Facilities & Operations Manager

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A contemporary art museum in Denver is seeking a Facilities & Operations Manager to oversee the maintenance, safety, and operations of its 27,000 square foot facility. The ideal candidate will manage all building services and ensure safety compliance, as well as collaborate across departments. This full-time role offers a salary range of $65,000–$70,000 and requires a technical degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years in facilities management; museum or library experience preferred.
Availability for days, nights, weekends, and 24/7 emergency response.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain all building life services and facilities.
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Create and manage the annual facility budget.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams for facilities needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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The Facilities & Operations Manager plays a critical role in ensuring MCA Denver’s physical spaces function at the highest level—supporting the presentation of contemporary art, ensuring visitor and staff safety, and maintaining the museum’s long-term infrastructure integrity. This role is responsible for the maintenance, safety, and operations of MCA’s 27,000 square foot LEED Gold-certified building and a leased, 400-seat auditorium.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Priority 1: Facility Management

This role requires a proactive and hands-on approach to maintaining and improving the museum’s physical environment, ensuring all systems operate efficiently to support daily operations and visitor experience.

Monitor, inspect, maintain, and manage the repair of building life services including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, janitorial, fire, and building security systems.
Perform general maintenance and repairs and manage the facilities log.
Monitor and maintain the building’s temperature and humidity levels consistent with art preservation standards.
Support event and programming production with facilities logistics, including setup and breakdown.
Maintain and organize the Museum’s offsite storage area.
Develop and manage facility-related operating procedures and policies.
Maintain digital and physical records of maintenance schedules and repairs.
Develop short- and long-term facilities plans that outline immediate priorities, future needs, and a strategic vision for the organization’s physical infrastructure.

Priority 2: Safety & Compliance

This role demands a vigilant and detail-oriented mindset to uphold safety standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and create a secure environment for staff, visitors, and artwork.

Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols, developing contingency plans as necessary.
Coordinate with local and state officials to comply with regulations and maintain required facility licenses/certificates including fire, elevator, and general operating licensure.
Manage facility access procedures.
Respond to facility emergencies, including alarms and fire systems.
Perform daily walkthroughs of the facility to identify potential safety issues.

Priority 3: Financial Management

This role involves strategic and responsible financial stewardship of the facilities budget, requiring the ability to plan, track, and manage resources effectively to support both short-term needs and long-term infrastructure investments.

Create (with the COO), manage, and adhere to the annual facility budget.
Plan for longer-term capital expense and asset lifecycle replacement.
Identify opportunities to reduce or repurpose facilities expenses.

Priority 4: Collaboration & Coordination

This role requires the ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally with departments to problem-solve facilities needs that also consider the needs and priorities of other teams.

Coordinate with the Chief Operating Officer on new building projects, considering scope, budget, organizational mission, and risks.
Coordinate with facility vendors to ensure systems are functioning optimally.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the safety, security, and surveillance of installed artwork.
Oversee contract services such as janitorial and garbage.
Attend staff meetings and report on facility-related issues as needed.
Conduct training for staff on facility-related topics.
Assist with facility requirements for the Annual Gala and other development events.

Other Duties & Responsibilities include supporting overall departmental and organizational goals, with management rights to modify duties as needed. Supervisory responsibilities may include overseeing part-time maintenance support. The role requires safeguarding confidential information and interacting with managers and staff across the organization and external entities.

Job Requirements/Experience

Education: Technical degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in facilities management; museum or library experience preferred. Relevant licenses are strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to perform minor repairs, read plans, and understand HVAC systems.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.

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