Facilities Manager, Dining and Night Team

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington is seeking a Facilities Manager for Dining and Night Team to ensure safe, clean, and well‑maintained dining facilities. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, custodial operations, and renewal work across HFS dining programs in Seattle.

The role reports to the Associate Director, Facilities Services and requires a Bachelor's degree plus 3+ years in facilities leadership. Some remote work may be approved and the position offers a stable, regular schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of facilities project management or custodial operations management experience.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive customer service orientation.
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage preventive maintenance and equipment tracking in dining spaces.
• Coordinate UW Facilities and outside contractors; negotiate scope and cost of work orders.
• Oversee interior renewal projects for timeline, budget, and quality.
• Participate in annual facility audits and maintain capital expense records.
• Develop staffing plans, oversee recruitment, and conduct annual time studies.
• Maintain a custodial training program covering orientation, safety, and cleaning methods.
• Manage the custodial annual budget including forecasting and expenditure monitoring.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation for custodial staff.
• Supervise and develop Night Team Supervisor, providing coaching and leadership development.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Facilities Manager - Dining and Night Team to join their team.

About This Opportunity

This position ensures that HFS dining facilities are safe, clean, and well-maintained by coordinating preventative maintenance, custodial, and renewal work across all HFS dining operations.

Key Responsibilities

Dining Facilities and Maintenance Management – 40%

• Manage preventive maintenance and equipment tracking in dining spaces.
• Coordinate UW Facilities and outside contractors; negotiate scope and cost of work orders.
• Oversee interior renewal projects for timeline, budget, and quality.
• Participate in annual facility audits and maintain capital expense records.

Custodial Operations – 40%

• Ensure adherence to cleaning standards and support the HFS quality assurance program.
• Develop staffing plans, oversee recruitment, and conduct annual time studies.
• Maintain a custodial training program covering orientation, safety, and cleaning methods.
• Manage the custodial annual budget including forecasting and expenditure monitoring.

Leadership and Supervision – 20%

• Supervise two Custodial Supervisors with indirect oversight of up to 21 FTE.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation for custodial staff.
• Supervise and develop Night Team Supervisor, providing coaching, performance management and leadership development.
• Drive program improvements and ensure compliance with HFS and University policies.
• Lead through Organizational change and workforce transition, ensuring continuity of institutional knowledge and team performance.

Reports to the Associate Director, Facilities Services

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

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager

• Bachelor's degree
• Three years of experience in facilities project management and / or custodial operations management
• Basic knowledge of maintenance or facility operations
• Ability to develop cost estimates and schedules
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive customer service orientation
• Ability to function as a leader and a team member

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with commercial food service equipment
• Experience tracking and reporting on complex budgets

Working Conditions

• Assigned to a Monday - Friday day shift with occasional weekend and evening work to address emergencies and participate in Department-wide events. Up to 2 days per week of remote work may be approved.
• This position offers scheduling flexibility, with some evening hours expected to support night operations staff.

About The Team

"Working together to enhance student life" is the Housing & Food Services mission statement. Housing & Food Services is a large and complex organization with a unified commitment to supporting student learning, growth, and success.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$99,240.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$99,240.00 annual

Benefits

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

Not Applicable

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.