Senior Facilities Services Manager

As a Facilities Services Manager at Bezos Academy, you will oversee the services needed to support the physical upkeep, maintenance, and compliance of our buildings across multiple states as we build a multi-state network of tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools. You will be responsible for addressing any repairs, safety or licensing concerns, recurring preventative maintenance, and capital improvement projects at our locations to ensure they are supported and equipped to operate with a high degree of efficiency. You will maximize available resources, develop high-quality solutions, and create robust service provider (vendors, landlords, etc.) relationships.

Your work will help school leaders adopt and sustain best practices, including those being implemented network-wide. You will maintain close communication with your schools by routinely checking in, conducting regular onsite inspections, and being available when issues arise to ensure service needs are met. Additionally, you will act as a key liaison when we launch new preschool sites, ensuring a smooth handover to the education team following the completion of school construction projects.

With your exceptional attention to detail in systems, policies, and procedures within dynamic environments, you will deliver exemplary service and communication to school leaders, regional support teams, and the students, teachers, and families we serve. Bring your passion for our mission to life as you provide essential facility support in our pursuit of operational excellence.

LOCATION

• Seattle, WA or Phoenix, AZ, within drivable distance (1 hour of standard traffic) of a Bezos Academy preschool.
• Relocation support is available for those willing to move to Seattle, WA.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt (salaried) position.
• The full salary range for this position in applicable geographies is $85,000 - $157,000 per year. The upper portion of the salary range is typically reserved for employees who have been in the role for multiple years and have demonstrated strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience; during the interview process, candidates will learn the starting salary range applicable for their location.
• This role includes 15 paid days of vacation, 4 days of paid personal time off, 7 paid days of sick (care) time, 9 paid holidays, 5 paid days off for an organization-wide winter break, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, paid parental leave, an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care, and more. Please see here for details

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Eight or more years of professional experience, with five or more years of multi-site (5+) facilities management or facilities engineering experience, and general working knowledge of building systems
• Experience independently managing projects, working cross-functionally, building relationships, and coordinating work performed at multiple locations, including the ability to troubleshoot and triage requests virtually
• Experience identifying, coordinating, and supervising service professionals and tradespeople, including both defining and upholding service level agreements (SLAs) with third party vendors
• Prior experience using computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) and project management software (MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet, etc.)
• Valid state driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and no prior violations on motor vehicle records check
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including some national travel
• Upon hire, ability to complete additional training, meet eligibility requirements, and clear background checks as required by state and county regulators of childcare providers in each state in which Bezos Academy operates preschools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven knowledge of facility management national trends and current best practices
• Working knowledge of International Fire Code, OSHA, and other state and federal safety regulations
• Experience working within the educational sector
• Strong personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and experience building relationships across lines of difference
• Strong written and oral communication skills

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