Facilities Supervisor

About The Shed

The Shed is a cultural institution of and for the 21st century. We produce and welcome innovative art and ideas, across all forms of creativity, to build a shared understanding of our rapidly changing world and a more equitable society. In our highly adaptable building on Manhattan's west side, The Shed brings together established and emerging artists to create new work in fields ranging from pop to classical music, painting to digital media, theater to literature, and sculpture to dance. We seek opportunities to collaborate with cultural peers and community organizations, work with like-minded partners, and provide unique spaces for private events. As an independent non-profit that values invention, equity, and generosity, we are committed to advancing art forms, addressing the urgent issues of our time, and making our work impactful, sustainable, and relevant to the local community, the cultural sector, New York City, and beyond.

About the Position 

The Shed is designed to be a highly adaptable, flexible, and technologically advanced art and performance facility. There are many kinetic elements that provide for a fully deployable building structure and that require specialized maintenance and operational procedures. The Shed seeks a Facilities Supervisor to support these facility operations, including daily maintenance, event operations, and building cleanliness. This position will directly supervise and assist with the repairs, maintenance, and cleaning assignments performed by the Facilities staff as well as vendors and contractors. Reporting to the Associate Director of Facilities, the Facilities Supervisor will assist in coordinating event and programming set-up requirements. 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Responsible for aligning customer service with The Shed's mission to create a best-in-class visitor experience that is welcoming to all
• Lead and motivate the full- and part-time Facilities staff including scheduling, performance management, work assignments, and training 
• Responsible for supervising and assisting the Facilities staff in roles including custodial/housekeeping, loading dockmaster, handyperson, laborers, etc.  
• Assist with the storage, inventory, and distribution of house equipment and cleaning machines
• Perform daily shift updates and pre-event briefings to keep the Facilities team engaged and informed of all activations
• Monitor, track, and record performance of all custodial/housekeeping, loading dockmaster, and handyperson
• Complete end-of-shift reports and communicate with management updates on requests, incidents, and work completed by Facilities staff
• Provide training to Facilities staff that include cleaning techniques and repairs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Qualities

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have a professional demeanor
• Experience supervising a union workforce in Facilities/Operations 
• Experience in mechanical and technical repairs of a commercial building
• Detail oriented with exemplary verbal and written communication skills, along with proven leadership ability
• Responds well to constructive feedback
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and lift up to 75 pounds
• Able to work a variable schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities in fast-paced and high-demand situations while remaining extremely professional and customer-service oriented 
• Able to take initiative and think "bigger picture"
• Ability to communicate effectively with external departments

Work Environment

Time will be spent in an office with a quiet to moderate noise level and in our gallery and live performance space with often loud and amplified noises. The office environment requires using a computer, phone, and other routine office equipment. 

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $65,000 – 68,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates should complete an application and submit a résumé and cover letter in a Word or PDF document saved as the candidate's first and last name through our Career Center. Only résumés and cover letters submitted in this format will be reviewed. 

The Shed is dedicated to building an equitable environment that is mixed across lines of difference and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, transgender, and nonbinary candidates. This position will remain open until filled and until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the arts field are strongly encouraged to apply. Whether you're new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.