Genesee Country Museum Hiring for Facilities Manager at Mumford, New York Full Time

Position Title: Facilities Manager

Hours: Full-time, 7:00am- 3:30pm, Mon-Fri typical, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Schedule may vary on a weekly basis due to the changing needs of Museum activities. Occasional weekend and evening shifts may be required.

Reports To: Sr. Director of Operations

Primary Functions: Direct supervision of all facilities staff in day-to-day operations as well as special project works.

Direct Reports: 2 full-time and 2-4 part-time employees

Responsibilities:

Management and Oversight (30%)

• Supervision of all departmental employees including scheduling, job assignment, training providing additional work support when the job requires additional staffing

• Provide for, schedule and facilitate all necessary training for departmental staff

• Insure that the museum continues in compliance with all applicable OSHA, NYS Health Department and local building codes and regulations

• Attend meetings and collaborate with colleagues to solve problems

Repair and Maintain the Physical Plant and Grounds (30%)

• Repair and maintain equipment and facilities.

• Continuously inspect areas for needed repair

• Oversee and work to support in the repair, maintenance and upkeep of equipment and vehicles.

• Maintain the exterior spaces as per the changing needs of the season, including (but not limited to) snow removal, lawn care, trail maintenance, road grading, etc.

Special Event Support (30%)

• Assist with coordination and participate in the logistical needs of special events and rentals setups, including (but not limited to) tent set ups, power tie ins, rental equipment setup, tables, chairs, lighting, heater installation, etc.

Other Duties as assigned (10%)

Performance Standards:

• Engage with others in a collaborative and inclusive manner, supporting diversity, accessibility, and equity with program audiences, colleagues, and Museum guests.

• Communicate in a prompt, friendly and hospitable manner.

• Regularly show support of GCV&M values of Authenticity, Collaboration, Exploration, Inclusivity, Stewardship, and Responsibility in all actions and communications.

• Represent self and the Museum courteously, accurately, and professionally.

• Comply with all GCV&M staff expectations within the home department and included in the Staff Handbook and Safety Manual.

• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrate willingness to continuously improve through learning, listening, and collaboration.

Working conditions/ physical aspects of the role – for positions that require physical work

• Able to climb and work safely from ladders.

• Ability to do heavy lifting such as moving tables and furniture, pick up and empty trash receptacles, shoveling snow.

• Stand for long periods of time during jobs like parking for special events.

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications and knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of the common components of a physical plant i.e. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.

• Experience with repairs and maintenance of equipment and buildings.

• Possess at least 3 years of facilities supervisory experience.

• Possess a valid, unrestricted NYS driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.

• Familiarity with of state, municipal and local building codes, fire codes and environmental regulations e.g. pesticide application regulations

• Capable of safely and effectively operating a wide range of power equipment.

• Ability to train junior staff in all department equipment and all operating procedures.