Facilities Manager
Job Description
Position Number:
129073Title:
Facilities ManagerFunctional Title:
Facilities ManagerCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
PRES-MFRI-AdministrationCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Manages and develops the Logistical Support Section staff (including the Auto Services Technician, Institute Duty Personnel, and Student employees). Manages the daily operations necessary to maintain equipment, supplies, apparatus, and materials for fire, rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency medical service programs at the headquarters facility, 6 regional training offices and numerous remote sites across the state including the maintenance of 26 buildings and training props. In addition, serves as the coordinator for designated special events including citizen/group demonstrations and other similar activities managing all aspects of the personnel and resource requirements. Represents the Institute to various professional groups across the state.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the degree.
Experience:
- At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in facility coordination including at least three years in a supervisory capacity.
- Experience operating in a customer service environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and experience related to training fire, rescue and emergency service personnel;
- Knowledge and experience related to maintaining facilities, equipment, and resources at a fire and emergency services training center;
- Knowledge and experience in procuring supplies and materials;
- Knowledge and experience in maintaining inventories.
Additional Information:
The work location for this position is at MFRI Headquarters in College Park, MD.
This position requires the availability to work nights and weekends when needed to coordinate or assist with events at any of the seven MFRI statewide training facilities, as well as other EMS/Fire/ Rescue facilities.
This position requires the availability to work nights and weekends when needed to coordinate or assist with events at any of the seven MFRI statewide training facilities, as well as other EMS/Fire/ Rescue facilities.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb steps and roof ladders, and be able to drive state vehicles.
Posting Date:
03/21/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
04/01/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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