Building Manager

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library Building Manager provides direction to a team of 24 staff members and coordinates the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of the facility.

• Own all maintenance and cleaning operations at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, including building audits to ensure compliance with NYPL standards.
• The supervision of Facilities staff through scheduling, assigning duties, and inspecting work to ensure high‑quality results and timely completion of special projects.
• The management of emergency responses to weather events and system failures, coordinating snow removal, grounds work, and other site‑specific tasks.
• Staff skills and knowledge in cleaning methods, techniques, and the proper use of chemicals and machinery.
• Inventory management and cost controls to effectively oversee the resources and supplies required to operate the facility.
• How the Facilities Department collaborates with other divisions and departments.
• Ways to improve critical work functions and increase operational efficiency.
• Broaden your knowledge of building operations, including mechanical systems and life‑safety systems.
• Improve the ability of NYPL to provide patrons and staff a safe and welcoming environment.
• Manage the daily operations, maintenance, and cleanliness of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment.
• Conduct routine building inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs, ensuring building systems—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life‑safety—are serviced and functioning properly.
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by contractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with NYPL standards and contractual requirements.
• Manage building‑related requests, service tickets, and space‑use needs; prioritize tasks and ensure timely resolution.
• Support event operations by developing logistical plans, coordinating setup needs, and ensuring adequate facilities staffing.
• Maintain building inventory, equipment, supplies, and materials; ensure cost‑effective procurement and proper storage.
• Prepare and monitor schedules for maintenance and custodial staff to meet operational needs.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and NYPL policies.
• Lead emergency response efforts, including weather events, system failures, and other incidents requiring immediate action.
• Collaborate with other NYPL divisions and departments to support shared initiatives, capital projects, and operational improvements.
• Attend and lead team meetings, communicating expectations and performance standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Participate in professional development programs.
• Safely operate lifting machinery as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required or 4+ years of related experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 4+ years of experience in a facilities role, maintaining building inventory, implementing and administering preventive maintenance programs, and preparing work schedules for maintenance staff.
• Experience with the monitoring and coordination of building renovations.
• Experience with directly supervising staff.
• Thorough knowledge of established practices and procedures for operating building equipment, including the ability to resolve mechanical equipment problems.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and a working knowledge of building monitoring systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standard cleaning methods and procedures, materials safety handling, and experience ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly and tactfully to emergency situations.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently with staff, management at all levels, and outside vendors or contractors.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Oversee a team of 24 staff members: interviewing, hiring, training, and performance management.

• Moving bins, moving book trucks, operating side‑by‑side floor buffing machine and carpet extractor.
• Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 lbs.
• May require travel within NYC.

• Mon‑Fri 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends as required.