Bipartisan Policy Center
Office and Facilities Manager
Bipartisan Policy Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a Washington, DC-based think tank that helps policymakers work across the aisle to craft bipartisan solutions. By connecting lawmakers, delivering data and context, negotiating policy details, and creating space for bipartisan collaboration, BPC ensures democracy can function on behalf of all Americans. We believe that bipartisanship combines the best ideas of both parties to create even better, lasting policy.The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance and operations of our 40,000 square feet leased office space. The Facilities Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe, functional, and efficient work environment for our staff. This position requires strong organizational skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, including general facilities maintenance, event and meeting set-up, and basic technology support.Responsibilities
Facilities Maintenance
Oversee the daily operations of the office facilities, ensuring all areas are clean, safe and well-maintainedCoordinate and manage routine maintenance, repairs and inspections of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)Work with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality service delivery for maintenance and repairsEnsure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulationsConduct regular safety inspections and maintain safety protocols and emergency proceduresAct as a point of contact for staff regarding facilities-related inquiries or issuesOffice Management
Order, monitor and maintain office, stationary, and furniture as neededMove furniture, IT and audio-visual equipment as part of new staff office setups or office movesWork closely with the operations team and other departments to ensure seamless communication and coordination regarding facilities needsStock kitchens with provisions for staff throughout the dayEvent and Meeting Setup
Collaborate with staff to plan and prepare for meetings, events and conferences, ensuring all physical and technical requirements are met and pre-testedArrange furniture and audio-visual equipment for various setups, including theater-style, classroom, collaboration and receptions formatsLay stage for large scale panel eventsThroughout the day, reset conference rooms and public areas following events or meetingsTechnology Support
Provide basic technical support for audiovisual equipment and conference room technology, ensuring functionality during meetings and eventsAssist staff in troubleshooting technology issues related to facilities equipmentInteract with the IT team on complex technical issuesStrategic Planning
Identify improvements to overall office environment including processes, supplies, furniture, vendors and audio-visual equipmentAssist in the implementation of any approved improvement projectsQUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in office management, administration or related rolesExperience in managing office space, including furniture arrangements and logisticsAbility to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectivelyBasic technical skills related to computers, audio-visual equipment and meeting technologyAdequate physical strength and stamina to move furniture and perform related tasks safelyUnderstanding of safe lifting techniques and ergonomic practices to prevent injuries while moving furnitureStrong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with team members and vendorsWillingness to adapt to changing office needs and environmentsCareful planning and execution to ensure that the office layout is functional and visually appealingKnowledge of workplace safety regulationsFirst Aid/CPR Certification preferredThis position is on-site five days a week except during scheduled holidays.BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send resume, cover letter, and writing sample in one document. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. BPC does not sponsor employment visas.BPC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.BPC offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of open access HMO, POS, or PPO plan. HMO and POS individual plans have a monthly premium cost share of 10%. Dependent and Family HMO and POS plans are offered with a monthly cost share equal to 20% of the difference between the plan premium and the individual HMO monthly premium. PPO plans are offered with a 20% premium cost-share for all plans.Additional benefits include 403(b) matching contributions of up to 7% of salary in addition to a non-elective contribution of 2% of salary (both after 90 days of employment); 15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 12 holidays per year; education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment; $2,000 for professional development expenses after six months of employment; Metro benefits of up to $130 per month; Company provided life insurance; and dental and vision insurance coverage with a Flexible Spending Plan.We reasonably believe that the base salary range for the Office and Facilities Manager is $68,000 – $83,000. At BPC, a wide range of factors are considered when making compensation decisions including and not limited to skill set, experience, training, education, knowledge, and other business and organizational needs.
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Facilities Maintenance
Oversee the daily operations of the office facilities, ensuring all areas are clean, safe and well-maintainedCoordinate and manage routine maintenance, repairs and inspections of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)Work with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality service delivery for maintenance and repairsEnsure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulationsConduct regular safety inspections and maintain safety protocols and emergency proceduresAct as a point of contact for staff regarding facilities-related inquiries or issuesOffice Management
Order, monitor and maintain office, stationary, and furniture as neededMove furniture, IT and audio-visual equipment as part of new staff office setups or office movesWork closely with the operations team and other departments to ensure seamless communication and coordination regarding facilities needsStock kitchens with provisions for staff throughout the dayEvent and Meeting Setup
Collaborate with staff to plan and prepare for meetings, events and conferences, ensuring all physical and technical requirements are met and pre-testedArrange furniture and audio-visual equipment for various setups, including theater-style, classroom, collaboration and receptions formatsLay stage for large scale panel eventsThroughout the day, reset conference rooms and public areas following events or meetingsTechnology Support
Provide basic technical support for audiovisual equipment and conference room technology, ensuring functionality during meetings and eventsAssist staff in troubleshooting technology issues related to facilities equipmentInteract with the IT team on complex technical issuesStrategic Planning
Identify improvements to overall office environment including processes, supplies, furniture, vendors and audio-visual equipmentAssist in the implementation of any approved improvement projectsQUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in office management, administration or related rolesExperience in managing office space, including furniture arrangements and logisticsAbility to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectivelyBasic technical skills related to computers, audio-visual equipment and meeting technologyAdequate physical strength and stamina to move furniture and perform related tasks safelyUnderstanding of safe lifting techniques and ergonomic practices to prevent injuries while moving furnitureStrong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with team members and vendorsWillingness to adapt to changing office needs and environmentsCareful planning and execution to ensure that the office layout is functional and visually appealingKnowledge of workplace safety regulationsFirst Aid/CPR Certification preferredThis position is on-site five days a week except during scheduled holidays.BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send resume, cover letter, and writing sample in one document. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. BPC does not sponsor employment visas.BPC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.BPC offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of open access HMO, POS, or PPO plan. HMO and POS individual plans have a monthly premium cost share of 10%. Dependent and Family HMO and POS plans are offered with a monthly cost share equal to 20% of the difference between the plan premium and the individual HMO monthly premium. PPO plans are offered with a 20% premium cost-share for all plans.Additional benefits include 403(b) matching contributions of up to 7% of salary in addition to a non-elective contribution of 2% of salary (both after 90 days of employment); 15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 12 holidays per year; education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment; $2,000 for professional development expenses after six months of employment; Metro benefits of up to $130 per month; Company provided life insurance; and dental and vision insurance coverage with a Flexible Spending Plan.We reasonably believe that the base salary range for the Office and Facilities Manager is $68,000 – $83,000. At BPC, a wide range of factors are considered when making compensation decisions including and not limited to skill set, experience, training, education, knowledge, and other business and organizational needs.
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