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Baltimore, MD, United StatesApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobAffiliated Office AddressBaltimore, MD, United StatesRequisition ID122776Date CreatedOctober 13, 2026Job FunctionFacilities/Skilled TradesExempt StatusExemptShift TypeFull TimeScheduleMonday - Friday / 7:30am- 4:00pmWorksite01-MD:Homewood CampusWork ModalityOn-site: 90-100% of hours worked on-siteWe are seeking a Facilities Manager (KSAS) (FM), with guidance from the Assistant Director of Facilities and Project Management (AD), who will manage, monitor and coordinate independently and autonomously the operational and physical plant functions for all Krieger School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS) administrative, teaching and research facilities located on and around Homewood campus. These facilities include, but are not limited to, the San Martin Center, the Bloomberg Center, the Mudd / Levi / Bio East / Bascom complex, Macaulay Hall, Jenkins/Mergenthaler Hall, Krieger Hall, Ames Hall, Dunning Hall, Gilman Hall, Olin Hall, Remsen Hall, the New Chemistry Building, the Wyman Park Building, the Greenhouse, the Merrick Barn, the Abel Wolman House, 3505 North Charles Street, 2701 North Charles Street, Agora, Carnegie, Ten East North Avenue and others. In addition, the FM will assist in various phases and duties related to project management for KSAS facilities projects. This position requires a communicative and “hands-on” person who will strive for smooth, continuous 24/7/365 operation of nearly 1,200,000 allocated square feet of space located in approximately 27 buildings and the expedited and responsive resolution of all issues that may arise. The position will report to the Assistant Director of Facilities and Project Management (AD) and will support personnel throughout the entire School, with regular interactions with faculty, students, staff and administrators. Additionally, the FM will attend project and other team meetings as needed and serve as the KSAS representative on capital projects.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Operational Continuity
- Serve as the first line of defense and as physical plant liaison with emergency first responders in the event of operational emergencies (floods, fires, medical emergencies, security emergencies).
- Disseminate information as requested by the Office of the Dean or by the University to all tenants in the buildings and confirm receipt/understanding of critical messages. This includes 24/7/365 coverage of emergency situations.
- Efficiently initiate and manage service requests to any JHU entity, vendor, or equipment manufacturer as necessary to maintain research continuity and minimize downtime. Requests for service may originate with faculty, department leadership, or KSAS Office of the Dean at any time in response to emerging issues.
- Manage operation of all public/shared spaces and facilities to minimize conflict between users. Shared spaces and facilities include Conference and meeting rooms, Classrooms, Autoclave rooms, Cold boxes, Other lab support spaces, etc. and Circulation and storage spaces.
Project Management
- Assist the KSAS Director of Facilities & Planning Management, the AD and JHFRE Project Managers in coordinating major renovation and construction activity to mitigate operational impacts to building users. Attend construction planning and progress meetings to provide information on laboratory work schedules and sensitivities.
- Support project management for minor renovation projects, such as office refresh projects and carpet replacement.
- Coordinate modifications with JHFRE Facilities Operations shops in order to deliver department/unit requested space modifications approved by the KSAS Dean’s Office in a timely manner.
- Coordinate furniture acquisition and space moves related to specific projects in a coordinated manner.
- Support utilization of KSAS funds efficiently and effectively while accomplishing desired outcome for end user groups.
Safety, Security, and Compliance
- Ensure that facilities, especially research laboratories, remain in compliance with all applicable University, State, and Federal codes, regulations, and standards pertaining to health, safety, and environment. Responsible for ensuring compliance with: OSHA, ADA, Fire Marshal and All applicable University policies.
- Support safe chemical waste handling and radiation safety protocols by monitoring physical facilities for safety compliance, working closely with the following JHU entities: RSO, HSE, Fire Marshal and All applicable University policies.
- Manage building safety, including coordinating or self-performing inspections, preventive and corrective actions necessary to maintain a safe working environment. Support the Director, who serves as the Building Safety Officer as university policy dictates, and collaborate closely with: JHFRE, Campus Security, OHS, RAR and RSO.
- Manage building security, including coordinating or self-performing inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance of all lock hardware and other security devices.
- Manage building accessibility and proactively address needs for accommodation, including ergonomic improvement requests, through collaboration with: KSAS Office of the Dean, JHU Office of Institutional Equity, JHU Occupational Health Services.
General Operations and Maintenance
- Coordinate all necessary routine maintenance and emergency service to physical plant infrastructure.
- Work closely with technicians and supervisors and JHU Facilities Operations to schedule and implement service. Specific maintenance tasks will involve direct coordination with JHU staff and outside contractors in the following trades, disciplines, and specialties: Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Carpentry, Roofing, Painting, Locksmith, Grounds, Custodial Services and Recycling (including scrap metal disposal).
- Autonomously manage minor repairs, lab equipment repairs, furniture procurement, and space improvements, either through self-performance or working directly with vendors and contractors to solicit proposals, schedule work, and minimize operational impacts.
- Conduct regular building inspections and troubleshoot problems.
- Coordinate installation of lab equipment to ensure compatibility with existing infrastructure and trouble-free delivery/installation.
Administrative
- Establish and maintain accurate records of space occupancy.
- Establish and maintain accurate emergency contact lists.
- Oversee annual space surveys conducted by KSAS Finance, Office of Audits and Management, or OESA; maintain knowledge of Archibus and FAST systems.
- Develop and maintain space logs and building floor plans; collaborate closely with JHFRE Planning and Architecture to ensure integrity of university space accounting records.
- Determine/recommend space changes and assignments based on departmental/program needs.
- Manage J-Card and key access; disburse and collect keys from occupants.
- Establish and maintain accurate key logs.
- Create and install signage inserts as needed for new employees and relocations.
- Maintain the signage directory template and manage the annual process of updating the directories in Gilman Hall, the Wyman Park Building and other KSAS facilities.
- Assist with soliciting quotes and preparing sole source justifications, with all supporting documentation provided to the appropriate departmental or KSAS Facilities financial point of contact for purchase order and invoice processing, depending on the budget being charged.
- Manage furniture needs and inventory.
- Establish and maintain accurate equipment inventories.
- Perform other administrative duties associated with facilities operations, as requested by the Office of the Dean, the Director and AD.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
- Five years of related experience preferably within a university setting. Supervisory experience required.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working in an academic setting.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to physically self-perform basic maintenance and emergency response tasks, including,
- Furniture assembly and disassembly.
- Moving large equipment with pallet jacks or dollies.
- Breaking down crates, boxes, etc.
- Miscellaneous assembly and disassembly tasks.
Classified Title: Facilities Project Manager
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Facilities Manager - KSAS (Krieger School of Arts and Sciences Facilities & Project Management)
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE
Starting Salary Range: $75,135 - $131,510 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday / 7:30am- 4:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: KSAS Facilities & Planning Mgmnt
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
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Vaccine Requirements
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The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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