Manager of Building Operations and Security

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Manager of Building Operations and Security to oversee facilities, security, and emergency planning for multiple libraries in Hanover, NH. This onsite role manages renovation projects, coordinates with facilities operations, and ensures a welcoming environment aligned with DEI practices.

With a bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, you will supervise staff, collaborate with contractors, and maintain safety standards while coordinating with campus

Qualifications

• Three years experience with facilities management, procedures, and principles.
• Substantial project and space management experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Libraries’ project manager for facilities projects.
• Lead renovation and construction projects and monitor budgets.
• Provide updates to library staff and stakeholders on changes and progress.
• Oversee security and access control across facilities; address risk management issues.
• Lead emergency planning and staff training; ensure readiness.
• Collaborate with external contractors and university partners on projects.

Skills

Facilities mgmt

Space management

Organization

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3-5 years experience

Job description

Manager of Building Operations and Security

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

AVAILABLE TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE LIBRARY WORKERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Position Information

Posting date 07/07/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1011224

Position Title Manager of Building Operations and Security

Hiring Range Minimum $70,755

Hiring Range Maximum $88,444

Union Type DCLWU

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Location of Position Hanover, NH Berry 162

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

Provides facilities, security, and emergency planning management for the Baker-Berry, Rauner, and Sherman Libraries, and the Library Collections and Services Facility. Serves as the Libraries’ project manager for renovation and construction projects. Keeps library staff and key stakeholders updated on any facility-related changes and projects. Creates and maintains a welcoming environment by embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and practices into their work whenever applicable.

The is a fully onsite position.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Three years experience with facilities management, procedures, and principles
• Substantial project and space management experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting competing deadlines
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with university, campus operations, and related policies and procedures
• Emergency or security management experience

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-2237

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jennifer Taxman, Associate Dean of Libraries, Academic Engagement & Operations Strategies

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-2237

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants

AVAILABLE TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE LIBRARY WORKERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY . Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Develops and implements policies, procedures, and programs essential for maintaining library facilities. Works closely with Facilities Operations & Management, Project Management Services, Safety & Security, and outside contractors to investigate, evaluate, prioritize and coordinate maintenance, renovations, construction, and long-term projects. Manages the procurement of furnishings and building signage. Places service requests and tracks the progress of work orders; obtains cost estimates when needed and sees work orders through to a timely completion.

Percentage Of Time 40

Description

Serve as the Libraries’ project manager for facilities projects. Participates in long-term strategic Planning with senior library administration on renovation and construction projects; implements, oversees, and provides updates about the projects; ensures that library-funded projects stay within budget; leads assessment after project completion.

Percentage Of Time 30

Description

Oversees the security of the Libraries’ facilities, manages access control and programming for a complicated building complex. Identifies and documents facilities-related risk management issues and problems and follows through to ensure that all potential liability problems are addressed. Collaborates with the Hood Museum on security of artwork in the buildings.

Percentage Of Time 15

Description

Serves on the campus Emergency Planning Group, disseminating information to Library administration and staff as needed. Leads the Libraries’ (non-collection related) emergency/disaster planning processes and documentation and organizes staff training. Performs regular reviews to ensure response readiness and effectiveness.

Percentage Of Time 10

Description

Serves on committees and task forces as appropriate. Stays up to date on current practices in library/museum facilities and security management through professional publications, contact with colleagues at other institutions, and attending professional meetings and conferences.

Percentage Of Time 5

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned

Dartmouth College Office of Human Resources | 7 Lebanon Street Suite 203 | Hanover, NH 03755 | Ph 603.646.3411 | [e-mail]