Job title: Facilities Manager Salary range: $28,000 Contact: Bryan Suereth, Executive Director External posting URL: disjecta.org, craigslist, racc.org Deadlines: Application: March 20, 2015; decision: Apr 1, 2015 Cover letter and resume to: bryan@disjecta.org with subject “Facilities Manager” Job description: The Facilities Manager oversees physical plant maintenance, event management, gallery installation and tenant services at Disjecta’s 18,000-square-foot facility in the Kenton neighborhood. Duties: • • • • • • • • • Management of internal and external events including rental exhibitions, performances and other functions such as parties, weddings, fundraisers and corporate events Point of contact for rental clients and project partners (including budgeting/bidding and scheduling of events) Event management (staffing) for internal and external events Installation and de-installation of event equipment and artwork, including theatrical lighting, sound equipment and other specialty rigging Working with Gallery Manager to coordinate installation of work and calendar Managing the functioning of building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety and maintenance of buildings and grounds. Gardening, mowing and maintenance of Clyde Park, Disjecta’s open space Act as primary contact to studio rental tenants for maintenance and facilities concerns Work with Executive Director to supervise internal improvements and/or manage contractor work on facility renovation projects Qualifications: • • • • • Candidate should have working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems Candidate should have excellent working knowledge of AV equipment and technology for events, performances and artwork installations Gallery preparator experience strongly preferred, including painting, sheetrock repair, art installation and miscellaneous gallery maintenance skills Prior budgeting experience and strong math skills Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills • Ability to work with minimal supervision, strong problem solving skills and a high tolerance for last minute changes, unique circumstances and unreasonable demands Prior experience in facilities or event management or in a gallery or performance environment is preferred but not required. This position requires a high degree of schedule flexibility since most events are evenings and weekends, while tenant services and routine maintenance must be performed during business hours. Please send cover letter outlining skills/experience and submit resumé for consideration.
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