Facilities Specialist

The Bush School; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Free parking

Professional development

Job summary

The Bush School in Seattle, WA is seeking a Facilities Specialist, Safety & Security to support campus operations during an active construction period and beyond. This is a full-time, non-exempt position focused on safety, supervision, and essential facilities tasks.

Responsibilities include escorting classes, supervising lunch, traffic control, safety checks, and assisting with drills and maintenance to keep the campus secure and functional.

Qualifications

• Experience in school, facilities, or public safety settings preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to manage high-traffic areas calmly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with students, staff, and community.

Responsibilities

• Escort 7th and 8th grade classes between campuses.
• Supervise lunch periods and assist with transitions to MLK Center.
• Provide morning and afternoon traffic support for safe drop-off/pickup.
• Perform regular safety checks of doors, gates and access points.
• Assist with campus safety drills and emergency preparedness activities.
• Support maintenance, event setup, and general facilities tasks.

Skills

Safety procedures

Public safety

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Traffic control

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Specialist (Seattle, WA)

Department: Facilities

Reports To: Facilities Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly

On-Site: Yes

FTE: Full Time (100 % FTE - 40 hours per week)

Compensation: $28.85-$31.25/hour

Who Thrives at Bush

You find joy in working with students and alongside a passionate, thoughtful community of educators. You believe deeply that learning is most powerful when it is experiential, and when students learn by doing, exploring, and reflecting, rather than simply being told what to know and remember. You are invested in the growth of children as whole people, supporting their curiosity, sense of purpose, and capacity to contribute meaningfully to their communities, both within and beyond the classroom. You are a lifelong learner who welcomes both support and challenge, and you are excited by the opportunity to continue developing your craft in a collegial, reflective environment. You are energized by contributing your skills and ideas, making a meaningful impact, and being part of something larger than yourself.

Who We Are

Founded in 1924 and located in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood, The Bush School is an independent school serving students from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. Bush offers a rich, intellectually engaging program grounded in experiential learning, designed to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities. Our curriculum challenges students to think deeply and creatively, preparing them to thrive in future endeavors while remaining rooted in the school’s longstanding core values.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community in which every individual can say, “I belong.” We seek educators and staff who are passionate about their work, highly skilled in their practice, and who bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to our community. We believe deeply in the role education and diverse learning environments play in advancing equity, inclusion, and a shared sense of responsibility for one another.

Position Summary/Overview

The Bush School, a K-12 progressive, independent school located in Seattle, WA, is in search of an individual to join our Facilities Department as a Facilities Specialist, Safety & Security. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued and encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Facilities Specialist, Safety & Security reports to the Facilities Director and plays a key role in supporting campus operations and community safety during an active construction period and beyond. This position helps ensure the smooth and safe movement of students and staff between campus locations — including escorting Middle School classes between the Middle and Upper Campuses and assisting with daily lunch transitions to and from the MLK Community Center. The role also supports the Facilities team with general maintenance, event setup, transportation, and campus safety efforts. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic, community-centered environment and takes pride in keeping the school running smoothly and safely.

Campus Supervision & Safety

• Escort 7th and 8th grade classes between the Middle School and Upper Campus.
• Assist with Lower, Middle, and Upper School lunch transitions to and from the MLK Community Center.
• Supervise students during lunch, both indoors and outdoors (including sport courts).
• Provide morning and afternoon traffic assistance to ensure safe drop-off and pickup.
• Conduct regular campus perimeter and garage sweeps to monitor for safety or security concerns.
• Perform routine safety checks of doors, gates, and building access points.
• Serve as an additional on-campus safety presence, assisting in emergencies and communicating promptly with Facilities or Security staff when issues arise.
• Support campus safety drills and emergency preparedness activities as directed.

Facilities & Operations Support

• Assist with light grounds maintenance, including leaf and gutter cleanup.
• Safely perform ladder and roof work as needed for gutter and drainage maintenance.
• Support the transportation fleet by detailing and cleaning vehicles.
• Regularly monitor neighborhood parking compliance around campus and communicate concerns to the Facilities office.
• Help set up and tear down for school events as needed.
• Respond to daytime custodial or facilities emergencies.
• Assist with package deliveries and distribution.
• Support snow and ice removal during winter months.

Experience and Professional Competencies

• Experience working in school, facilities, or public safety settings for two to five years preferred.
• Prior training or experience directing traffic or serving as a crossing guard strongly preferred.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and ability to manage high-traffic areas calmly and confidently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and community members.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, walking across campus, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable working at heights, including using ladders and accessing roof areas for gutter cleaning and maintenance.
• Reliable, punctual, and collaborative team member who takes initiative and communicates clearly.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is required

Successful Candidates will

• Have a philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values – please review the school’s mission and values on our website (www.bush.edu)
• Maintain a strong work ethic, with high standards of professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide prompt, courteous customer service
• Have an open and collaborative work style with an openness to new ideas
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and sound judgment in decision-making
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Apply a detail orientated approach to all work, with a high level of organization and accuracy

Additional Requirements

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date, provided by the school)
• Washington State Driver’s License
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position

• Salary Range: $28.85-$31.25/hour (based on years of experience)
• Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)
• Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees
• Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees
• Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents
• School lunch discounts
• Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
• Use of school fitness center
• Paid Time Off (sick leave, vacation, and personal days)
• Professional Development opportunities

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. As an adaptive organization, responsibilities can and will change in alignment with greater efficiencies and mission metrics.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.

*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.