Job Type: Regular The RAND Corporation currently seeks a dynamic Facilities Specialist to join our Facilities Services & Operations team in Santa Monica under the direction of the Facilities Manager. The Facilities Specialist will play a key role in the development and supervision of support services and activities for the Facilities Services & Operations department -this role provides support for operational services in a fast paced, dynamic, challenging and rewarding environment. Duties Support mail services, move services, visitor services, offsite storage, office supplies, Service Desk, Telephone Operator Services and Transportation Management Develop, improve, and maintain key processes and procedures, tools, metrics and systems for facility operations and work management Work with the Santa Monica Facilities Manager as well as other Facilities staff at other sites, in conjunction with other departments to effectively complete challenging, time critical construction, renovation and project initiatives throughout the office Gather, collect, record, track and verify data and information from multiple sources. Compile, review and analyze data to maintain metrics in support of business decisions Prepare and review status reports on space utilization and assure space plans are accurate within the CAFM system Undergo Employee Transportation Coordinator certification to conduct and prepare annual commuter survey Create purchase requisitions, develop RFPs, and approve & prepare invoices for processing Liaise with outside vendors and assure quality service and support is being provided Create strong partnerships with Security and Safety, Conference Services, Information Services, Research Administration Organization, Researchers, and other groups in support of the RAND mission Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications A “can do / creative” attitude with a strong, make a positive difference work ethic PC proficient, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Visio are highly preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Work order management system experience Strong customer service skills Able to work flexible hours (including some evenings and weekends) Must have a valid Driver’s License Education High School Education and/or GED is required Bachelor's degree preferred but not required Experience At least 3 to 5 years relevant experience required. Security Clearance Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance at the Secret level is required. Location Santa Monica Positions Open One *RAND* Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet