Computer Facilities Manager - Augusta

MaineGuide; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Health insurance

Parental leave

Vacation leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of Maine Office of Information Technology in Augusta seeks a skilled Computer Facilities Manager to oversee security, environmental controls, maintenance, and reliable operation of data center infrastructure.

The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with vendors, and guiding physical facilities projects. Eligible candidates should have extensive management experience and a strong background in multiprocessing, data comms, and security.

Qualifications

• Ten years education and experience including at least one year supervisory experience.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel and manage complex facilities.
• Background checks may be required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee physical server area security, environmental controls, and fire suppression to ensure safe facility operation.
• Coordinate site preparation for hardware relocation and installation.
• Develop RFPs and evaluate responses to select equipment and services.
• Order hardware for installation and facility maintenance (UPS, racks, cables, HVAC, etc.).
• Coordinate with service providers to ensure safe, compliant facility maintenance.
• Lead projects with cross‑agency teams to plan and implement IT facility improvements.

Skills

Multiprocessing systems

Data communications theory

Supervisory principles

Security requirements

Facilities management

Education

Ten years education and supervisory experience

Job description

Office Information Technology

Computer Facilities Manager

Opening Date: August 17, 2026

Closing Date: August 31, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 28 / Supervisory

Job Class Code: 0190

Salary: $63,689.60 - $90,438.40 /Annually

Position Number: 004250617

Location: Augusta

Telework: Partial/ Hybrid, with management approval, upon completion of probationary period. All telework must be performed in the State of Maine.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

OVERVIEW:

The State of Maine Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Computer Facilities Manager to oversee the security, environmental controls, maintenance, and reliable operation of critical computer facilities and data center infrastructure.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is technical services work of a managerial nature involving the planning, scheduling, coordination, and direction of physical systems and site support activities within a large central computer services facility. Responsibilities include site planning, physical facility and equipment security, environmental controls, and the coordination of new construction, renovations, and equipment installations. Supervision is exercised over support staff, vendors, and contractors. Work is performed under limited supervision, with considerable independent judgment and responsibility for maintaining the security, reliability, and operational readiness of the facility.

MaineIT embraces the following core values (C.A.R.E.)

• Customer-Focus – Ensuring our customers are heard and their needs are met.
• Accountability – Holding ourselves to a high standard through transparency with stakeholders.
• Responsiveness – Providing timely updates in a proactive manner.
• Empathy – Delivering people-focused services with emotional intelligence.

REPRESENTATIVETASKS:

• Manages the physical server area, including (but not limited to) security access, environmental controls, and fire suppression and maintenance to ensure a safe, secure, and effective physical facility.
• Manages site preparation for computer hardware location, relocation, and installation in order to ensure safe, secure, and effective physical facility.
• Researches related equipment and current and potential vendors in order to evaluate suitability to meet agency needs.
• Develops Requests For Proposals and evaluates responses in order to solicit and select appropriate and necessary equipment and services.
• Orders hardware necessary for computer installation and facility maintenance, including Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) systems, computer racks, cables, fire suppression equipment, water detection, air conditioning equipment and systems, flooring, etc.
• Coordinates fire suppression and maintenance, and trains staff related to site environmental, electrical, and fire notification and suppression in order to ensure safety.
• Coordinates network connections with telecommunications for installation of data circuits for the division in order to ensure coordination and installation.
• Coordinates with service providers, including electrical, construction, maintenance, and related contractors, in order to coordinate and ensure physical facility maintenance.
• Coordinates physical facility and security needs for computer equipment site relocations in order to ensure proper and effective relocation and final facility.
• Participates in a variety of administrative, technical, and multi-agency projects and work groups in order to provide expertise and promote development of physical computer facilities.
• Assists senior management and agency data processing managers in the physical aspects of developing short term and strategic information technology plans and solutions in order to provided guidance and assistance in related aspects of implementing information/automation technology systems to meet agency requirements.
• Meets with customers, program managers, agency/vendor technical support personnel, and senior agency management in order to provide information and expertise regarding the physical aspects of information.
• Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.

KNOWLEDGES,SKILLS,ANDABILITIESREQUIRED:

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern management principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of multiprocessing systems, operations, and working environment.
• Knowledge of data communications theory, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of computer supports operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of security requirements of confidential materials.
• Knowledge of electrical, fire, and related safety requirements.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
• Ability to collect and analyze data and statistics.
• Ability to work with complex variables independently.
• Ability to develop training programs, operating procedures, manuals, and related materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ten (10) years education and experience to include at least one (1) year supervisory and administrative experience which provides a knowledge of multiprocessing systems, data communications, and computer support operations.

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave – is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills.

Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.