"Building Manager"

Position Highlights

The College of Education invites applicants to apply to the Building Manager position. This position supports a wide range of building and departmental operations, including administrative tasks such as managing key and CatCard access, coordinating office and classroom space assignments, and serving as the primary point of contact for Facilities Management, UAPD, Amer-X Security, and internal COE departments. It oversees building maintenance by addressing minor repairs, submitting and tracking facilities service requests, monitoring custodial services, and coordinating office cleanouts or moves.

The Building Manager also ensures that classrooms, meeting rooms, and public spaces remain functional, safe, and welcoming. This includes coordinating furniture needs, overseeing classroom technology upkeep in collaboration with Instructional Support and IT staff, monitoring consumable supplies, and supporting special event setups. The position requires a strong background in classroom technology and contributes to the design, purchase, and installation of equipment during classroom renovations and upgrades. The role also supports long-term planning for building improvements and space utilization.

The normal work week is M-F, 8am-5pm. Some mornings, nights, or weekends are required. The work schedule will flex to ensure a 40-hour work week.

Duties & Responsibilities

Department Administrative Tasks

• Manage key and CatCard access requests.
• Track space assignments and availability for offices, classrooms, and meeting rooms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Facilities Management, UAPD, Amer-X Security, and other campus service providers.
• Implement safety protocols in classrooms, public spaces, and offices in alignment with Risk Management guidelines.

Building Maintenance & Operations

• Perform or coordinate minor repairs to furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
• Submit and track Facilities Management service requests.
• Monitor custodial services and address issues as needed.
• Coordinate office cleanouts, moves, and space reconfigurations.

Classroom & Learning Space Support

• Coordinate maintenance and minor repair of classroom technology and furniture.
• Provide in-classroom support to ensure spaces remain functional during instruction and events.
• Collaborate with Instructional Support and IT staff on the installation, training, and decommissioning of classroom technology and related equipment.
• Contribute to the design, purchase, and installation of technology and furnishings during classroom renovations and upgrades.

Equipment & Resource Management

• Oversee surplusing and disposal of outdated furniture and equipment.
• Coordinate cleanouts and renovations of office and classroom spaces.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed in classrooms and common areas.
• Assist new faculty and staff with space setup, orientation to building resources, and coordination with campus services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of building operations, facilities management practices, and university procedures related to space, access, and safety.
• Knowledge of classroom technologies, audiovisual systems, and their role in supporting instruction.
• Knowledge of equipment lifecycle management, including inventory, surplusing, and renovation planning.
• Skill in coordinating facilities services, custodial support, and maintenance needs efficiently.
• Skill in troubleshooting and supporting classroom and meeting space technology in collaboration with Instructional Support and IT staff.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for managing multiple projects and working with various stakeholders.
• Ability to assess and respond proactively to building and classroom needs while exercising sound judgment.
• Ability to foster a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and contribute to long-term space and technology improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. 1 year of relevant work experience is required. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience supporting classroom or meeting-space technologies, including AV systems, control panels, and conferencing tools. Experience contributing to renovation or space improvement projects, including technology planning, furniture selection, or installation oversight. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across faculty, staff, administrators, and external service providers. Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and deadlines.