FACILITIES COORDINATOR

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Facilities Coordinator II to manage building operations and support safety and security for the Science Learning Center and adjacent facilities on campus.

The role requires a high school diploma with 2 years of related experience; duties include coordinating schedules, emergency procedures, procurement, and overseeing building access systems. It involves collaboration with Facilities Management and various campus stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of building operations, maintenance and security procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel for Windows.
• Experience using software and maintaining hardware for building access control and management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing building operations (SLC, Cedar A south wing, Building #1050) and support by supervising and resolving problems concerning facility usage and equipment malfunction.
• Assist in managing the emergency preparedness program by providing on-site leadership for response to emergencies and monitoring alarm systems.
• Coordinate the daily building schedule and usage by monitoring and programming the security system and coordinating activities with other departments and clients.
• Assist in procurement for the assigned spaces by researching purchases and maintaining budget paperwork.
• Maintain fire and security systems in the SLC, Cedar A south wing, Building #1050.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: S15784P

Working Title: FACILITIES COORDINATOR

Department: VPI-VP of Instruction

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: M-F. Additional night and weekends may be needed to be departmental goals and deadlines.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 09/21/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/19/2026

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title: Facilities Coordinator II

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 100

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Position Summary: The Office for the Vice President for Instruction (OVPI) seeks a detail-oriented, collaborative assistant building manager for the Science Learning Center at the University of Georgia. The Science Learning Center is a unique space that houses instructional laboratories for introductory STEM students along with scale-up classrooms and two large auditoria. This position reports to the Building Manager and has responsibility for working closely with the Building Manager in planning, coordinating and supervising the facilities management program for the Science Learning Center. The individual in this position will also be asked to with facilities related issues at two other Office of Instruction buildings on south campus, Cedar Street Building A which houses 19 classrooms and Building #1050. This includes providing safety of building personnel and patrons, coordination with Facilities Management concerning facilities operations and maintenance issues, environmental/safety regulation compliance including organization of emergency plans and operations, and management of special projects as they arise.

Work involves assisting in developing appropriate policies and programs, monitoring the building and grounds, responding to emergency situations, managing the procurement and inventory of supplies and equipment, and scheduling and monitoring a sophisticated intrusion and fire alarm system.

Assignments are carried out under established policies and procedures, and the employee must exercise quick, independent, and sound judgment and display initiative in applying resolution to emergency situations that arise. The Assistant Building Manager is expected to work at hours as needed and to be recallable for duty in 30 minutes to respond to after-hour emergencies or security issues.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Knowledge of building operations, maintenance and security procedures; Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patrons, staff; Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate knowledge of desktop and laptop computing is preferred. Working knowledge using software packages for office use, preferably Word and Excel for Windows; Experience using software and maintaining hardware for building access control and management.

Physical Demands: Sitting for long periods of time at a computer terminal is required. Position also entails lifting boxes weighing approximately 40 pounds each.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? No

Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in managing building operations (SLC, Cedar A south wing, Building #1050) and support by supervising and resolving problems concerning facility usage, operations, equipment malfunction, etc. (40%)


• Assist in the management of the emergency preparedness program by providing on-site leadership for response to emergency situations, monitoring and responding to the alarm systems, developing detailed emergency procedures for the building, training other building staff to provide basic assistance, and handling related issues and problems according to departmental and university safety and security policies. (30%)


• Coordinates the daily building schedule (SLC, Cedar A south wing, Building #1050) and usage by monitoring and programming the security system; coordinates building activities and events with other departments and external clients. (15%)


• Assist in the management of appropriate procurement for the assigned spaces (both income and expenditures) by researching purchases, maintaining budget paperwork, tracking purchases, etc (10%)


• Assist in maintaining fire and security systems in the SLC, Cedar A south wing, Building #1050. (5%)