Overview
About The Shed
The Shed is a new cultural institution of and for the 21st century. We produce and welcome innovative art and ideas, across all forms of creativity, to build a shared understanding of our rapidly changing world and a more equitable society. In our highly adaptable building on Manhattan’s west side, The Shed brings together established and emerging artists to create new work in fields ranging from pop to classical music, painting to digital media, theater to literature, and sculpture to dance. We seek opportunities to collaborate with cultural peers and community organizations, work with like-minded partners, and provide unique spaces for private events. As an independent nonprofit that values invention, equity, and generosity, we are committed to advancing art forms, addressing the urgent issues of our time, and making our work impactful, sustainable, and relevant to the local community, the cultural sector, New York City, and beyond.
About the Position
The Shed has been designed to be a highly adaptable, flexible, and technologically advanced art and performance facility. There are many kinetic elements that provide for a fully deployable building structure and that require specialized maintenance and operational procedures. The Shed seeks a Facilities Supervisor to support these facility operations, including daily maintenance, event operations, and building cleanliness. This position will directly supervise the repair, maintenance, and cleaning assignments performed by the Facilities staff as well as vendors and contractors. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Supervisor will assist in coordinating event and programming set-up requirements.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Responsible for aligning customer service with The Shed’s mission to create a best-in-class visitor experience that is welcoming to all
- Lead the full- and part-time Facilities staff including scheduling, performance management, work assignments, and training
- Responsible for supervising Facilities staff in roles including custodial/housekeeping, loading dockmaster, handyperson, laborers, etc.
- Assist with the storage, inventory, and distribution of house equipment
- Perform daily shift updates and pre-event briefings to keep the Facilities team engaged and informed
- Monitor, track, and perform time, attendance, and payroll functions
- Complete end-of-shift reports that keep the Facilities team informed on work completed by staff
Qualifications and Qualities
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experience supervising a union workforce in Facilities/Operations
Detail orientated with exemplary verbal and written communication skills, along with proven leadership ability
Responds well to constructive feedback
Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and lift 75 pounds
Able to work a variable schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities in fast-paced and high-demand situations while remaining extremely professional and customer-service oriented
Work Environment
This job operates in a public assembly facility and professional office environment. Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with other departments and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 10 – 15 percent of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction. Must be able to climb ladders, crouch, and wear a safety harness to access and inspect equipment in tight mechanical spaces and at significant heights (for example, rooftops, theatrical grids).
Compensation
Salary range for this role is $60,000 to $68,000. Please provide salary requirements with your application. Please provide salary requirements with your application.
Please note: The Shed has adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees. As a condition of employment, Shed employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved or as otherwise required by law.