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The Seattle Symphony is seeking a Facilities Coordinator to provide administrative and organizational support for the Facilities Department in a dynamic, event-driven setting. You will manage vendor contracts, process invoices, and maintain records across CMMS and facilities practices.
With 2+ years of related experience, you will coordinate scheduling, assist with writing procedures, and support safety documentation while ensuring timely communications to staff, contractors and patrons.
*On-site role; 40 hour work week
The primary responsibility of the Facilities Coordinator is to provide exceptional administrative and organizational support for the Facilities Department, in an event driven organization. Responsible for administrative systems, procedures, record keeping and reporting for the Facilities Team. The Facilities Coordinator monitors projects, processes and reviews supplier invoices, supports and coordinates planning & scheduling of internal and vendor maintenance and repairs as assigned. The Facilities Coordinator administrates the Facilities CMMS system, assists with the creation of written facilities and engineering procedures, and event coordination as needed.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; two-year college degree preferred
Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
2 + years recent related work experience and/or professional administrative office support and project coordination experience – required; working knowledge and experience in facilities management in a fast-paced, event driven environment – preferred
Strong computer skills with proven proficiency in MS Office including Word & Excel
Previous experience with CMMS, asset management and Washington State prevailing wage processes – preferred.
Excellent communication and customer services skills, both written and verbal
Prior experience in a customer service role
Must have attention to detail, organized, and interpersonal skills to deal with contractors, visitors, patrons, staff and musicians
Accreditation from IFMA, BOMA or other industry associations would be advantageous
The physical requirements described here must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The functions of this position are performed primarily in an office environment
Regular activities include frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and bending
This position may require occasional pulling, lifting and climbing stairs
Ability to speak, hear and communicate clearly while handling staff inquiries, telephone calls and customer requests
Specific vision abilities require close visual acuity for viewing a computer screen and reading, preparing, entering and/or analyzing data
This position requires repetitive motions of the wrists, hands and fingers for typing at a standard keyboard and regular pinching, picking up and holding pencils and other desk tools
Must have the ability to lift 30 pounds as needed
Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (PPO, low deductible)
Employer paid Long-Term Disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Employer paid ORCA pass for Metro, Sound Transit, the WA State ferries, or other public transport system or onsite parking
403b retirement savings plan with employer matching at 1 year
10 days Vacation Time, 10 days Sick Time
2 personal days
11 paid holidays per year
Your birthday off!
Employee Assistance Program
The Seattle Symphony values diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace. Individuals who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged to apply. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EOE) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Seattle Symphony will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.