Building Manager

Job

Agency:
Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Location:

Pierre, SD

Salary: $18.00-$21.17 hourly, depending on qualifications. Pay Grade:

E. Closing Date: 3/4/26

This is a Full‑Time, 40‑hour weekly position with the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration – Building and Grounds. The Building Manager will guide and support custodial staff while maintaining the cleanliness and overall appearance of state buildings, performing minor maintenance and repairs that do not require specialized licensing or technical certification. The position works Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with hours that may vary depending on project load and assignment.

When you work for the State of South Dakota, you’re part of something bigger – serving the people of our state. In addition to meaningful work, we offer:

• Multiple health insurance plan options, including one with $0 employee premium
• A 6% fully matched retirement plan, including long-term disability and family survivor benefits
• $25,000 paid life insurance
• Generous leave policies so you can take care of yourself and your loved ones
• Limited overtime, allowing you to maintain a healthy work/life balance

• A valid SD Driver License

• A minimum of two years building maintenance or institutional cleaning experience and strong organizational and communication skills.

• Building cleaning techniques
• Proper use of cleaning equipment and supplies
• Routine carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and maintenance work

• Establish and maintain effective supervisory relationships
• Plan and schedule work
• Motivate and train other staff
• Operate and repair cleaning equipment

• Perform heavy lifting and physical labor
• Use a variety of hand and power tools
• Work from ladders

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

NCRC:
If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
Email: careers.us
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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"