Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Department Summary:

Student Life Facilities partners with Housing, Dining, University Unions, Recreational Sports, and other units within Student Life to provide exceptional residential, recreational and learning experiences for students at the University of Michigan.  There are approximately 290 employees working in Student Life Facilities.   The Student Life building and infrastructure portfolio consists of 3 university unions, 9 residential dining halls, 18 retail locations, 18 residence halls for approximately 9500 undergraduates, and apartments for approximately 1500 graduate students and their families.  Student Life Facilities is composed of 4 Directors who have distinct roles with Daily Operations, Capital Projects, and Trades & System Management. The Goal of Student Life Facilities is for all infrastructure to always work as intended.

Position Summary:

The Building Facilities Manager (BFM) supervises and coordinates a staff of direct reports who provide for the general cleanliness and maintenance of a residential building or complex.  The position may require some evening and weekend hours. BFMs have budgetary oversight and responsibility for facilities related functions, including a labor line item.  This total amount depends upon the size of the building. The focus is on total building management and BFMs are expected to collaborate with a wide variety of department and university partners, including Residence Education, Living Learning Communities, the Housing Information Office, Housing Information Technology, Housing Security, Conference Management Services, Michigan Dining, Occupational Safety and Environmental Health, Auxiliary Capital Projects, Trades and Systems Management, University Unions, North Campus Operations and Logistics and the Physical Plant.  The ability to use current and emerging technology related to facilities management is a key to success.  The BFM and his or her team support a living learning environment that sustains student success. Student Life Facilities  leadership and staff are expected to demonstrate positive and courteous relationships with parents, guardians, and residents. 

This is a posting for three openings for Building Facilities Managers in Student Life Facilities. One opening is in Student Life Facilities Central, and two openings are in Student Life Facilities North.

Responsibilities*

Management//Supervision 60%

Administration 20%

Quality Assurance 15%

Collateral Assignments/Delegated areas 5%

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Position Responsibilities Criteria (leadership and behavioral qualities expected in this position):

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Direct Reports:

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.  

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this position.

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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