Facility Operations Manager

Oklahoma City Museum of Art•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

About the Museum: The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is one of the leading arts institutions in the region. The Museum presents a dynamic range of exhibitions organized from prestigious museums and collections throughout the world. The Museum’s own diverse collection features highlights from North America, Europe, and Asia, with particular strengths in American art and postwar abstraction. The permanent collection also boasts one of the world’s largest public collections of Dale Chihuly glass, a major collection of photography by Brett Weston, and the definitive museum collection of works by the Washington Color painter Paul Reed. The Museum’s renowned Samuel Roberts Noble Theater screens the finest international, independent, documentary, and classic films. Museum amenities include the Museum Store and the Roof Terrace. The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and is a member of the Association of Art Museum Directors. The Museum serves over 125,000 visitors annually from all fifty states and thirty foreign countries. What We’re Looking For: We’re looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Facility Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and safety of the Museum’s buildings and grounds. In this essential role, you will ensure that all facilities, including public spaces, offices, and production areas, are well-maintained, safe, and fully operational to support staff, visitors, and programming. You’ll lead maintenance and custodial efforts, manage vendors, and collaborate across departments to support exhibitions and special events.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in building operations, maintenance, or facilities management.
Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance systems.
Familiarity with building codes, OSHA requirements, and ADA regulations.
Experience supervising maintenance and/or custodial staff preferred, with a demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and service.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA, HVAC, Facilities Management) preferred.
Experience with Metasys HVAC system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of all Museum facilities, including buildings, grounds, and equipment through a proactive preventive maintenance program.
Conduct routine building walk-throughs to identify and address maintenance needs such as lighting, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities are completed efficiently, cost-effectively, and in accordance with established standards.
Supervise and support facilities staff, providing day-to-day direction, assigning tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and policies.
Monitor quality of work, identify issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Ensure compliance with all fire, life safety, sanitation, OSHA, and regulatory requirements, including inspections and follow-up actions.
Coordinate with internal teams to address maintenance requests and support operational needs across departments.
Collaborate with staff to plan and execute facility support for special events, including set-up and tear-down.
Manage inventory levels and approve purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
Respond to facility-related emergencies and coordinate with Director appropriate corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
Oversee departmental expenses within approved budget parameters.
Serve as the primary on-site contact for service vendors, ensuring work is completed safely and to standard.