Area Manager, Center for Government & International Studies+

Posting date: February 18, 2026

External Reference: 002338SR

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Cambridge
• School/Unit: Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences
• Salary Grade: 058
• Job Function: Facilities
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Term Appointment: No
• Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) provides complete and integrated planning and design services, construction management, building renewal, maintenance, and operations management to maintain the physical resources of the FAS campus

The Area Manager is responsible for facility management of 20+ buildings, 776,000 sq. ft. and an annual operational budget of 10+ million. The building portfolio includes classrooms, administrative offices, faculty departments, library collections, research centers, and loading docks.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to Building Managers and Administrative Coordinators to support the portfolio
• Prepares and monitors annual building budgets (close, constant budget monitoring for all buildings/budgets and reporting to OPRP Finance)
• Establishes preventative maintenance programs; oversees processes needed for maintenance, emergency repairs, safety programs, and renovations.
• Ability and skill set to understand building systems, projects, etc. Request, work with, and understand what is being requested/quoted from vendors.
• Analyzes, plans, schedules, and manages multiple projects and renovations, including some capital projects.
• Reviews computer-based HVAC, security, and fire systems, monitors safety compliance, coordinates inspections, and ensures compliance with codes and regulations.
• Directs and oversees the day-to-day activity of custodial staff, mail clerks, building trades, and numerous contractors to ensure timely, cost-effective, and correct completion of work.
• Maintains the security of the buildings through proper attention to access control, security procedures, and the condition of locking devices.
• Responds to emergency situations as appropriate during both working and off-hours.
• Carries out programs of the Office of Physical Resources.

Working Conditions: This is an on-campus critical position.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform daily physical activity, including walking to and from various buildings, climbing multiple sets of stairs, and walking from room to room on each floor to inspect the physical condition of the building

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

8+ years’ experience in the management of physical facilities, including vendor and/or staff supervision experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent communication skills; ability to assess needs, set priorities, and deal with stressful situations.
• Computer skills necessary, including proficiency in work order systems, daily maintenance, invoice processing, budget, and payroll management.
• Must enjoy working with students.
• Experience in the management of physical facilities in a University setting preferred.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate: The salary will be determined based on the position and the candidate’s relevant experience.
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal
• Other Information: All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

#LI-CK1

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.