Facilities Coordinator

Serving as a key member of the Facilities team, under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Planning, with minimal guidance and a high degree of independence and professionalism, performs duties in support of the Library, Sage House, and Day Hall’s operations, safety and security, and maintenance activities. The position shares responsibility with other Library Facilities staff for building access control, trades coordination, and emergency and space planning efforts for multiple Library locations, Sage House, and Day Hall.

Acting as Unit Facilities Representative (UFR), the Facilities Coordinator liaises between building occupants and Facilities and Campus Services (FCS) in prioritizing and addressing routine and emergency maintenance and repair issues.

The coordinator oversees the security of assigned spaces, including providing card and key access as requested within policy. They also ensure the ongoing safety and regulatory compliance of assigned buildings by coordinating regular testing and inspections.

The coordinator supports building operations via the timely communication of facilities announcements to building occupants, maintaining space and equipment inventories, and assisting with moves and special events.

The coordinator must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfy Cornell University's motor vehicle operator requirements. Regular operation of a University-owned or leased vehicle is an essential function of this position.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Required Qualifications:

• Trade/Vocational/Technical School and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Outstanding customer service skills and excellent communication skills with the ability to greet the public in a confident and poised manner, and interface with and on behalf of the University Leadership with diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexible, confident, and able to function effectively under short deadlines and in stressful situations.
• A consummate team player who can delegate tasks and cooperate and support other team members.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with a diverse internal and external constituency and gain credibility and rapport, while consistently demonstrating a service-oriented mindset and balancing competing priorities.
• Ability to learn and master new systems and procedures with minimal guidance.
• Knowledge of building systems including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, elevators, and fire alarms.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfy Cornell University's motor vehicle operator requirements.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with university facilities, IT, and physical security systems.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures surrounding maintenance, construction, safety, and security.
• Familiarity with academic libraries, their outreach programs and mission, and the nature of their internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the surrounding community and of local/regional service personnel/vendors.
• Experience using independent judgement to coordinate activities for building operations and related projects.

Working Environment:

Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50 pounds.

APPLYING FOR THE POSITION:

To be considered for this position you must submit a cover letter and resume, preferably as one document.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

University Job Title:

Bldg/Facil Coord IV

Job Family:

Facilities & Safety Services

Level:

D

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$27.04 - $31.43

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Jose Delgado

Contact Email:

jad25@cornell.edu

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2026-11-11