Campus Facilities Manager — Lead Operations & Safety

Mittleman Jewish Community Center; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Facilities Manager at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center provides hands-on leadership for our shared campus, including a 9.4 acre site and 125,000 sq ft building shared with Portland Jewish Academy.

Responsibilities include maintaining facilities, custodial operations, contractor projects, OSHA compliance, and acting as a liaison to our campus security team. This role leads the Maintenance team to keep the campus safe, welcoming and functional.

Qualifications

• Typically 3–5 years of facilities and custodial operations experience with supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of facility systems, safety standards and local laws.
• Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance, repairs, and operation of building systems (mechanical, HVAC, electrical, safety, pools).
• Builds work schedules, prioritizes maintenance requests, and manages project timelines.
• Coordinates daily operations of the Maintenance Team and outsourced custodial contractors.
• Manages external contractors for renovations and HVAC projects.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations (OSHA, fire/life safety, chemical protocols).
• Supports SOP development, operating budgets, and long-range facility planning.
• Communicates with Executive Director/Finance Director about facility needs and events.

Skills

Facilities management

Supervisory experience

OSHA compliance

Vendor management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field

College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Facilities Manager at the Mittleman Jewish Community Center provides hands-on leadership for our shared campus, including a 9.4 acre site and 125,000 sq ft building shared with Portland Jewish Academy.

Responsibilities include maintaining facilities, custodial operations, contractor projects, OSHA compliance, and acting as a liaison to our campus security team. This role leads the Maintenance team to keep the campus safe, welcoming and functional.