Director of Facility Operations

Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC), located in Washington DC, seeks a Director of Facility Operations. Reporting to the Senior Director of Administration, this position is responsible for ensuring that all STC facilities and its structures, fixtures, equipment, utilities, and physical operations (other than IT) are maintained in a fully functional and effective condition. This position supervises support staff and coordinates with contractors/vendors to carry out all necessary administrative, maintenance, repair, custodial, and capital improvement activities. This individual acts as project manager for all facility related renovation and improvement projects and acts as company representative/liaison to facility landlords, contractors, or other agents regarding facility affairs. They coordinate with Rentals and Events, Development, and Front of House staff to ensure that venues for all events and productions are properly prepared.

The Director of Facility Operations manages the Theatre Building Engineer, and custodial, events, and repair personnel. Also co-manages the Operations and IT Coordinator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating with vendors and contractors as needed to ensure the upkeep, cleaning, repair and maintenance of all five spaces; attending to the building appearance and structure, maintaining the HVAC, appliances, plumbing, electrical and any other non IT related items associated with the operations of STC facilities; developing, implementing and monitoring capital and other projects designed to upgrade, renovate and improve facilities, and implementing programs to maintain these upgrades; overseeing the security and safety of all buildings, including the tracking and distribution of keys, and maintaining the security of building locks and alarm systems, ensuring the application of OSHA guidelines for all company activities, and acting as a key member of the Safety committee. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and an annual salary of $83,000 - $90,000.

The successful candidate will have an associate degree or bachelor’s degree with a focus on business administration, technical, or management areas, or four years of related experience and/or training. Facility Management certification preferred. Prior supervisory experience is required, including high-level project management experience with the ability to manage broad scope as well as minute details. Intermediate skills required include Microsoft Office suite, a working knowledge of architectural, electrical, and mechanical systems, and a working knowledge of leases, contracts and related documents. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational and analytical skills are required, as well as the ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous communication. Advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles required. This position requires the use of stairs, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., and a valid driver’s license. This is a fully onsite position.