Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12231P

Working Title Facilities Manager

Department Law School-General

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

• Standard Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
• Occasional evenings and weekends required

Advertised Salary $50,000- $54,000

Posting Date 06/11/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title Facilities Management Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Facilities Manager position involves a dual focus between facilities management and event coordination in a fast-paced environment. This individual serves as a Facilities Manager for all Law School buildings, resources, and employees. This role will coordinate events with the Law School Events team, and assist as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software, specifically Microsoft Suite, Excel, Word, etc.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality and a high degree of discretion.
• Independent and creative, skilled at planning, and enjoy working in a variety of environments, with a variety of faculty, staff, and students.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on an intermittent basis.
• Frequently move and walk about inside the building to access rooms, sometimes in uneven terrain in varying light conditions.
• Frequently ascend/descend stairs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Facilities Management: Building Maintenance

• Submit maintenance work orders and assist others as needed.
• Periodically, do a building walk through including all classrooms, public areas, restrooms, hallways, and outside areas and request any necessary repairs (i.e., broken chairs in classrooms).
• Facilities Management staff: consult with building supervisor as needed.
• Ensure offices for new faculty are ready (paint, carpet, furniture, telephone) and contact law computing services regarding computer needs.
• Ensure building readiness and cleanliness for all law school events.
• Oversee surplus property management.
• Serve as point person during any renovations that may take place.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Facilities Management: Building Security

• Serve as liaison with UGA Police.
• Manage electronic lock system for law facilities.
• Coordinate building access and security for all special events at the law school.
• Maintain, distribute, and reorder room keys for law facilities.
• Supervisor security and safety staff and student workers.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Facilities Management: Logistics

• Determine Law School space allocations for departmental offices, faculty office assignments, and other staff space assignments.
• Organize, schedule, facilitate office moves. Work with FMD or other suppliers to move furniture and equipment, telephones, data lines, and re-key doors when necessary.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Event Support

• Coordinate event details with the Law School Events team and assist as requested.
• Make room reservations and provide confirmations.
• Process check requests on a timely basis and provide guests list for these check requests when needed.
• Set up small events such as, but not limited to faculty lunches.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Facilities Management: Inventory

• Complete annual UGA Property Control equipment inventory by due date each year.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name UGA School of Law Budget Office

Recruitment Contact Email LawBudget@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents