Facility Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts seeks an experienced Facility Manager to join its Operations Department to ensure the short- and long-term maintenance, security, and safety of Bemis Center’s facilities and grounds. Bemis Center’s campus includes a 5 story facility (100,000 sq ft) built in 1879; the Okada Sculpture & Ceramics Facility (9,000 sq ft) built in 1930; parking lot; and leased city property around the buildings such as streets and sidewalks.

The Facility Manager reports to the Operations Director. This position is a full-time, exempt position, which requires on-call duty and the flexibility to work varied hours as needed.

This is an opportunity to join an energetic and collegial staff at one of Omaha’s most unique arts organizations. Ideal candidates share our values of creativity, trust, courage, diversity, acceptance, and the open exchange of ideas and worldviews. We recognize opportunities in creative industries have historically excluded and continue to disproportionately exclude Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA people. We strongly encourage individuals with these identities to apply

About You :

Exceptional Problem-Solving Abilities : Quickly identifies and resolves issues, sometimes in fast-paced situations.

Excellent Communication Skills : Communicates clearly and timely with team members, management, vendors, and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Technical Knowledge : Familiar with building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and safety protocols.

Organizational and Time Management Skills : Prioritizes tasks efficiently, handling multiple projects and ensuring deadlines are met.

Attention to Detail : Thoroughly and routinely inspects and maintains facilities, identifying potential issues before they escalate.

Budgeting and Financial Awareness : Manages budgets effectively, optimizing resources and controlling costs.

Customer Service Orientation : Responds promptly to facility needs and creates a positive environment for occupants and visitors.

Adaptability and Flexibility : Adjusts to changing needs, schedules, and emergencies with a calm, solution-oriented mindset.

Knowledge of Safety Standards and Compliance : Understands and enforces relevant health, safety, and building regulations.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

Proactively manage facility maintenance and keep detailed records for equipment, interiors, exteriors, parking lots, and sidewalks

Conduct basic maintenance and repairs including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, etc,. and / or hire outside vendors if needed

Ensure janitorial cleaning, safety, and general upkeep meet the highest standards possible in order to provide a safe and secure environment for staff and guests

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations by conducting routine inspections, maintaining accurate regulatory documentation as required, and regularly updating OSHA-related maintenance checklists and records

Oversee the safe and proper maintenance of department equipment and tools, including coordinating repairs and / or replacement

Regularly inspect and maintain fire and emergency safety equipment

Respond and immediately resolve security systems or grounds issues

Assist in the management and / or coordination of all facility improvement and construction projects

Ensure appropriate collection and disposal of waste / recycling / compost, including hazardous items as needed

Conduct set-up, breakdown, and clean-up for monthly public programs, annual events, and other activities

Create and adhere to annual budget by managing expenses

Requirements

An associate degree in Facility Management, technical training in building maintenance, or a trade degree in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing is required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Minimum 3-7 years experience as a supervisor or facility manager or related profession, preferably in the context of a small to medium-sized arts organization or other nonprofit organization

Minimum 3-7 years experience conducting repairs and renovations including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, etc.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in staff management, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation

Experience in training and managing OSHA and other hazard and safety policies

Proficient in facility management technical operations including HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, structural maintenance, fire safety and security systems, specialized equipment, and energy efficiency

Experience using Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Suite products, Microsoft applications including Excel

Ability to have a flexible work schedule, including occasional evening and weekends

Must have a valid driving license and personal vehicle for use

A successful reference and criminal background check are required

Working Conditions

Combination office and shop environments with standard hours, typically Monday to Friday

Occasionally outdoors and / or non-temperature controlled areas

Evenings and weekends are required in the instance of facility emergencies, security alarm calls, public programs, and special events

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving through the facility

Must be able to repeatedly lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs without assistance, with ability to lift up to 100 lbs. as necessary with assistance

Capability to climb ladders, work at various heights, and access confined spaces as needed

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead to complete maintenance tasks

Strong manual dexterity for handling tools, equipment, and performing detailed repairs

Adequate vision and hearing to perform inspections and safely operate machinery

Capacity to work in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions

Ability to wear protective equipment (e.g., hard hats, gloves, safety glasses) as required

Compensation

This is a salaried position, based on knowledge, skills, and experience. The salary range is $50,000–$60,000 and includes our standard benefit package, including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, and paid vacation.

How to apply

If interested, please submit a one-page cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@bemiscenter.org with Facility Manager in the subject line.

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Company Description

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts facilitates the creation, presentation, and understanding of contemporary art through an international residency program, exhibitions, and educational programs. Since 1981, Bemis Center has provided artists from around the world with dedicated time, space, and resources to conduct research and to create new work. To date, more than 1,500 artists have exhibited at Bemis or participated in Bemis’s world-renowned residency program. Exhibitions are always free, open to the public, and frequently introduce the community of Omaha to the most experimental and provocative art forms today.

Company Description

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts facilitates the creation, presentation, and understanding of contemporary art through an international residency program, exhibitions, and educational programs. Since 1981, Bemis Center has provided artists from around the world with dedicated time, space, and resources to conduct research and to create new work. To date, more than 1,500 artists have exhibited at Bemis or participated in Bemis’s world-renowned residency program. Exhibitions are always free, open to the public, and frequently introduce the community of Omaha to the most experimental and provocative art forms today.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000