Facilities Services Coordinator
The University of Iowa Custodial Services department is seeking a Facilities Services Coordinator. Under general supervision, the Facilities Services Coordinator oversees facilities operations to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality physical environment. The role provides direct supervision of custodial staff and coordinates complex, high-visibility facilities needs and events in accordance with established policies and procedures. This position is fast-paced, collaborative, and critical to the university’s athletic operations, public image, and event readiness.
Duties to include:
- Understand all employee work assignments and schedule for adequate coverage.
- Complete 4 hours of administrative time and 4 hours of cleaning time per day. When necessary, complete additional custodial work assignments.
- Interview, select, train and evaluate staff. Provide coaching and direction. Take actions related to promotions and discipline as appropriate. Assist with the training of new employees and retraining as necessary.
- Maintain inventories of products, equipment and other supplies as needed to meet operational and customer needs. Responsible for reporting damage and other irregularities requiring attention or repair.
- Receive and respond to inquiries and complaints. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
- Promote a safe work environment and maintain safety standards to assure compliance with federal, state, local and University Regulations.
- Assists in planning procedures and work methods and revises or recommends revisions to improve efficiency of operations and services.
- Position has bloodborne pathogen exposure.
Location: Athletic Facilities
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:30am-12:30pm
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About Facilities Management:
Facilities Management (FM) is a service unit of approximately 500 employees who work behind the scenes, 24 hours a day, serving the University of Iowa as stewards of our beautiful Iowa City campus. FM staff coordinate campus master planning, manage design & construction, maintain & clean the buildings & grounds, and provide utilities management.
The University is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and three years supervisory and facilities management experience, and valid driver’s license.
Special Qualifications:
- Valid Driver’s license is required and ability to meet and maintain University Driving Policy Standards
Desirable Qualifications:
Ability to read, write, and follow directions.
Demonstrated ability to lead staff, manage shifting priorities, and work effectively with key stakeholders.
Experience coordinating services across multiple facilities.
Event support or event-driven operations experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Basic to intermediate computer skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Familiarity with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), preferably AiM.
Knowledge of custodial equipment and supplies.
Experience in customer service and working with the public.
Experience working in an institutional or corporate setting.
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Position and Application Details:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background investigation. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify.
For additional questions, please contact Andy Brus at andrew-brus@uiowa.edu or 319-467-1454.
About the University of Iowa:
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
