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Facility Manager - Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center

Position Number: 7000453
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Type: Facilities Management

Facility Manager - Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

University of Wyoming Foundation - Facility Manager (MHRGC)

JOB PURPOSE:

Manage, plan, and coordinate, through staff of skilled, semiskilled, and unskilled trade personnel, activities concerned with the operation, repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities, equipment, buildings, and grounds to minimize interruption and improve efficiency.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming's Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and oversee such matters as design and development of plant facilities, formulation of operating rules, regulations, and procedures. Develop procedures in coordination with other campus departments' use in event of accidents, fires, or other emergencies.
Inspect plant facilities or review inspection reports, to determine repairs, replacement, or improvements required.
Contract, hire, train, and supervises building service personnel. Assign workers or contractors to duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and may obtain bids for additional work from outside contractors.
Plan and administer building department budget. Compile records of labor and material costs for operating building and issue cost reports to owners or management. Review reports of expenditures for previous fiscal year and propose improvements to facilities in order to prepare budget estimates for upcoming fiscal year.
Purchase building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, and furniture. May direct contracted projects to ensure adherence to specifications. May be responsible for procurement of utilities or operations of utility systems. Oversee building technology infrastructure.
Plan logistics and negotiate contract(s) for events, conferences, events, and meetings with respect to facilities, technology, equipment, logistical requirements, printing, food and beverage, and other related issues.
Serve as liaison between event organizers, and management with regard to all facets of the programs and events.
Negotiate terms, execute, and administer multiple contracts with facilities vendors for service, in accordance with budget constraints and company policies and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Assess and evaluate programming and services needs and recommend enhancements, changes, or new programs; provide data and assessments on success of respective areas; write articles and papers.
Serve on department, division, or University committees, as assigned.
Assist with special projects as assigned.
Enhance customer relations through the Wyoming Union.

COMPETENCIES:

Attention to Detail
Developing Organizational Talent
Quantity of Work
Work Tempo
Negotiation
Service Orientation
Initiative

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 4 years work-related experience - or an equivalent combination of experience and education

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

Customer relations/service principles and techniques.

Current University Regulations and applicable state, federal and local laws and regulations.

Policy development and revision.

Staff training and development.

Office management and staff supervision.

Personal computers, database and spreadsheet software applications.

Facility management.

Operation plans and procedures.

Risk management issues as they relate to operating a public facility and to program and event production.

Security concepts

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 3/26/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Identification: 260487
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Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16th & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range: 61,000 - 73,200
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
Travel: No

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