Job Description

Description

Our Assistant Facilities Manager position provides an opportunity to work in a mission driven organization where your continuous work efforts are contributing to the greater good of the community. In this position, an individual will use their knowledge of repairs and maintenance to keep HOSWWA properties in good condition and ensure that our clients have a good place to live and grow.

At Housing Opportunities of SW Washington (HOSWWA) we work closely with local government and community partners throughout Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Lewis, and Pacific counties to address issues of affordable housing and homelessness and to help families break the cycle of poverty. We provide affordable housing and housing assistance to low-income residents within our service area. The Assistant Facilities Manager provides service to the agency by supporting the Facilities Manager in maintaining and managing the Maintenance Department. Work may be performed anywhere within the HOSWWA service area.

This is a "working" position and requires the candidate to perform maintenance duties.

Your skills and experience will support our mission as you:

Assist the Facilities Manager in planning budgets and scheduling facility modifications, including cost estimates. Monitor and inspect work progress of personnel and contractors and suggesting corrective action when required. Assist in the hiring, training, and supervision of those in the department in accordance with company policies and directives; assists in performance evaluations on employees. Inspect construction and rehab projects. Assist in managing preventative maintenance of facilities. Assist in initiating planned maintenance programs for properties. Maintain compliance with onsite safety program. Inspect properties to ensure the highest standards are maintained; evaluate maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping operations in areas of efficiency. Conduct periodic inspections of vacant apartments for market ready condition. Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay and Benefits

The starting pay range is $30.37 - $32.22 / hour. The full pay range is $30.37 - $36.26 / hour. Compensation for the position is negotiable, depending on the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate. The final candidate for this position will be paid within the starting range. HOSWWA offers employees and their eligible family members the option to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and/or supplemental life insurance. Employees are also covered by Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability insurance. All HOSWWA employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Employees may also contribute funds to Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a 457(b) supplemental retirement savings plan run by the DRS. Employees receive 14 paid holidays per year, paid sick leave accrual at a rate of 8 hours per month, and, following 90 days' orientation, paid annual leave starting at 40 hours per year. Other benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to student loan forgiveness through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Meaningful work that addresses affordable housing and homelessness in our community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D. required; Associate degree preferred. Five years of construction/maintenance experience; Supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Ability to train, coordinate and motivate team members. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to estimate material and labor cost and perform work independently. Ability to delegate and communicate facility needs and methods. Ability to respond to and resolve unexpected problems and handle priority changes in a fast-moving, fluid environment. Ability to independently establish priorities, manage time effectively and fulfill assigned objectives and projects. Must have a valid Washington State Motor Vehicle Operators License. Must furnish proof of an acceptable driving record (per Authority vehicle liability insurance provider guidelines) from the Motor Vehicle Division. Must be eligible to work in the United States.
For more information on Housing Opportunities of SW Washington, please visit our website at www.hoswwa.org. Please note, those candidates deemed to best match our requirements will be contacted for an interview. We do not discuss application status during the selection process. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Must be eligible to work in the United States.

All qualified applicants are welcome without regard to gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, or cultural identity, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, genetics, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.37 - $36.26 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person