Job ID61048

Location

Columbia

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Hiring Department

School of Medicine Dean's Office

Job Description

Under the direction of the School of Medicine Facilities Manager, the CSM Professional I

•Facilities Operations provides professional facilities management and operational support for School of Medicine-owned and leased buildings. This position assists in maintaining safe, compliant, and functional facilities that support the School's missions of research, medical education, and clinical training.

The CSM Professional I contributes to the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and coordination of building systems, infrastructure, research support equipment, and facility improvement projects. The position works collaboratively with faculty, researchers, staff, contractors, and University Facilities personnel to ensure building systems remain reliable and operational while supporting ongoing research and educational activities. The Facilities Manager provides oversight and final authority for major operational decisions, capital projects, and institutional commitments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities Operations & Building Maintenance

Assist in maintaining the daily operation of School of Medicine-owned and leased facilities to ensure safe, functional, and compliant environments for research, education, and administrative activities. Conduct routine inspections of building systems, equipment, and infrastructure to identify maintenance needs, operational concerns, and safety issues. Troubleshoot facility-related problems and coordinate corrective actions under the direction of the Facilities Manager. Assist with monitoring building performance and recommending operational improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability. Research Infrastructure Support

Perform and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs for specialized research support equipment, including: Emergency generators Oxygen and nitrogen generation systems Air compressors Autoclaves

Ultrapure water systems Ice machines Rees environmental monitoring systems Coordinate service providers and maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted research operations. Maintain maintenance records and equipment documentation to support compliance and operational continuity. Facilities Coordination

Support planning and coordination of building maintenance activities, utility outages, equipment shutdowns, and infrastructure repairs. Communicate planned maintenance activities and operational impacts to building occupants, departments, researchers, and other stakeholders. Coordinate with campus Facilities Operations and external vendors to facilitate timely completion of maintenance and repair activities. Monitor completion of work orders and assist with follow-up on outstanding facility issues. Construction & Capital Project Support

Assist the Facilities Manager with the coordination of construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects across School of Medicine facilities. Serve as a liaison with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and University Facilities personnel during project planning and execution. Support project activities through design review, construction coordination, occupancy preparation, and project closeout.

Assist in ensuring projects meet operational, research, safety, and functional space requirements. Compliance & Safety

Support facility compliance with applicable University policies, building codes, environmental health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Assist with life safety inspections, documentation, and corrective action planning. Participate in emergency preparedness planning and facility response activities as assigned. Maintain accurate facility records, maintenance documentation, and inspection reports. Administrative & Operational Support

Maintain facility records, preventive maintenance schedules, equipment inventories, and operational documentation. Assist with vendor coordination, procurement activities, service agreements, and project documentation. Support departmental operational initiatives, process improvements, and special projects. Perform other duties as assigned by the School of Medicine Facilities Manager.

Shift

Monday

•Friday

8:00 a.m.

•5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range:

$19.25

•$26.38 hourly

Grade:

GGS

•008

University Title:

CSM PROFESSIONAL I

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume and cover letter.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short

•and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement