Building Manager

Position Summary

The Building Manager for the West Campus Dining and Well‑being Center serves as the primary steward of a complex, highly utilized, student‑facing facility that supports dining, wellness, and collaborative engagement. This role is responsible for ensuring the building operates safely and efficiently, in alignment with University of Georgia standards, while fostering a welcoming and functional environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The Building Manager provides proactive leadership in building operations, safety, security, access control, space stewardship, and maintenance coordination. Working with a high degree of independence and professional judgment, this position collaborates closely with Dining Services leadership and campus partners, including Student Affairs, Instruction, Center for Teaching & Learning, University Health Center, Facilities Maintenance Division, Dining Services Maintenance, Enterprise Information Technology Services, the Office of Security and Emergency Preparedness, UGA Police, vendors, and contracted service providers.

The Building Manager is designated as the Building Safety & Security Representative (BSSR) and is responsible for 24/7 emergency coordination and response.

The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with flexibility required based on operational needs. Occasional evenings, weekends, and recall availability within 30 minutes may be required. Emergency situations are managed using sound judgment, established protocols, and university guidelines. Work is performed independently with periodic review and requires accountability for outcomes and risk awareness.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Experience in training, coordinating, scheduling, and supervising the work of others.
• Knowledge of basic building operations, preventative maintenance practices, and life‑safety principles.
• Proficiency with office‑related computer applications.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and respond effectively in emergency situations.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and reach with arms, climb stairs, and move throughout the building for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift or carry items up to approximately 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
• Driving as needed to perform job functions.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P‑Card?

No

Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have security access?

Yes

Credit and P‑Card Policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, refer to the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.

For more details, refer to the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities Building Operations, Safety & Security Leadership

Percentage Of Time: 30%

• Serve as the primary manager for day‑to‑day building operations, ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all occupants and visitors.
• Manage the student security and collaborative space room reservation workforce, including…