Rice University · 1 day ago
GSCS Facilities Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$63K/yr - $63K/yr
3+ years expRice University is a prestigious institution located in Houston, Texas, known for its commitment to academic excellence and community values. The Facilities Manager will coordinate daily building operations, oversee staff, manage maintenance requests, and ensure a high-quality experience for users of the Anderson-Clarke Center.
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Responsibilities
Manage and oversee building maintenance
Receive, process, coordinate, track, and review the completion of service and maintenance requests
Ensure work is performed in a timely, accurate, and complete manner
Supervise the work of assigned employees and conduct performance reviews
Supervise events if needed
Monitor assigned budget and invoices
Perform all other duties as assigned
Organize, manage, and complete special projects as assigned by the Executive Director of Operations
Help implement policies and procedures related to building operations
Review and guide OPS staff on maintaining classroom technology and staff computer inventory
Assess training needs and may develop associated training, including providing end-user technical guidance or direct support
Serve as space reservationist for all GSCS courses, programs, and department activities
Assume primary departmental access control coordinator responsibilities, granting interior and exterior door access, developing templates, and setting door schedules
Oversee all aspects of both internal Rice events and external events, including space, setups, and equipment rentals
Establish pricing for internal and external rentals
Qualification
Required
Associate Degree
3+ years of experience in academic facility management and classroom scheduling systems
Supervises, leads, and manages teams and projects
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent leadership, decision-making, and judgment skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
Solid knowledge in facility management
Exhibits proactive behaviors and leads by example
Ability to interact and collaborate with individuals across campus
Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy, patience, and tact
Attention to detail with the ability to see implications for the bigger picture
Moderate repair knowledge and proper use of associated tools and equipment
Moderate knowledge of audio/video systems
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects with competing priorities, meet deadlines, and manage short- and long-term project plans
Working knowledge of applications such as Excel, Word, and project management tools
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience in managing academic/public-facing facilities
Knowledge of AV systems and basic computer/software troubleshooting
Advanced knowledge of room reservation systems
Knowledge of registration systems
Company
Rice University
Rice University is a private research university that focuses on providing undergraduate education services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.9MKey Investors
National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUS Department of Energy
2024-09-19Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $18M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Medlock
James A Baker III and Susan G Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics
Kyle Judah
Executive Director, Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Lilie)
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