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Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) the Facilities Manager will work closely with all Kentucky College of Art + Design (KyCAD) faculty, staff, and students. The heart of this job involves working as part of a larger team to provide support to all facilities at KyCAD to help ensure effective and efficient practices throughout the organization. The major functions of this position are of facilities and administrative capacities.

Part II – Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, approve, and manage the routine maintenance, repair, remodel, minor renovations, and minor construction in the facilities; and sometimes, directly supervise or provide, the performance of emergency and routine maintenance on these facilities.
• Provide comprehensive technical project leadership, planning, coordination, and management oversight of the work involved in maintenance repair, remodel, minor renovations, and projects. Communicate information regarding project status to stakeholders, as necessary. Problem-solve various facility matters as they arise.
• Oversee company issues and ensure that problems are resolved follows-up with KyCAD community and external vendors on service calls and maintenance requests to ensure timely response to repairs and requests as appropriate.
• Support the KyCAD safety committee and work directly with the CFO as needed to write facilities procedures and implement Health & Safety procedures on campus
• Prepare a multi-year deferred maintenance plan and project plans; anticipate requirements for exceptional maintenance efforts, develop appropriate contingency plans to respond to those needs and other emergency conditions, remain available for on-call support for emergency responses, and assist with efforts to restore the environment to normalcy; reduce the likelihood of a disruption of services (I.e., heating, internet-Wi-Fi, water, cooling, electricity) provided to the facilities and assure around-the clock responsiveness to failures or emergency situations.
• Ensure that all service providers are provided appropriate direction, leadership, guidance, support, and that the work performance of service providers meet Corporation and College standards and expectations, and by spot-checking work in the field, evaluate the quality of the work performed.
• Assist with the development and documentation of minor renovations and minor construction; serve as a project manager for these projects.
• Serve as department liaison with other offices that provide direct facility services related to academics, student services, student studio's, metal, wood, and foundry shops, through clear, concise communication and a collaborative work approach.
• Embrace and enhance the college's culture to help ensure continued engagement, motivation, and drive.
• All other duties as assigned.

Part III – Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 3 years' experience in general building maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing, hvac, carpentry or paint trades experience
• Technical training, experience providing logistical support, repair or maintenance and work order process experience
• Familiarity with safety programs and OSHA guidelines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to lift 30lbs (approx.) and must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, evening and weekend work may be required
• An equivalent combination or education, training, and/or experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree (Project Management, preferred)
• Experience working in an Art College or University
• The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform the work as outlined in the position description and responsibilities sections above.

Part IV – Work Conditions

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing and moving institutional goals, priorities, and needs.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the Kentucky College of Art + Design or you have additional questions regarding this position, please contact Human Capital Management at hcm@kycad.org.

Any candidate offered a position will be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by KyCAD Human Capital. These screenings may include a national background check. If applicable, the candidate may also be required to complete Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) online training.

NOTE: All faculty, staff and students are required to provide vaccination status or complete bi-weekly COVID-19 testing (this requirement is subject to change).

About KyCAD: Founded in 2009, The Kentucky College of Art + Design is proud of its success. Core values and principles have helped to shape the institution and our work toward a mission to provide a transformational experience for our students.

As a new independent and licensed college offering a BFA in studio art, we are the only four-year independent college of Art and Design in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Please visit our website at https://www.kycad.org/ for more information about the College's history, mission, vision, and interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning for art and design.

The Kentucky College of Art + Design is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement (DEIB)

At the Kentucky College of Art + Design we value, appreciate, and respect the diversity of our faculty, staff, trustees, volunteers, and the students we are so privileged to serve. We work to maintain an inclusive environment at the heart of our campus. Our community understands and reflects the inherent dignity of the human person and respects all individuals accordingly.

Our culture of respect encompasses inclusion. We integrate the diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and skills inherent in every person to help us live our values, meet our organizational goals, and provide a pathway to a creative and productive life through an undergraduate education in the contemporary arts.