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The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Summary:

The Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) provides complete and integrated planning and design services, construction management, building renewal, maintenance, and operations management to maintain the physical resources of the FAS campus

The Area Manager is responsible for facility management of 20+ buildings, 776,000 sq. ft. and an annual operational budget of 10+ million.  The building portfolio includes classrooms, administrative offices, faculty departments, library collections, research centers, and loading docks.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to Building Managers and Administrative Coordinators to support the portfolio
• Prepares and monitors annual building budgets (close, constant budget monitoring for all buildings/budgets and reporting to OPRP Finance)
• Establishes preventative maintenance programs; oversees processes needed for maintenance, emergency repairs, safety programs, and renovations. 
• Ability and skill set to understand building systems, projects, etc.  Request, work with, and understand what is being requested/quoted from vendors.
• Analyzes, plans, schedules, and manages multiple projects and renovations, including some capital projects.
• Reviews computer-based HVAC, security, and fire systems, monitors safety compliance, coordinates inspections, and ensures compliance with codes and regulations.  
• Directs and oversees the day-to-day activity of custodial staff, mail clerks, building trades, and numerous contractors to ensure timely, cost-effective, and correct completion of work.  
• Maintains the security of the buildings through proper attention to access control, security procedures, and the condition of locking devices.
• Responds to emergency situations as appropriate during both working and off-hours.
• Carries out programs of the Office of Physical Resources.

Working Conditions:  This is an on-campus critical position.

Physical Requirements:  Ability to perform daily physical activity, including walking to and from various buildings, climbing multiple sets of stairs, and walking from room to room on each floor to inspect the physical condition of the building
 

Basic Qualifications:

8+ years’ experience in the management of physical facilities, including vendor and/or staff supervision experience.  

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent communication skills; ability to assess needs, set priorities, and deal with stressful situations.  
• Computer skills necessary, including proficiency in work order systems, daily maintenance, invoice processing, budget, and payroll management. 
• Must enjoy working with students. 
• Experience in the management of physical facilities in a University setting preferred.  

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate:  The salary will be determined based on the position and the candidate’s relevant experience.
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal
• Other Information:  All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

About Harvard University

Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.

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