Working/Functional Title
Site Manager
Position Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the operational, technical, administrative, and financial functions of a research-focused facility. This role ensures the effective maintenance and upkeep of the building and its infrastructure, manages facility operations and vendor coordination, and supports scientific research through specialized logistical, procurement, and facility related services. The position provides direct supervision to assigned staff and plays a critical role in fostering a safe, efficient, and productive environment for research and educational activities and related services. The position provides direct supervision to assigned staff and plays a critical role in fostering a safe, efficient, and productive environment for research and educational activities.
Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in facility operations and maintenance processes, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a high degree of independence. The position requires consistent office presence five days per week, along with on-call availability to address facility emergencies as needed.
The role works both independently and collaboratively with MSU St. Andrews team members and partners across the university. Frequent internal interactions include scientific staff, Finance, Human Resources, MSU Extension, and 4H. External partners include contractors, vendors, MSU Police, the Midland Fire Department, and logistics providers involved in domestic and international shipments. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Innovation and Economic Development. This position is a one year, end dated position with the potential for extension.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Co-facilitate the Summer Research Program, including participant recruitment, onboarding, and engagement
New Business Development – 15 %
Facility Operations and Maintenance -30%
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in facilities management, business management or science; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in facilities management and building operations; experience with building management systems; knowledge of building operations and support; and experience with accounting and financial analysis; or an equival
