Associate Director, Facilities Operations; Education – Brooklyn

Associate Director, Facilities Operations

Location: Brooklyn, NY 11201 (100% On-site)
Compensation: $40.00 – $50.00 / hour (W2)
Status: Contract-to-Hire (3-month intervals; high potential for FTE within 4–6 months)
Schedule: 35 Hours/Week (7 hours/day) + paid emergency call-back Shift Options: 7am–3pm | 8am–4pm | 9am–5pm | 10am–6pm Start Date: Immediate

A prestigious Brooklyn-based academic institution is seeking an Associate Director of Facilities Operations to provide leadership for a diverse portfolio of classrooms, faculty offices, and public spaces. This is a critical leadership role requiring a proactive professional who can bridge the gap between institutional stakeholders and service providers to ensure a safe, high-performing environment.

This role offers a collaborative environment where you will:

• Directly supervise one Facilities Coordinator.
• Work closely with the Facilities Project Manager and Event Services Manager to align operations with campus life and capital improvements.

• Operational Leadership: Oversee building performance, custodial services, and infrastructure reliability. Proactively identify risks and drive long-term stability.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for leadership, landlords, and vendors. Manage the full vendor lifecycle, including selection, proposals, POs, and expense tracking.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Conduct regular building assessments and analyze work order trends. Maintain high standards for safety, NYC building compliance, and emergency preparedness.
• Team Supervision: Lead and mentor the Facilities Coordinator while holding engineers and third-party contractors accountable for service delivery standards.

• Experience: 7+ years in facilities management (HVAC, electrical, and construction project management).
• Academic Focus: 3+ years in a higher education or academic setting is strongly preferred
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• Leadership: Proven ability to manage direct reports and negotiate effectively with landlords and vendors.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of NYC building codes and operational protocols.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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