Building Coordinator - Cohon University Center – Division of Student Affairs

Carnegie Mellon University’s Division of Student Affairs is searching for a Building Coordinator to join the Cohon University Center administrative team and support facility operations, event execution, space management, and departmental workflows across multiple facilities supported by Cohon University Center staff.

This role assists the Cohon University Center Assistant Director of Facilities and Operations with facility management, operations, and general administration. The position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, clean, functional spaces and high‑quality service for facility users.

Responsibilities include: supporting the physical operations of the facilities (particularly maintenance and cleaning efforts), overseeing the execution of events occurring in the facilities, liaising with key partners, managing storage and administrative space in the facilities, and supporting the department’s student workers.

This position is a Tuesday-Saturday role with standard hours from 12:00PM-8:00PM, Monday through Friday, and 1:00PM-9:00PM on Saturday. During peak periods of the year, overtime work will be required and compensated at a rate of 1.5 times hourly wage.

Core responsibilities will include:

●      Serve as facility supervisor and all associated responsibilities;

• Event support, customer service, access control, setup, and cleaning
• Ensure the safety of all guests and events and triage any significant custodial or facilities issues that arise
• Administer various facility policies and procedures
• Ability to use Google Workspace, event reservation software, and other technologies
• Provide guidance and support to student workers employed by the Cohon University Center

●      Proactively seek out and address issues related to cleaning and maintenance within the facilities, and tracking work orders to ensure completion

●      Space management and administration;

• Oversee storage space throughout the facilities
• Partner with the office of Student Involvement and Traditions to co-administer student organization spaces
• Partner with Student Affairs Facilities and Space Planning team to ensure facilities, equipment, and furniture are maintained at a high-level
• Liaise with campus partners to ensure support of their spaces

●      Other projects as assigned by Cohon University Center leadership

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

●      Strong organizational and problem solving skills; customer service excellence; strong written communication and oral presentation skills that can be effective with varied audiences; broad knowledge of university policies and procedures

●      Ability to cultivate a network across the organization and use relationships developed to improve departmental functioning. Adapt to new tasks and technology as needed.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

●      High school diploma or GED required

●      3-5 years of facility management and/or relevant work experience required.
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

●      Successful completion of a pre-employment background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits includingcomprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insuranceas well as a generousretirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential withtuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with amplepaid time off and observedholidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to ourFamily Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs,fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore ourBenefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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