Dartmouth College is hiring: Library Facilities Manager in Hanover

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date : 12 / 18 / 2024

Closing date :

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Number : 1011224

Position Title : Library Facilities Manager

Department this Position Reports to : Library, Administration

Hiring Range Minimum : $61,900

Hiring Range Maximum : $77,300

Union Type : DCLWU

SEIU Level : Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status : Exempt

Employment Category : Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year : 12

Scheduled Hours per Week : 40

Schedule :

Location of Position :

Hanover, NH

Berry 162

Remote Work Eligibility? : Onsite only

Is this a term position? : No

If yes, length of term in months. : N / A

Is this a grant funded position? : No

Position Purpose :

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Libraries for Research and Learning provides facilities, security, and emergency planning management for the Baker-Berry, Rauner, and Sherman Libraries, and the Library Collections and Services Facility. Serves as the Libraries' project manager for renovation and construction projects. Keeps library staff and key stakeholders updated on any facility-related changes and projects. Creates and maintains a welcoming environment by embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and practices into their work whenever applicable.

This is a fully onsite position.

Description :

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp : Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

• Three years experience with facilities management, procedures, and principles
• Substantial project and space management experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting competing deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications :

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries : Jennifer Taxman

Department Contact Phone Number : 603-646-2237

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title : Jennifer Taxman, Associate Dean of Libraries for Research and Learning

Department Contact's Phone Number : 603-646-2237

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check :

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and / or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? : Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

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Key Accountabilities

Description :

Develops and implements policies, procedures, and programs essential for maintaining library facilities. Works closely with Facilities Operations & Management, Project Management Services, Safety & Security, and outside contractors to investigate, evaluate, prioritize and coordinate maintenance, renovations, construction, and long-term projects. Manages the procurement of furnishings and building signage. Places service requests and tracks the progress of work orders; obtains cost estimates when needed and sees work orders through to a timely completion.

Percentage Of Time : 40%

Description :

Serve as the Libraries' project manager for facilities projects. Participates in long-term strategic planning with senior library administration on renovation and construction projects; implements, oversees, and provides updates about the projects; ensures that library-funded projects stay within budget; leads assessment after project completion.

Percentage Of Time : 30%

Description :

Oversees the security of the Libraries' facilities, manages access control and programming for a complicated building complex. Identifies and documents facilities-related risk management issues and problems and follows through to ensure that all potential liability problems are addressed. Collaborates with the Hood Museum on security of artwork in the buildings.

Percentage Of Time : 15%

Description :

Serves on the campus Emergency Planning Group, disseminating information to Library administration and staff as needed. Leads the Libraries' (non-collection related) emergency / disaster planning processes and documentation and organizes staff training. Performs regular reviews to ensure response readiness and effectiveness.

Percentage Of Time : 10%

Description :

Serves on committees and task forces as appropriate. Stays up to date on current practices in library / museum facilities and security management through professional publications, contact with colleagues at other institutions, and attending professional meetings and conferences.

Percentage Of Time : 5%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned

Salary : $77,300