Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Company: University Of Michigan
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can be hybrid although it is mostly carried out in person at the Museum of Art in Ann Arbor. Evening and weekend work is required. In deciding whether to apply for a position at UMMA, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Commitment to Anti-Racist Action and a More Inclusive Museum.
www. umma. umich. edu/blm Responsibilities 50% - Building Maintenance We are open to the public for over 50 hours a week and have classes in the building Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00. The original building is over 100 years old and the addition was constructed in 2008. You will manage the ongoing, daily needs of the facility including building-related requests and repairs
working with UM Plant departments. Elevator Shop HVAC Security Systems Lighting Plumbing / Electrical Pest Control 25% - Events and Rentals We host many UMMA events including exhibition openings and donor events.
We also rent the facility to other UM departments and individuals for weddings or large events. Oversee all UMMA Events and Facilities Rentals You will manage the UMMA Assistant Facilities Manager who coordinates events and rentals at UMMA Collaborate with food service vendors to ensure that catering events are handled according to customer specifications while observing UMMA procedures 15% - Building Use We produce 10-15 exhibitions each year and you will support the curatorial
team by preparing the galleries for exhibition installation. Manage access to the building, offices, and storage areas Organize multi-faceted projects requiring the coordination of detailed facts, figures, and timelines Coordinate internal office relocations including the set-up of furniture, equipment, cleaning, and painting You are the liaison with the University's Department of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) and the University of Michigan Housekeeping.
10% - Building Safety We pride ourselves on our safety record with yearly life safety inspections by the UM Environmental Health and Safety Department. You will ensure the safety of the Museum of Art staff, visitors, and art observing regulations, policies, and museum industry standards.
Ensure the security of building, occupants, and contents through the review of building security systems, card-key software, and adherence to security rules for entry and egress Ensure adherence to regulations, building safety procedures, perform safety audits, and implement corrective measures You will educate and train staff on building-related and safety procedures Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in facilities management or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years experience in institutional or facilities management with an emphasis on project coordination and implementation 2+ years experience working with building maintenance and a knowledge of issues that arise 2+ years experience in event management Customer-service oriented attitude A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion - link to our commitment to anti-racist action U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PDN-9ae1e2b4-33ec-4500-ae80-294366377dd4
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