Facility Manager

Yellowstone Art Museum is seeking a Facility Manager to manage their facilities, support public programs, and assist the Curatorial team with installations.

In This Role You Will

• Proactively maintain building systems in good order and anticipate major maintenance needs.
• Work closely with the Executive Director and Finance Director to plan and budget all maintenance projects.
• Oversee the security staff to ensure a safe environment for people and art.
• Function as a key member of the Building and Grounds Committee.
  
  

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 based on experience level.

Minimum Skills And Qualifications

• B.A. and three years' relevant facility management and/or hands-on curatorial experience preferred.
• A general understanding of building systems is required.
• Strong professional relationships with local and regional service providers.
• Design ability a plus; creativity and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Excellent rough and finished carpentry skills, experience with hand and power tools.
• Manual dexterity and a careful, prudent approach to tasks.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CAD programs as required and available.
• A valid Montana driver's license.
• A desire to understand museum environments and their unique needs.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Boiler's license is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of museum practices and standards preferred.
• Experience and training in proper care, handling, and transport of art, and knowledge of artists' materials and methods are preferred.
  
  

Duties May Include But Are Not Limited To

• Supervise the museum's facilities, overseeing contract services and ensuring cost-effective maintenance and operation of the buildings and grounds.
• Act as primary liaison with building maintenance contractors.
• Prepare and maintain calendar of regular maintenance activities, including grounds and interior maintenance, as well as a repair log for all building systems and improvements.
• Maintain updated building plans and redline drawings for all buildings and system upgrades.
• Attain a basic knowledge of the buildings' systems to ensure the safety and longevity of the building and its equipment.
• Perform minor building repairs.
• Maintain high standards in the appearance and operation of the building and grounds, including regular landscaping responsibilities.
• Responsibilities also include the maintenance and operation of all café equipment.
• In consultation with the Senior Curator, oversee technical preparation of galleries for installation.
• Organize the woodshop and equipment storage areas so that tools and materials can be located as needed.
• Oversee the museum's security personnel.
• Manage and maintain Key Authorization forms and staff building keys.
• Add and remove staff from alarm panels and key contact lists as needed.
  
  

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references (will not be contacted without advance permission), salary expectations, and a writing sample to: adminassist@artmuseum.org

Only complete applications will be reviewed, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls please.

Equal Opportunity Employer.