Manager - Facilities and Workplace Operations

The Facilities & Workplace Operations Manager will have direct oversight and responsibility for the facilities and workplace operations of the F5 Facilities in Spokane. These includes general office spaces and a range of specialized research and development (R&D) lab tech engineering and server environments,.facilities management, including maintenance and vendor management, physical security, workplace continuity planning, event coordination management, adherence to health and safety protocols, and other related facilities and workplace responsibilities.  

The role encompasses The candidate is expected to implement strategic plans to address the facility's operational needs, ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence. This role also plays a key leadership role in managing infrastructure, fostering a productive workplace environment, and maintaining compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
** PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
** Ensure R&D lab spaces remain functional and compliant with operational, maintenance, and safety requirements. duties as assigned, including assisting with special projects, responding to emergencies, and other workplace Maintain and monitor an up-to-date inventory of all facilities assets within the Spokane facility, tracking asset usage, life cycles, and maintenance requirements.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
** Proven experience with facility and workplace operations in environments that include a mix of office and R&D lab spaces. Strong knowledge of and previous experience managing ACS and CCTV security systems.

Proficiency in MS Office programs, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to guide, develop, and supervise/coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.

Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with employees across all levels of the organization. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material with trustworthiness and professionalism. Strong organizational skills, including knowledge of 5S workplace organizational methodologies. Ability to develop and maintain key operational strategies in fast-paced or changing environments.
** QUALIFICATIONS
* * 2+ years of experience in corporate office and/or facility operations management.

Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience in facilities management, operations, or related fields.

Proven operational experience in managing R&D lab facilities and workplace environments. Demonstrated ability to manage vendor contracts, budgets, and maintenance schedules. 2+ years of direct critical environment management experience.

Occasional on-call duties and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Duties are performed in an office environment that may require regular mobility throughout the Spokane facility and its R&D labs. Ability to operate and utilize a computer and office equipment for long periods.

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.  F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job.

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** Remote**:
Primarily work from designated home location but can come into an F5 office to work or travel to an offsite location as needed.
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