Director of Facilities

About The Shed

The Shed is a cultural institution of and for the 21st century. We produce and welcome innovative art and ideas, across all forms of creativity, to build a shared understanding of our rapidly changing world and a more equitable society. In our highly adaptable building on Manhattan’s west side, The Shed brings together established and emerging artists to create new work in fields ranging from pop to classical music, painting to digital media, theater to literature, and sculpture to dance. We seek opportunities to collaborate with cultural peers and community organizations, work with like-minded partners, and provide unique spaces for private events. As an independent non-profit that values invention, equity, and generosity, we are committed to advancing art forms, addressing the urgent issues of our time, and making our work impactful, sustainable, and relevant to the local community, the cultural sector, New York City, and beyond.

About the Position

The Shed has been designed to be a highly adaptable, flexible, and technologically advanced art and performance facility. To accomplish this flexibility, there are many kinetic elements that provide for a fully deployable building structure, which requires specialized maintenance and operational procedures. The Shed seeks an experienced Director of Facilities to lead the Facilities and Engineering teams with oversight of all building operations, including daily maintenance, event services, and engineering. This position will directly supervise the Facilities department and coordinate with the Production, Program, Special Events, Visitor Experience, and Security departments for the successful planning and execution of all facility activities. 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Align customer service with The Shed’s mission to create a best-in-class visitor experience that is welcoming to all
• Lead the Facilities and Engineering teams through the development, documentation, and implementation of operational policies, standards and procedures
• Serve as a senior leader within the organization, providing facilities management support to the executive management team
• Strategize, outline, and implement preventative maintenance and capital improvement budgets and planning while monitoring productivity, optimizing efficiency, and maintaining financial responsibility
• Support cross-functional cooperation and communication with the Production, Program, Special Events, Visitor Experience, and Security departments
• Serve as the building liaison to local authorities, including the Department of Buildings and FDNY, as well as facility management personnel from the adjoined office, retail, and residential properties for coordinating maintenance and event operations
• Conduct inspections and reviews for analyzing effective operational standards and staff performance and provide coaching and support to resolve issues

Qualifications and Qualities

• 10+ years of progressive experience in facility management with a proven track record of successfully managing a large staff, contractors, and in-house union trades
• Experience working in NYC commercial buildings, arts, cultural, and entertainment venues 
• Knowledge of and background in facility operations, project management, and building systems
• Advanced knowledge and effective oversight in complying with national and local codes and safety standards including OSHA, NFPA, Building, and Electrical
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with proven leadership ability
• Ability to balance multiple projects and manage priorities in fast-paced and high demand situations, while remaining extremely professional and customer service oriented
• Experience in developing and managing both operating and capital improvement budgets

Schedule

This position works onsite at The Shed, requiring night, weekend, and holiday work with advance notice and 24-hour availability for emergency responses. 

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $135,000 – $145,000 per year. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates should complete an application and submit a résumé and cover letter in a single Word or PDF document saved as the candidate's first and last name through our Career Center. Only résumés and cover letters submitted in this format will be reviewed. 

The Shed is dedicated to building an equitable environment that is mixed across lines of difference and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, transgender, and nonbinary candidates. This position will remain open until filled and until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the arts field are strongly encouraged to apply. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.