Job Description
Facilities Maintenance Manager South Sound 911
Pierce County, Washington Salary:
$126,248 - $155,000 Pierce County, Washington, is located at the foot of majestic Mount Rainier and along the shores of the Puget Sound. The nearby Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, the waters of the scenic Puget Sound, and the County's many parks offer a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities. Tacoma, the county seat, with approximately 230,000 residents, is the location of the South Sound 911 state-of-the-art facility for all of its operations and administrative services. Tacoma is located 32 miles south of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. South Sound 911 operates a regional 911 center in Pierce County which answers nearly 1 million emergency and non-emergency calls annually. The Facilities Department is responsible for the stewardship, maintenance, and operational up-time and readiness of two organizational assets: a primary state-of-the-art CJIS facility, and a secondary, contingency site. The department's core services include building operations with continuous up-time, in addition to preventive and corrective maintenance, and management of building systems and infrastructure. The department operates with an annual budget of $2,261,660, and staffing consists of two full-time positions. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Facilities Maintenance Manager provides leadership and accountability for the reliability, safety, and operational readiness of all agency facilities, fleet assets, and supporting infrastructure. The Manager ensures that physical environments and critical systems consistently support uninterrupted public safety operations. This position also manages facilities staff and contracted service providers. The Manager oversees the operation and lifecycle of building systems, including HVAC, power, security, and access controls, ensuring continuous monitoring, regulatory compliance, and timely response to issues. The Manager will be responsible for facilities budgeting, contract management, and vendor performance. The Facilities Maintenance Manager position is structured with a high degree of flexibility, allowing the selected candidate to establish a workload between 20 and 40 hours per week, with compensation proportionally aligned. While the role is intended to evolve toward a full-time, 40-hour position, South Sound 911 will consider candidates seeking a part-time arrangement if desired. The position may be initiated at either part-time or full-time status, with the expectation of transition to full-time as organizational needs and mutual alignment develop. Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in engineering, facilities management, public administration, or a related field is required; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Candidates must have proven experience with public contracting, and managing teams and external vendors. Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems, and a familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards is preferred. Benefits include:
excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; wellness program; Washington PERS; 12 sick days; 13 holidays; 12 days of vacation; 401(a) Social Security Replacement Plan (6.2% match); deferred compensation program. For a complete position profile, full job description, and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. South Sound 911 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by June 14, 2026. (First review, open until filled.) Pay:
$126,248.00 - $155,000.00 per year Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
