Posting Number: S12084P
Working Title: FACILITIES COORDINATOR
Department: VPI-Gwinnett Graduate Programs
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department: The University of Georgia Gwinnett Campus is a highly accessible and vibrant center of advanced learning for non-traditional and working professionals in the greater Atlanta and northeast Georgia area. Students at UGA Gwinnett have the opportunity to earn an advanced degree from the University of Georgia, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. UGA Gwinnett offers 11 graduate degree programs, as well as certificate programs and professional development opportunities. The academic programs at UGA Gwinnett provide students with low student-to-faculty ratios, which allows personalized instruction from highly qualified faculty.
To help students keep pace with their professional careers and families, the campus offers an accommodating schedule of night and Saturday classes and a broad range of student support services. UGA-Gwinnett is a full-service campus; offering 60,000 square feet of instructional and support space, including access to computer labs, library and study rooms, as well as student services.
College/Unit/Department website: gwinnett.uga.edu
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Mon., Wed., Thurs.: 7 AM–4 PM
Fri.: 10 AM–7 PM, Sat.: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Off Tuesday and Sunday. Some flexibility to work evenings.
Advertised Salary: $57,626
Posting Date: 05/15/2024
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 07/01/2024
Location of Vacancy: Gwinnett County
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Classification Title: Facilities Management Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications: Facilities experience in higher education. Experience troubleshooting A/V equipment.
Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing facilities-related support for UGA and non-UGA educational activities and events (academic, continuing education, community and corporate). The position is responsible for upkeep, cleanliness, and facility preparedness for academic and non-academic classes and events on the Gwinnett Campus.
This position works a schedule of Monday, Wedesday, Thursday: 7:00AM–4:00PM, Friday 10AM–7PM, and Saturday 7:30AM–4:30PM. Tuesdays and Sundays off. Flexible hours may include nights if needed. Supports maintenance of UGA space and provides physical set-up and arrangements for event needs. This person also supports safety and security protocols on the Gwinnett Campus. This person is expected to provide first-responder support in the event of facilities-related emergencies.
This position provides general classroom support to faculty and staff and works collaboratively with other staff at the Gwinnett Campus. Consistently high levels of customer service skills are essential to this role. This position reports to the Assistant Director of the Gwinnett Campus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: • Knowledge of facilities management and maintenance.
• Windows/ MAC OS and applications, MS Office Suite, Print Management and knowledge of mobile devices.
• Technical and AV support experience
• Good communication and customer service skills and professional appearance and attitude.
Physical Demands: • Ability to move furniture and equipment up to 70 pounds shoulder height.
• Extensive bending, kneeling and stooping
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No
Is this a Position of Trust?: No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No
Does this position require a P-Card? : No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No
Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the .
Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .
Duties/Responsibilities: • Coordinates and participates in preventive maintenance and repairs of UGA space, including floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, locks, fixtures, and furniture.
• Coordinates and participates in the servicing, cleaning, and maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems, electrical fixtures, and other equipment.
• Inspects grounds, rooms, restrooms, and equipment, noting need for cleaning, repairs and replacements, and reports same to the Assistant Director.
Percentage of time: 40
Duties/Responsibilities: • Participates in the setting and arrangement of rooms for academic classes, trainings, meetings, and other special student and faculty functions.
• Conducts a daily preventive maintenance program to ensure the space is always clean and well-maintained for students and visitors.
• Cross-trains staff as requested; maintains adequate levels of janitorial and maintenance supplies; keeps records and prepares reports for benchmarks and tracking purposes.
Percentage of time: 30
Duties/Responsibilities: • When needed, assists end-users in the use of classroom AV/VTC technology incorporated into the multimedia symposiums.
• Provide basic AV troubleshooting for connection of peripherals to classroom systems, e.g. laptops, doccam, usb storage, etc.
Percentage of time: 10
Duties/Responsibilities: • Develops, maintains, and disseminate campus safety and security procedures.
• Arranges for annual training of the safety wardens for the campus, and ensures the campus remains up to date with UGA-required safety procedures.
• Enforces building and safety regulations.
Percentage of time: 10
Duties/Responsibilities: • Serves on the campus operations team, attends the weekly operations meeting, and assumes other duties as assigned by the campus Assistant Director.
Percentage of time: 10
Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Benjamin Hall
Recruitment Contact Email: bhall84@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 678-985-6802