Facilities Specialist

At Bush we believe in experiential learning that promotes the pursuit of passions interests risk-taking and innovation. Our faculty design and execute intentional instructive experiences with clear objectives authentic assessment and thoughtful reflection. Our work environment strives to maintain a positive and collaborative workplace. Our culture is committed to community equity inclusion and belonging; for every member of our community to be seen heard and valued.

Facilities Specialist (Seattle WA)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Full Time (100 % FTE - 40 hours per week)
Reports to: Michael Miller Facilities Director
When Needed: Immediately
Pay Rate: $60000 - $65000
Year Long Schedule

* This position is eligible for health and retirement benefits (details during hiring process).
* This position requires applicants to be at the time of application legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
The Bush School a K-12 progressive independent school located in Seattle WA is in search of an individual to join our Facilities Department as a Facilities Specialist Safety & Security. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the schools mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences backgrounds and talents are valued and encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Facilities Specialist Safety & Security reports to the Facilities Director and plays a key role in supporting campus operations and community safety during an active construction period and beyond. This position helps ensure the smooth and safe movement of students and staff between campus locations including escorting Middle School classes between the Middle and Upper Campuses and assisting with daily lunch transitions to and from the MLK Community Center. The role also supports the Facilities team with general maintenance event setup transportation and campus safety efforts. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic community-centered environment and takes pride in keeping the school running smoothly and safely.

While other duties may be assigned a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and duties listed below:

Campus Supervision & Safety
Escort 7th and 8th grade classes between the Middle School and Upper Campus.
Assist with Lower Middle and Upper School lunch transitions to and from the MLK Community Center.
Supervise students during lunch both indoors and outdoors (including sport courts).
Provide morning and afternoon traffic assistance to ensure safe drop-off and pickup.
Conduct regular campus perimeter and garage sweeps to monitor for safety or security concerns.
Perform routine safety checks of doors gates and building access points.
Serve as an additional on-campus safety presence assisting in emergencies and communicating promptly with Facilities or Security staff when issues arise.
Support campus safety drills and emergency preparedness activities as directed.
Facilities & Operations Support:
Assist with light grounds maintenance including leaf and gutter cleanup.
Safely perform ladder and roof work as needed for gutter and drainage maintenance.
Support the transportation fleet by detailing and cleaning vehicles.
Regularly monitor neighborhood parking compliance around campus and communicate concerns to the Facilities office.
Help set up and tear down for school events as needed.
Respond to daytime custodial or facilities emergencies.
Assist with package deliveries and distribution.
Support snow and ice removal during winter months.
Experience and Professional Competencies:
Experience working in school facilities or public safety settings for two to five years preferred.
Prior training or experience directing traffic or serving as a crossing guard strongly preferred.
Strong awareness of safety procedures and ability to manage high-traffic areas calmly and confidently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students faculty and community members.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting walking across campus and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Comfortable working at heights including using ladders and accessing roof areas for gutter cleaning and maintenance.
Reliable punctual and collaborative team member who takes initiative and communicates clearly.
Bachelors degree is preferred
Strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion is required

Successful Candidates will:
Have a philosophy that aligns with the schools mission and values please review the schools mission and values on our website ()
Maintain a strong work ethic with high standards of professionalism accountability and confidentiality
Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide prompt courteous customer service
Have an open and collaborative work style with an openness to new ideas
Demonstrate resourcefulness and sound judgment in decision-making
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Apply a detail orientated approach to all work with a high level of organization and accuracy

Additional Requirements:
Have a current Adult and Children CPR First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date provided by the school)
Washington State Drivers License
Meet the schools standards when completing two separate background screenings
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:
Salary Range: $60000 $65000 (based on years of experience)
The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees which includes:
Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)
Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees
Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees
Medical dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)
Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees
Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees
Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents
School lunch discounts
Free parking at Seattle WA campus
Use of school fitness center
Paid Time Off (sick leave vacation and personal days)
Professional Development opportunities

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the About Bush tab) for additional information/instructions.
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While we sincerely appreciate all applications only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment recruitment admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race color creed religion sexual orientation national or ethnic origin disability gender gender identity gender expression or genetic addition The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.