Assistant Facilities Manager

SIGNATURE THEATRE COMPANY•New York, NY

13d•$66,300 - $68,300•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Assistant Facilities Manager assists in all aspects of operation and maintenance of the Pershing Square Signature Center. Working closely with rentals, production, IT and Front of House, the Assistant Facilities Manager helps ensure facilities policies and procedures are incorporated effectively into all activities throughout the Center. About Signature Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home, producing three to four productions annually. In 2005 Signature began its groundbreaking Signature Ticket Initiative, providing affordable tickets to all of its productions. In 2012, Signature opened The Pershing Square Signature Center, the Frank Gehry-designed 75,000 square foot Center featuring three theatres, two rehearsal studios, a central, public lobby with a café and bookstore, as well as administrative offices. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community, and access are strongly encouraged to apply. Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities. All employees of Signature Theatre have a responsibility to be active in the institution's continued commitment to its Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility values and goals. Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signaturetheatre.org

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines
Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills with an eye for detail
Ability to learn and convey technical information to a non-technical audience
Ability to function well in a high pace and at times stressful environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
High school diploma or equivalent
At least three years of experience working in a large, multi-use facility

Nice To Haves

F-95 Fire & Life Safety Director
F-03 Certificate of Fitness for Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel
S-95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
Sexual Harassment
Code of Conduct
EDIA Commitment Review
OSHA

Responsibilities

Help to ensure all building systems remain in peak condition through weekly, monthly, and bi-monthly maintenance.
Manage facilities day-to-day operations, including acting as a liaison between departments during events and rentals, managing crowd control, Safety protocols and anticipating crowd behavior.
Manage contractor and vendor relationships, including projects and maintenance scheduling for HVAC, BMS, electrical systems, plumbing, security, elevators, waste, cleaning, and fire safety systems.
Manage vendor relationships for Front of House spaces, including Café Bar and kitchen preventative maintenance needs.
Monitor and check work of third-party vendors and hourly personnel to ensure high standards are maintained.
Maintain a Fire Life Safety Director certification from the FDNY and help lead Pershing Square Signature Center’s fire safety efforts.
Respond to off-hours emergencies, reporting onsite when necessary; including natural disasters (e.g. floods, earthquakes, hurricanes) and/or potential neighborhood emergencies, such as bomb threats and riots.
Provide on-call support outside regular Center hours to address HVAC, fire alarm, and security needs.
Assist the Director of Operations with management of construction and capital projects as needed.
Assess HVAC needs for production schedules, administrative offices, and rentals/events.