Facilities Manager

Job Summary:

Oversees comprehensive custodial and facilities operations across multiple campuses managing performance evaluations coaching and staff development while ensuring alignment with university goals. This position administers multimillion-dollar service contracts including custodial services waste removal recycling and pest management ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The selected candidate coordinates with internal departments and external vendors to support space transitions special events and emergency responses while driving cost-efficiency and service quality. It plays a key role in strategic planning customer service enhancement and diversity initiatives maintaining high operational standards and fostering a collaborative inclusive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage custodial contract for both Downtown and Anschutz Medical campus

• Manages all aspects of the Set up and Special Events Crew

• Contract Administrator for Waste Removal/Recycling Confidential Document Disposal

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Joining Facilities Support Services at Anschutz Medical Campus means becoming part of a dedicated team playing a vital role in maintaining the high standards and smooth operation of our campus. Our department is known for its strong team culture professional development opportunities and commitment to excellence. We support a wide range of operations from Parking operations janitorial contracts and event setup to sustainability initiatives and safety complianceoffering diverse and meaningful work every day.

What sets us apart is our focus on growth and collaboration. Youll gain hands-on experience access training opportunities and work alongside skilled professionals who take pride in their work. Whether youre starting your career or looking to advance Facilities Support Services provides a stable supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your role makes a real impact on the daily experience of students faculty and staff.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in business administration public administration or a related field.

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree on a year for year basis.

• 5 (five) or more years of work experience showing progressively responsible experience in facilities management or related activities

• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience is

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in academic health care or public sector organization.

• 3 or more years of supervisory experience in custodial or facilities operations

• Experience managing large-scale custodial contracts and vendor relationships

• Experience with infection control biohazard protocols and safety compliance standards

• Experience in budgeting procurement and cost-saving initiatives

• Experience in work order systems and facility management software

Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess a current valid Colorado Drivers License or have the ability to obtain one

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Extensive knowledge of current facilities and business management methods and practices.

• Considerable knowledge in facilities management activities procurement contractor management and emergency response etc.

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of personnel management in areas of responsibility.

• Ability to effectively manage both supervisory and technical personnel.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and other electronic resources.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with associates administrative staff faculty and personnel internal to the university and external agencies or organizations.

• Principles of custodial operations and facility maintenance

• Contract management and vendor relations

• Inventory control and procurement procedures

• Environmental services and sustainability practices

• Leadership and team supervision

• Performance management and staff development

• Budgeting and cost control

• Conflict resolution and problem-solving

• Effective communication (written and verbal)

• Coordinate large-scale custodial operations across multiple sites

• Interpret and apply policies procedures and regulations

• Develop and implement training programs

• Manage emergency response efforts (e.g. snow removal)

• Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Questions should be directed to: Rodney Ortega

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 02/06/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $74006 - $91596.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.