Facility Manager

sus.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,799 - 45,290; Full time

Job summary

sus.com is looking for a Facility Manager in New York to ensure the smooth operation of the shelter building. Responsibilities include supervising the operational staff and guiding maintenance personnel, addressing building violations, and maintaining fire safety protocols. The ideal candidate will hold an associate degree or high school diploma with significant experience in shelter management.

The role requires effective communication skills, critical thinking, and adaptability to various challenges, with weekend and evening hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2-5 years of related experience required.
• Safety Director (F-80) and/or Security Guard license in NYS required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operational and maintenance staff.
• Maintain shelter buildings and address violations.
• Conduct building inspections for fire safety.

Skills

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Innovation

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in building/shelter experience

High school diploma with 5-7 years of related experience

Job description

Min: USD $27.98/Yr.

Max: USD $27.98/Yr.

Position Overview

SCOPE OF ROLE: The Facility Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the shelter building. They are responsible for the structured supervision of the operational staff and providing guidance for the contracted maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides supervision of Operational and Maintenance staff and contracted maintenance workers. Job tasks include but is not limited to, weekly structural supervisory sessions, provide work schedules, timesheet approval and requests for time off; coordinating work assignments; evaluating paperwork and documentation including the Security Log and Maintenance Work Order Logbooks.


• Responsible for maintaining shelter buildings in good standing, addressing all building violations in a timely manner.


• Coordinating maintenance staff training, development, and evaluation. May be required to fulfill duties of custodial personnel in their absence.


• Participant in all Callahan, RSRI, OTDA and OCFS building inspections.


• Responsible for maintaining fire safety which includes:
  
  
  
  • Developing Fire Safety plan and training all staff on Fire Safety Procedures and Building Evacuation.
  
  
  • Coordinating monthly fire drills and maintaining fire drill logs.
  
  
  • Periodic building inspections checking for any fire safety hazards or violations and all systems related to fire prevention (centralized fire alarm panel, sprinkler system, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers).
  
  
  • Coordinating servicing and documenting service/inspections of all fire safety equipment.
  
  
  • Providing all new program clients with written fire safety and prevention information.
  
  
  
  


• Monitor facility exterior and interior to ensure client safety, prevent damage and/or theft of agency property, and to prevent fire or other emergency/crisis situations.


• Provide guidance to clients in proper upkeep of living quarters regarding extermination of rodents and bugs.


• When necessary, drive program vehicle.


• Conduct periodic building and grounds inspections and make Central Maintenance aware of the findings.


• Respond to crisis and emergency situations and contact the appropriate authorities as needed.


• Participate in team meetings, and training as appropriate.


• Adhere to on call system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies, and other situations that require immediate action.


• Maintain CPR/ First Aid Certification and F-80 certification.


• A work schedule that includes weekend and evening hours will be required. Additional shifts required as needed.


• Perform other duties related to the program as delegated by the Senior leadership.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Effective Communication: Ability to convey information, as appropriate, to all individuals, including supervisor, staff, and co-workers. Uses clear, concise language to provide timely and accurate written and oral communication.

Critical Thinking: Ability to drive improvements, ranging from incremental enhancements to major shifts in direction. Anticipates change and makes the necessary adjustments to drive lasting improvements and long-term results.

Flexibility: Demonstrates an openness to new situations, adapts to changing circumstances and adjusts approaches and responses to address change related challenges.

Innovation: Develops new ways of doing things, questions conventional approaches and implements unique techniques. Encourages and promotes the exploration of new ideas and creative thinking amongst team members.

Role Model: Helps to shape the vision of the shelter by working with the multidisciplinary team to accomplish nutritional objectives.

Teamwork: Ability to lead and direct a cohesive team.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience: Associate degree in related building and/or shelter experience with 2-5 years of related experience; or high school diploma with 5-7 years of related building and shelter experience.


• Required Licenses: Safety Director (F-80) and/or Security Guard in NYS license.


• Preferred Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree preferred; should be forward thinking, providing collaborative and strategic planning and program management; provide innovation in developing and/or improving program design and service delivery; demonstrate ability to develop and manage relationships with team members, funders, and within the service community.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail].

ID

2026-18269

Work Location

In Person