Assistant Facilities Manager

39 Watermill Towd Road, Water Mill NY

Description

The Watermill Assistant, reporting to the Facilities Director, supports the daily activities and operations of The Watermill Center, with a focus on building and grounds maintenance. The role is a part-time position working weekends plus two weekdays (total of 4 days or 32 hours/week). Responsibilities Facilities (at 39 Watermill Towd Rd + 11 Watermill Towd Rd) 1. Open the main building. 2. Order and manage inventory of The Center + Residence supplies, including food pantry staples, cleaning products, and office supplies. 3. Maintain specific aesthetics of the buildings. 4. Perform household duties as outlined in The Watermill Center Household Duties Checklist. 5. Complete small maintenance tasks and projects, as needed. 6. Assist with art handling and basic installation needs. 7. Ensure WMC vehicles are clean and in working order. Grounds 1. General groundskeeping including watering, weeding, mulching, etc. 2. Assist with winterizing (autumn) & de-winterizing (spring) outside objects and outbuildings 3. Help with maintenance of 11 Watermill Towd Road 4. Maintain safe walkways after a snowfall. Artist-in-Residence + Program Support 1. Assist with setup and strike activities for events and on-site programs. 2. Help reset the Artist-in-Residence House before and after each residency. 3. Assist Artist Programs Manager to set and reset studio spaces. 4. Provide weekend support to Artists-in-Residence. 5. Hold a general understanding of the history of The Center and the collection. Administration 1. Attend weekly Staff Meetings and other regular departmental meetings. Desired Skills 1. Landscaping and gardening experience 2. Experience prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities. 3. Collaborative with excellent communication skills 4. Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Suites, Slack, Zoom, and adopting new digital tools. Employment Terms Part-time, ongoing position located at The Watermill Center in Water Mill, NY. 32 hours/week, exact working hours to be coordinated with the Facilities Director. 12 days vacation, dates to be approved by supervisor; 10 major public holidays; 4 personal days; Option for health and dental insurance benefits; option for 401(k) plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send a resume and a brief cover letter with the subject heading “Facilities Assistant” Only those whose applications are being considered will be contacted. No phone calls, please.