Who We Are:

NatureBridge provides best-in-class environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of the planet. Through our programs, students explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with science and the environment around them.

What You Will Do:

The Facilities Manager works closely with cross-department staff and partners (including National Park Service) to operate overnight school programs and summer day camps at a historic Cabin Camp facility. This position includes responsibilities for: routine, annual and emergency maintenance and improvement of buildings, grounds, vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure; management and completion of campus custodial and housekeeping functions; and staff housing. The Facilities Manager is a full time position with a seasonally variable work schedule based on program season.

This position is located at Prince William Forest Park, a National Park in northern Virginia, and cannot be performed remotely. 

Your primary job will be to:

Facility, Infrastructure and Equipment

• Coordinate with National Park Service Building and Utility staff, Roads and Trails staff, Cabin Camp staff, Camp Hosts, and others, to ensure maintenance, repairs and improvement of buildings and grounds within a historic district in the Park are communicated and addressed effectively.
• Asset management, including order and inventory supplies/equipment using existing and developing systems; and maintain all campus assets such as furniture, ice machine and industrial dishwasher.
• Conduct and process annual Fire and Safety inspections as required by NatureBridge and NPS. Address any issues and deficiencies in a timely manner to maintain compliance.
• Support Campus Director in planning, prioritizing, and implementation of any capital projects in conjunction with NPS personnel, and in alignment with NatureBridge’s Facility Use Strategy.

Staff Housing

• Manage staff housing logistics including staff housing assignments and conducting move in and move out inspections.
• Track and respond to maintenance and repair requests in a timely manner including communication with NPS personnel or other landlord as needed
• Identify and acquire appropriate staff housing units as needed

Fleet Operations

• Operate and conduct routine maintenance for vehicles according to established procedures, including an SUV, a single-axle enclosed trailer, and a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV).
• Maintain up-to-date registration, inspections, and maintenance records for all vehicles.
• Conduct Vehicle Orientation for staff drivers and maintain records.
• Manage bus drop-off area and parking zones.

Daily Campus Care

• Ensure that the campus is safe, clean and presentable to participants, employees and partners.
• Conduct routine, annual and emergency repair, maintenance and custodial duties; Respond to maintenance needs in a timely manner. 
• Complete basic daily care tasks on campus, including light cleaning of cabins and bathrooms, cabin areas, and other campus buildings and grounds
• Manage custodial supplies and equipment.
• Provide essential support during programs (ie. direct bus traffic, filling water stations, etc)
• Take a leadership role in all campus opening and closing work days and seasonal transition days; Perform physical tasks such as moving equipment, supplies, and furniture; operate campus vehicles for moving days.

General Responsibilities

• Work strategically with the Mid-Atlantic leadership team to address any campus-specific facility-related opportunities or challenges.
• Work with the Risk Management Director and Campus Director to implement and model excellent risk management practices and maintain a safe environment for our students and staff. Assist with emergency responses as needed.
• Manage an expense budget as assigned for all areas of oversight and assure that operations are consistent with the budget. 
• Cultivate a collaborative, customer service oriented campus environment.
• Demonstrate responsible environmental behavior.
• Monitor and be responsive to customer feedback related to facilities; recommend and implement improvements.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor with all guests, PRWI visitors and PRWI-NPS employees. Interact with guests, students, staff and NPS staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Represent the campus on the NatureBridge Facilities Team.

Compensation:

• $27.90/hour
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after 1000 hours of work
• Generous paid vacation, training days and sick leave
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more

Who You Are:

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Minimum of four years of applicable industry experience, including two or more years experience in facility management and/or building maintenance; Knowledge of maintenance issues including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, grounds care. 
• One or more years experience in company vehicle maintenance; experience driving with a trailer
• Demonstrated commitment to work consistently to high standards; high level of integrity; excellent work ethic.
• Ability to implement and model excellent risk management practices and maintain a safe environment for our participants and staff; Current First Aid certification and CPR certification or willingness to receive training shortly after being hired (stipend may be available).
• Ability to learn and use computer software such as Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive).
• Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment; willingness to be coached and open to feedback; Flexible to changing demands; able to maintain a positive and professional attitude and maintain respectful communication in an environment with conflicting priorities.
• Thorough, decisive, with strong analytical ability, sound organizational, problem-solving and technical skills; good judgment, excellent task and time management and record keeping skills; extremely detail-oriented; well-organized and self-directed; Ability to effectively manage many disparate concerns concurrently.
• Experience working creatively with limited resources to achieve maximum impact; 
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with diverse groups of employees, vendors and partners in writing and verbally; Ability to speak, read and write in English; ability to speak, read and write in Spanish a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex legal and financial documents such as contracts and invoices. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence clearly.
• Ability to perform physically challenging work in the outdoors in all weather conditions on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Valid and current driver’s license necessary.
• Familiarity with the National Park Service and knowledge of the Historic Preservation Act.
• Commitment to equity and inclusiveness within your customer interactions and our work community.

If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply! We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.

*All NatureBridge Employees are required to complete a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

• We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on young people and the environment
• You will get to work in a beautiful natural setting with other dedicated staff who are passionate about the environment
• Join a hard-working team that likes to make their job fun.

NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodation.