S:US is seeking a Facility Manager for our women's shelter located in Manhattan.

This position is located at 205 West 135th Street New York, NY 10030

The Facility Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the shelter building. They are responsible for the structured supervision of the operational staff and providing guidance for the contracted maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides supervision of Operational and Maintenance staff and contracted maintenance workers. Job tasks include   but is not limited to, weekly structural supervisory sessions, provide work schedules, timesheet approval and requests for time off; coordinating work assignments; evaluating paperwork and documentation including the Security Log and Maintenance Work Order Logbooks.
• Responsible for maintaining shelter buildings in good standing, addressing all building violations in a timely manner.
• Coordinating maintenance staff training, development, and evaluation. May be required to fulfill duties of custodial personnel in their absence.
• Participant in all Callahan, RSRI, OTDA and OCFS building inspections.
• Responsible for maintaining fire safety which includes:
• Developing Fire Safety plan and training all staff on Fire Safety Procedures and Building Evacuation.
• Coordinating monthly fire drills and maintaining fire drill logs.
• Periodic building inspections checking for any fire safety hazards or violations and all systems related to fire prevention (centralized fire alarm panel, sprinkler system, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers).
• Coordinating servicing and documenting service/inspections of all fire safety equipment.
• Providing all new program clients with written fire safety and prevention information.
• Monitor facility exterior and interior to ensure client safety, prevent damage and/or theft of agency property, and to prevent fire or other emergency/crisis situations.
• Provide guidance to clients in proper upkeep of living quarters regarding extermination of rodents and bugs.
• When necessary, drive program vehicle
• Conduct periodic building and grounds inspections and make Central Maintenance aware of the findings.
• Respond to crisis and emergency situations and contact the appropriate authorities as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, and training as appropriate.
• Adhere to on call system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies, and other situations that require immediate action.
• Maintain CPR/ First Aid Certification and F-80 certification.
• A work schedule that includes weekend and evening hours will be required. Additional shifts required as needed.
• Perform other duties related to the program as delegated by the Senior leadership.

• Associate degree in related building and /or shelter experience with 2-5 years of related experience
• High School diploma with 5-7 years of related building and shelter experience
• Required Safety Director (F-80) and/or Security Guard in NYS license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Should be forward thinking, provide collaborative and strategic in their planning and program     management.
• Provide innovation in developing and/or improving program design and service delivery.
• Demonstrate ability to develop and manage relationships with team members, funders, and within the service community.

Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.  We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@sus.org