Facilities Manager

About New York Junior Tennis & Learning and the Cary Leeds Center:

New York Junior Tennis and Learning (NYJTL) at the Cary Leeds Center is a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of youth through tennis and education in the Bronx, New York. Our state-of-the-art facility provides a nurturing environment where children and teenagers from diverse backgrounds can develop both athletically and academically.

At NYJTL, we believe in the power of sports to instill important life skills such as teamwork, resilience, and discipline. Through our comprehensive tennis programs and integrated educational support, we empower youth to reach their full potential on and off the court. Named after tennis legend Cary Leeds, our center embodies our commitment to excellence and innovation in youth development. Join us in our mission to inspire the next generation of leaders and make a lasting impact on our community.

Position Summary

As the Facility Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the maintenance, repair and upkeep of our facilities to ensure they meet the highest of standards of quality and safety. You will lead a team responsible for daily operations, maintenance tasks, and facility improvements at the Cary Leeds Center.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections to identify areas needing repair or improvement and develop action plans accordingly.
• Manage daily maintenance and upkeep of facilities, including buildings, machinery, courts, physical plants, landscaping, and equipment.
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and service providers for repairs, installations, and maintenance projects.
• Ensure compliance with building safety codes, fire safety standards, and regulatory requirements set forth by relevant authorities.
• Oversee large-scale capital improvement projects, including assessments, proposals, and execution.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of facility infrastructure and equipment.
• Manage budgets for repair and maintenance activities, optimizing resources while maintaining quality standards.
• Provide leadership and training to maintenance staff to ensure they perform at the highest level.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and excellence within the maintenance team.
• On call 24-hours/7-days a week, responsive to all emergency calls, and notify appropriate authorities and/or take appropriate actions.

**Note: ** This is not intended as a complete list of duties. Other responsibilities, as may be reasonably required, will form part of your job description.

Qualifications

• Building Superintendent experience, preferably 5 years.
• Previous supervisory experience, managing a team for 5 years.
• Proficiency in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and basic construction.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes and regulations.
• Experience in leading commercial construction projects.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle emergency situations.
• Valid driver's license required.
• S-95 Certificate of Fitness Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems required.
• CPR/AED certification preferred.
• F-89 Fire Life and Safety Director/T-89 Temporary Fire Life and Safety Director preferred.
• NYC DOB Construction Superintendent License preferred.

Ideal Candidate

• You have a hands-on attitude and lead-by-example leadership style, able to motivate others to perform at their best.
• You possess an impressive attention to detail with an anticipatory outlook, ensuring thoroughness and foresight in all tasks.
• You are a solid communicator, both verbal and written, capable of effectively conveying ideas and instructions to others while fostering a collaborative environment.

This position reports directly to the General Manager and the Chief Financial Officer.

Job Type

Full-Time

In-Person

Salary Range

$70,000 – $85,000

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan

NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.