Facilities Manager

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington’s Libraries seeks a Facilities Manager to lead daily operations and maintenance for the Seattle campus libraries, ensuring a safe, functional, and welcoming environment.

The role oversees access control, maintenance coordination, events, and space usage while supervising staff. It serves as the operational liaison between central Facilities & Events and site contacts, upholding consistent standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in facilities or related field; 3–4 years of work experience in facilities or building management.
• Experience coordinating maintenance, renovations, and space usage across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Daily facilities operations, issue triage and safety.
• Space planning, project management, and support for events.
• Multi-site coordination across UW Libraries locations.
• Emergency planning and business continuity.
• Strategic and policy support for facilities.
• Supervision and staffing of facilities team.

Skills

Facilities management

Project management

HVAC systems

Electrical plumbing knowledge

Staff supervision

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

UW Libraries has an outstanding opportunity for a Facilities Manager to join their team.

About This Opportunity

The Facilities Manager leads daily operations and maintenance of Libraries spaces across the Seattle campus, ensuring a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for staff, students, and visitors. This position is responsible for managing building access, coordinating maintenance and renovations, supporting events and space usage, and supervising facilities staff. The Facilities Manager serves as the primary operational link between the central Facilities & Events team and site contacts at each UW Libraries location across campus, ensuring consistent standards of care and responsiveness across all sites.

UW Libraries Seattle footprint encompasses 11 libraries and offsite storage occupying all or part of 17 buildings and totaling just under 1 million square feet. These spaces house over 7 million pieces of physical material and special collections, support the work of 500 student and full-time staff, and accommodate over 2.5 million visitors per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Facilities Operations & Issue Triage (35%)
• Space Planning & Support, Project Management (25%)
• Multi-Site Coordination (15%)
• Emergency Planning (10%)
• Strategic & Policy Support (10%)
• Supervision & Staffing. This position manages employees. (5%)

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-4 years of work experience in facilities or building management.
• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with educational or institutional facilities management
• Understanding of building systems in large, multi-use, or historic structures, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety
• Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, scoping, and coordinating facilities projects
• Ability to effectively collaborate with a wide variety of individuals.
• Familiarity with basic construction practices and methods and experience working in or collaborating with maintenance and building trades
• Strong written and spoken communication skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and imagination.

Desired Qualifications

• Supervisory or lead work experience.
• Previous experience working in libraries

Working Conditions

• Able to lift 50 pounds, drive a fleet van, use basic hand tools

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

• Pay Range Minimum: $75,720.00 annual
• Pay Range Maximum: $85,800.00 annual
• Other Compensation: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
• Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
• Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position
• FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%
• Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Libraries PLE Nonsupervisory

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.