Facilities Manager (Georgetown, SC) at InsideHigherEd

Logo:Posting Number:STA00866PO25Job Family:Building and Grounds MaintenanceJob Function:Facilities ManagementUSC Market Title:Facilities ManagerLink to USC Market Title:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132181Job Level:M3 - ManagerialBusiness Title (Internal Title):Facilities Manager (Georgetown, SC)Campus:ColumbiaWork County:RichlandCollege/Division:College of Arts and SciencesDepartment:CAS Baruch Field LaboratoryState Pay Band:7Approved Starting Salary:$65,539Advertised Salary Range:$65,539 - $98,308Location of Vacancy:Georgetown, SCPart/Full Time:Full TimeHours per Week:37.5Work Schedule:Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PMBasis :12 monthsJob Search Category:Trades/MaintenanceAbout University of South Carolina:From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Veterans' Preference Statement:The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.Advertised Job Summary:Oversees all facilities operations at the Baruch Marine Field Laboratory, serving as the primary contact for maintenance, construction, and emergencies. Supervises staff, manages budgets and contractors, ensures safety compliance, and coordinates projects with campus partners and external organizations to support BMFL’s research and educational mission.Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 10 years experience or high school diploma and 14 years experience in facilities management or in a diversified building or maintenance activity (e.g. general contracting).Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Knowledge of document processing, spreadsheets and databases, HTML, CSS, PHP and content management systems.Ability to tow and back a trailer.Knowledge of marine culture systems, including plumbing, pumps, filtration, and lighting.Job Duty:Serves as the primary point of contact for all facilities concerns at BMFL, including off-hour emergencies. Supervises and coordinates the facilities team of two tradesmen and one custodian. Oversees facilities and vehicle management at BMFL to include, but not limited to, prioritization of repairs/construction/maintenance, ensuring activities remain within budgetary constraints and consistently comply with workplace safety standards.Essential Function:YesPercentage of Time:30Job Duty:Monitors conditions and creates and prioritizes projects in coordination with the BMFL Director, the campus facilities office, maintenance staff, and independent contractors. Oversees and coordinates all BMFL construction, groundskeeping, repairs, preventative maintenance, storm preparation, storm recovery, and insurance claims. Serve as liaison with main campus (Columbia) staff in Facilities, the College of Arts and Sciences, and Enterprise Risk Management & Insurance via phone, text, google suite, web-conferencing, email, and standard word processing software.Essential Function:YesPercentage of Time:30Job Duty:Manages work performed at BMFL and coordinates all external contractors for efficient, cost-effective, and safe work on-site at BMFL while minimizing the impacts of these activities on research and education operations. Coordinates with USC Facilities staff and regional contractors for bid package creation, pre- and post-bid meetings, project cost estimation, and project execution.Essential Function:YesPercentage of Time:25Job Duty:Communication and coordination with BMFL staff and faculty as well as associated entities on Hobcaw Barony (Belle W. Baruch Foundation, Clemson Baruch Institute of Coastal Ecology and Forest Science, North Inlet Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve) regarding upcoming projects and outages via email, phone, text, and video conference.Essential Function:YesPercentage of Time:10Job Duty:Contribute to the overall success of the College of Arts and Sciences by performing other duties as needed to support the operations and maintenance of Baruch Marine Field Laboratory.Essential Function:YesPercentage of Time:5Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:NoHazardous weather category:EssentialNumber of Vacancies:1Desired Start Date:12/01/2025Job Open Date:11/05/2025Job Close Date:02/03/2026Open Until Filled:NoSpecial Instructions to Applicant:Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by February 3, 2026.This posting is a readvertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:Health and Life InsuranceRetirement ProgramsPaid TuitionDependent ScholarshipsAnnual LeaveSick Leave13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)Paid Parental LeaveProfessional Development OpportunitiesClick here to learn more about why you should work at USC.Quicklink for Posting:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196891EEO Statement:The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.