Building Manager - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
About The Position
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials. The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is part of The New York Public Library (NYPL), which consists of four major research libraries and 88 branch libraries located in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. The newly renovated, state-of-the-art, LEED Silver certified, 180,000 square-foot facility, is NYPL’s largest and busiest circulating library, with more than 1.7 million visits a year. The Facilities department is tasked with keeping all NYPL locations safe, clean, comfortable and welcoming for our patrons and staff. The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library Building Manager provides direction to a team of 24 staff members and coordinates the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the facility.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required or 4+ years of related experience
- Valid Driver’s License
- 4+ years of experience in a facilities role, maintaining building inventory, implementing and administering preventive maintenance programs, and preparing work schedules for maintenance staff
- Experience with the monitoring and coordination of building renovations
- Experience with directly supervising staff
- Thorough knowledge of established practices and procedures for operating building equipment, including the ability to resolve mechanical equipment problems
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to read blueprints and a working knowledge of building monitoring systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry standard cleaning methods and procedures, materials safety handling, and experience ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment
- Ability to respond quickly and tactfully to emergency situations
- Must be able to communicate efficiently with staff, management at all levels, and outside vendors /contractors
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Oversee a team of 24 staff members
- Interviewing, hiring, training, and performance management of staff
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations, maintenance, and cleanliness of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment
- Conduct routine building inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions
- Oversee preventive maintenance programs, ensuring building systems—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety are serviced and functioning properly
- Coordinate and monitor work performed by contractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with NYPL standards and contractual requirements
- Manage building-related requests, service tickets, and space-use needs; prioritize tasks and ensure timely resolution
- Support event operations by developing logistical plans, coordinating setup needs, and ensuring adequate facilities staffing
- Maintain building inventory, equipment, supplies, and materials; ensure cost-effective procurement and proper storage
- Prepare and monitor schedules for maintenance and custodial staff to meet operational needs
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and NYPL policies
- Lead emergency response efforts, including weather events, system failures, and other incidents requiring immediate action
- Collaborate with other NYPL divisions and departments to support shared initiatives, capital projects, and operational improvements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
