Facilities Manager

Summary

Seeking a part-time Facilities Manager for Houghton Hall Arts Community, a multi-room facility located in the Midtown/NoMad area. Employee will be responsible for handling day-to-day operational and technical tasks, managing vendors and other 3rd party contractors, helping keep the space in compliance, and completing improvement and maintenance projects. An ideal candidate thrives in a start-up environment and is willing to share their own ideas and have input on how to find solutions. This position will initially be part-time and temporary, with the possibility of extension after six months.

Houghton Hall Arts Community is a project of the Church of the Transfiguration.  As such, the standards of inclusivity, accessibility, and compassion are at its core. An historical institution that has been welcoming the theater community since 1848, the Church of the Transfiguration prides itself on fostering a supportive, nurturing environment where everybody is treated with respect and kindness.

Salary and Benefits

Part-time hourly. $25-30/hour, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

Operational

• Ensure all H.H.A.C. and Church spaces are clean and user-ready at all times.
• Create and maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades
• Work with the Managing Director and Rector to recommend and implement space such improvements and upgrades
• Build and maintain relationships with anchor tenants

Management

• Act as the point of contact for all 3rd party vendors and contractors
• Create and maintain portfolios, including contracts and deliverables for all 3rd party vendors and contractors
• Hire and manage ad hoc contractors/overhires as needed
• Work with and oversee current staff to prioritize maintenance of the physical campus

Administrative

• Assist the Managing Director in keeping H.H.A.C. compliant with all relevant codes and laws
• Assist the H.H.A.C. Managing Director and Rector with project budgets
• Correspond effectively with H.H.A.C. and Church of the Transfiguration staff

Qualifications

• Project management experience is a must
• Ability to perform light labor (lift up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be self-motivated and able to problem-solve under pressure
• A working knowledge of Google platforms (Gmail, GDrive, etc)
• Occasional Saturday, Sunday, and evening availability
• Excellent communication skills, in-person and in writing
• A positive attitude
• Desire to work with a collaborative team
• Background in technical theater and/or building management is preferred
• Fire guard or similar compliance experience is a plus
• Multi-lingual is a plus

To Apply

Please send resume and cover letter to scarlet@houghtonhallarts.org