Facilities Manager Associate - Everett, WA

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints•Granite Falls, WA

11d•$77,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position helps provide and maintain facilities which give Church members places where they can worship, teach, learn, pray together, make and renew covenants, and receive sacred ordinances. This position assists the Facilities Manager in matters relating to existing facilities and properties. Assists in preventing building deterioration and maximizing building life through judicious application of operations and maintenance processes and standards. This is a people management position. A portion of the position’s workload will be supporting facilities in Southeast Alaska. This responsibility will require regular travel to remote locations and may include spending several consecutive days in the field to inspect facilities, coordinate work, address facility needs, and support local leaders and service providers. Travel requirements may vary based on operational needs and facility priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities, Construction, or related field.
Two years managing preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, commercial construction or remodel/modification or equivalent combination of six years education and experience.
Ability to make administrative decisions and judgments under the supervision of the Facilities Manager.
Sound understanding of Church organization and operations including some interaction with local and general Church leadership.
Proficient business and customer service background with knowledge of best practices and standards.
Proficient interpersonal relation skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction with diverse groups.
Knowledge of organization structure, workflow process and operational procedures.
Experience leading others in a multi-discipline work environment.
Ability to communicate professionally with others.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience managing vendor relationships and service contracts.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the Everett FMG area, including Southeast Alaska, with the ability to spend several consecutive days in the field as operational needs require.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while coordinating facilities operations, maintenance, contractors, vendors, and local leadership in remote locations.

Nice To Haves

IFMA Certification (or similar certification) within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and implementation of the operations & maintenance annual plan.
Collaborate with the Facilities Manager to define the scope and execution of building renovation projects.
Assist in the regular inspection of facilities to ensure compliance with approved standards and safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Manage and coordinate maintenance activities to facilitate timely completion of projects and work orders through asset management control systems.
Supervises the work of other employees (may include mixed workforce).
Provides suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion, or any other change of status of employees.
Support the Facilities Manager in securing and overseeing contractors and vendors to ensure work meets established specifications and quality standards.
Coordinate performance of maintenance work and independent contractors.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with customers, employees, vendors, and contractors, and Church department leadership to develop and maintain productive relationships.
Set daily priorities for work orders and projects to ensure responsiveness to customer needs.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for facilities operations and staff performance.
Support emergency preparedness and response planning for facilities.
Recommend improvements to enhance facility efficiency, sustainability, and patron experience.
Provide facilities support throughout the Everett FMG area, including assigned facilities in Southeast Alaska. Responsibilities may include facility inspections, maintenance coordination, project oversight, contractor and vendor management, and support of local facility needs.
Travel as required throughout the Everett FMG area to effectively support assigned facilities. Travel to Southeast Alaska will be a regular component of the position and may require extended field assignments of several consecutive days to inspect facilities, coordinate work, meet with local leaders and service providers, and address operational and maintenance needs.