Facilities Manager

Seattle, Washington

Full Time

Seattle Waldorf School

Facilities Manager

Job Category: Operations

Opening Statement

Seattle Waldorf School is seeking an individual with strong facilities awareness and aptitude, emerging from current experience in a similar role; or, working in this realm, gaining expertise and ready to move into management. We are looking for someone who can work effectively independently and as part of a team. We need a leader who understands best practices in facilities, safety, and risk management and who is passionate about their work. Additionally, we are looking for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education.

About

Who We Are: At Seattle Waldorf School, students become creative problem-solvers—imaginative thinkers who journey toward intellectual excellence, human compassion, and artistic skill. Our modern curriculum is rooted in tradition—for children 18 months to 14 years. We lead students on a joyful journey that fosters critical thinking, synthesis, and creativity. At Seattle Waldorf School we are committed to creating a community that is inclusive for all faculty, staff, families and students, especially those who have been impacted by racism and oppression, and to create a culture that supports racial equity by changing our existing systems and practices.

Our Mission: Daily we strive to inspire learning, courage, and joy in the developing human being.

Essential Job Duties

Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, manage the smooth and safe operation of Seattle Waldorf School’s two campuses, which include a combination of commercial and residential buildings and outdoor spaces. In June 2024, the school will be closing one of the three campuses. Ensure the safety of the facilities and lead the emergency preparedness of the institution. This position is both hands-on and supervisory.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Evidence of project management experience
2+ years supervisory experience preferred
Experience in a Waldorf school preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively
Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills, and ability to understand blueprints and schematic drawings
Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Strong attention to detail, ability to quickly assess the needs of a situation, and respond effectively with an understanding of diplomacy in emerging situations
Effective, collaborative team member with ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff, and able to operate independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work in person around core weekday school hours and be available for facilities emergencies outside of school hours
Possessing a level of cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an inclusive and equitable community
Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows, Google Suite, common automated systems for record-keeping, and confidently learn new technology
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to independently travel between Kinderhaus and Meadowbrook campuses
Ability to traverse uneven ground, navigate stairs and/or inclines, and discern visual hazards such as traffic, status of equipment, and facility maintenance needs
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in a moderately noisy environment
Flexibility, maturity, and a sense of humor

Employment Details

Please see our Benefits Summary which outlines the generous insurance, leave, and other benefits provided for SWS Administration

To Apply

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Thank you for your interest in Seattle Waldorf School and this position. Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please. www.seattlewaldorf.org