Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Assistant Facilities Manager assists in all aspects of operation and maintenance of the Pershing Square Signature Center. Working closely with rentals, production, IT and Front of House, the Assistant Facilities Manager helps ensure facilities policies and procedures are incorporated effectively into all activities throughout the Center. 

About Signature

Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home, producing three to four productions annually. In 2005 Signature began its groundbreaking Signature Ticket Initiative, providing affordable tickets to all of its productions. In 2012, Signature opened The Pershing Square Signature Center, the Frank Gehry-designed 75,000 square foot Center featuring three theatres, two rehearsal studios, a central, public lobby with a café and bookstore, as well as administrative offices. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community, and access are strongly encouraged to apply.
 

Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities. All employees of Signature Theatre have a responsibility to be active in the institution's continued commitment to its Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility values and goals. Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signaturetheatre.org

Responsibilities

• Help to ensure all building systems remain in peak condition through weekly, monthly, and bi-monthly maintenance. 
• Manage facilities day-to-day operations, including acting as a liaison between departments during events and rentals, managing crowd control, Safety protocols and anticipating crowd behavior.
• Manage contractor and vendor relationships, including projects and maintenance scheduling for HVAC, BMS, electrical systems, plumbing, security, elevators, waste, cleaning, and fire safety systems. 
• Manage vendor relationships for Front of House spaces, including Café Bar and kitchen preventative maintenance needs. 
• Monitor and check work of third-party vendors and hourly personnel to ensure high standards are maintained.
• Maintain a Fire Life Safety Director certification from the FDNY and help lead Pershing Square Signature Center’s fire safety efforts 
• Respond to off-hours emergencies, reporting onsite when necessary; including natural disasters (e.g. floods, earthquakes, hurricanes) and/or potential neighborhood emergencies, such as bomb threats and riots. 
• Provide on-call support outside regular Center hours to address HVAC, fire alarm, and security needs.
• Assist the Director of Operations with management of construction and capital projects as needed.
• Assess HVAC needs for production schedules, administrative offices, and rentals/events.

Required Skills/Abilities

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

2. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

3. Organizational skills and attention to detail

4. Time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines

5. Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills with an eye for detail

6. Ability to learn and convey technical information to a non-technical audience

7. Ability to function well in a high pace and at times stressful environment

8. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software

Educational/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of experience working in a large, multi-use facility

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements include ability to walk, carry, crawl, climb, kneel and lift at least 50 lbs.

If hired Training and Certificates to Obtain Include

1. F-95 Fire & Life Safety Director

2. F-03 Certificate of Fitness for Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel

3. S-95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems

4. Sexual Harassment

5. Code of Conduct

6. EDIA Commitment Review

7. OSHA

Compensation

This is a full-time salaried exempt position, with compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this role is $66,300-68,300 on an annualized basis. Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate in tax-saving flexible spending, commuter and 401(k) plan

Application Instructions

All applicants must apply through Paylocity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, affectional preference, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, disability, genetic predisposition, age, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.