Senior Facilities Program Manager

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

4h • $70,000

About The Position

The Facilities Program Manager is a key operational role on the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center (DPAC) staff and reports to the Senior Associate Director. The role serves as DPAC’s liaison among campus facilities and physical plant units, external vendors, DPAC staff, and in-house academic department personnel, helping ensure building spaces remain safe, functional, and responsive to evolving needs. Areas of focus typically include maintenance, repair, renovation, housekeeping, utilities and facilities, and groundskeeping. The Facilities Program Manager also helps ensure the safety and security of DPAC and is the first contact for facility emergencies, repairs, and construction.

Requirements

• Associate degree or up to three years of college or technical school.
• Five to six years of experience; at least five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities or building operations.
• Experience coordinating with multiple trades.
• Hands-on familiarity or working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, building automation systems, and preventative maintenance practices.
• Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking skills, including the ability to prioritize competing demands and deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to drive work to completion.
• Understanding of building codes, safety, accessibility, environmental regulations, and campus facility policies.
• Occasional night and weekend work is required.
• Resume and cover letter are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate between campus facilities and physical plant units, external vendors, DPAC staff, and in-house academic department personnel.
• Help ensure building spaces remain safe, functional, and responsive to evolving needs.
• Address facilities areas including maintenance, repair, renovation, housekeeping, utilities, and groundskeeping.
• Help ensure the safety and security of DPAC.
• Serve as the first contact for facility emergencies, repairs, and construction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree