaders, and practitioners in pursuit of a more just and sustainable world. We do this by providing exemplary interdisciplinary programs within a distributed and relational learning model grounded in student-driven inquiry and leading to enhanced knowledge. Fielding has approximately 1,050 students and 150 faculty members residing throughout the United States and internationally. Please visit our website at www.fielding.edu to learn more.

 

We are seeking a Facilities Manager to work in our Santa Barbara, CA office on a full-time 37.5-hour per week basis. Flexible hybrid scheduling is available. This position will start in May of 2023.

 

Summary

The Facilities Manager is required to manage, research, and negotiate all facilities related projects and contracts, and is responsible for making purchases, repairs, and upgrades to the three locations of the physical plant including, the president’s residence, McCune House. The Facilities Manager plans, implements, and oversees the maintenance program for all buildings and grounds, including the determination of when to solicit RFPs. The incumbent will also present and make recommendations to VP and CFO for approval and scheduling work projects with vendors and supervises one Maintenance Worker.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree; or equivalent facilities management work experience and industry knowledge.

 

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

1.   Advanced mechanical skills and knowledge of plumbing, HVAC and other building systems.

2.   Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to speak with all levels of employees, guests, vendors and team members.

3.   Ability to work effectively both as a team player and leader with individuals at all levels of the organization

4.   Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems

5.   Ability to multitask and proficient in time management

6.   Ability to work independently, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail while contributing to a positive team environment.

7.   Knowledge and use of repair tools and equipment utilizing safety protocol.

8.   Basic skills in the maintenance and repair of plumbing, HVAC and other building systems and the physical plant.

9.   Knowledge and use of repair tools and equipment utilizing safety protocol.

10.  Available to work occasional evenings and weekends when needed

 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s welcome. We strongly encourage you to apply if you believe you meet the qualifications described.

 

FIELDING’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Improving diversity, equity and inclusion is an active process that requires continuous commitment to promote collaborative learning and change through attracting, retaining, graduating, and honoring a more diverse population of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community friends. Fielding’s commitment to social and ecological justice is part of our explicit commitment to understanding, analyzing, and acting to reduce inequality, oppression, and social stratification, recognizing the linkages between economic, social, racial and ecological justice. The University strives to ensure that the values of DEI are embodied in all academic programs and course content, and also in faculty, staff and student performance and assessment. We challenge our community to think boldly and take specific actions that are realistic and measurable. By working here, you join a diverse and vibrant community that advances Fielding’s world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise.

 

Thank you for considering employment with Fielding Graduate University. Our employees are among our most valued resources, and we are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce comprised of talented, qualified, and hardworking individuals. We strive to take good care of our employees and their families with excellent benefits, and to provide a stimulating and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

 

Application Instructions

Fielding Graduate University utilizes ADP Workforce Now for online applications. You will be prompted to create a user name and password to initiate the application process. Applications will not be considered complete unless both a resume and cover letter are uploaded. Do not use Easy Apply. Applicants are encouraged to have their employment history, educational information, and professional references on hand while completing the application. The online application process takes approximately 30-60 minutes. Upon completion, applicants will receive a confirmation of receipt via email.

 

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Fielding Graduate University is committed to inclusive excellence and encourages diversity and inclusivity in all its enterprises. As an equal opportunity employer committed to social justice, we value and welcome individuals of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, marital status, national origins, race and ethnicities, religious affiliations, sexual orientations, veteran status – and other visible and nonvisible differences. We seek employees who are committed to creating a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all community members.