Salary : $76,903.32 - $91,258.70 AnnuallyLocation : Madison, WIJob Type: PERMANENT FULL TIMEJob Number: 2024-00448Department: Monona Terrace Community and Convention CenterOpening Date: 01/03/2025Closing Date: 1/24/2025 11:59 PM CentralComp. Group/Range: 18/08 General DescriptionMonona Terrace is Madison's Frank Lloyd Wright designed Community and Convention Center. Open since 1997, the Center has obtained Platinum-level LEED certification and other national recognition. We are seeking a motivated individual to oversee the planning, directing, coordination, and evaluation of the overall maintenance and repair needs of Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center facilities, grounds, and equipment. In addition, work involves directing and overseeing the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the facility. The work involves supervising and scheduling staff; making budget and purchasing recommendations; developing maintenance, modification, preventative maintenance, and repair plans; developing and coordinating service contracts and projects; and integrating the maintenance staff activities with customer service needs. The work is performed under the direction of a Monona Terrace Associate Director. Work is characterized by the use of initiative and judgment, and is reviewed for conformance with established goals and objectives.As part of the application process, please attach a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, without exceeding 2 pages, you should address your experience in the following areas:
- Developing short- and long-range building maintenance and preventative maintenance plans.
- Writing specs and estimates for construction projects and overseeing the work of contractors.
- Development and operation of computerized building systems, including HVAC, security, and other systems.
FAILURE TO ATTACH A RESUME AND COVER LETTER WILL RESULT IN YOUR REMOVAL FROM THE PROCESS.The City of Madison is a qualified employer for the The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an affirmative action plan. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply! Examples of Duties and Responsibilities Maintenance Department Supervision
- Plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate the general maintenance, repair, upkeep, mechanical repair and other related services for Monona Terrace. Integrate staff activities with the customer service and event activities within the facility.
- Establish standards and monitor and coordinate maintenance and improvement services to ensure consistent service to our customers.
- Hire, train, assign, supervise and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
- Develop, direct and coordinate comprehensive preventative maintenance plans for the building's property and equipment.
- Develop and monitor annual maintenance operating budgets and comprehensive long-term capital budgets for the facility.
- Provide purchasing services. Develop guidelines and specifications for vendor services contracts. Solicit, review bids and negotiate service contracts. Monitor contracts for compliance.
- Oversee the operation of computerized building operation systems including Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), HVAC, chillers, fire, and life, safety and energy monitoring.
Project/Construction Management
- Direct and participate in the development of cost-effective long-term facility maintenance and replacement schedules, taking into account a wide variety of operational, environmental and aesthetic considerations in serving the needs of the organization and our customers.
- Oversee construction and renovation projects from design through final payment, including design, project evaluation, programming, schematics, construction cost estimating and specification development, contract bidding and approval of payments. Inspect and coordinate work, process payments and enforce contracts. Negotiate Purchase of Service contracts with contractors, solicit bids, ensure accuracy of bid specifications and inclusion of necessary building codes and other requirements. Process contract awards and administer resulting contracts.
- Effectively work with architects, engineers, fire department staff and building inspection to ensure quality, code compliance, conformity with public works requirements and Monona Terrace aesthetics.
Sustainability Coordination
- Act as LEED-EB project manager, complete LEED feasibility studies, develop and implement LEED-appropriate policies and programs, document Monona Terrace levels of compliance and participation, and prepare documents for submittal to U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
- Document Monona Terrace energy use. Direct and conduct related energy efficiency analysis. Research, identify and incorporate the best ecological practices and policies into viable programs that will enable Monona Terrace to reduce the consumption of utilities. Maintain a high level of awareness of existing and emerging energy technologies and efficiencies.
- Advocate and model sustainability concepts within Monona Terrace. Serve as a catalyst to produce a culture change at Monona Terrace that integrates sustainability and environmental values.
- Educate customers and the public through media interviews, conference presentations, building tours and sales presentations as to the sustainability efforts and successes undertaken at Monona Terrace.
Perform related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) years of experience in applying the following:
- Civil engineering principles and practices, particularly as they relate to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects in the area(s) of specialization; AND
- Public works engineering objectives, purposes, professional standards, methods and principles; AND
- Computer software applicable to the duties of the position; AND
- City's processes and procedures relating to project approval and contract awarding and administration; AND
- Two (2) years of experience in applying the following:
- Computer-assisted design processes and techniques and computer applications relative to the area(s) of responsibility; AND
- Supervisory principles and practices, labor relations, and personnel management; AND
- Familiarity with the following:
- Budgetary principles and procedures.
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- Four (4) years of responsible experience as a skilled worker in building and mechanical or technical/network repair activities. AND
- One (1) year in a leadership or supervisory role. AND
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field
The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. Therefore successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to effectively work with multicultural communities. For the complete list of the knowledge, skills, and abilities, please reference the Special RequirementsAbility to meet the transportation requirements of the position. Physical Requirements: The employee will be expected to physically access all portions of the facility in order to perform or inspect repair and maintenance work.The City of Madison offers excellent pay and benefits for employees. City Ordinances, handbooks, and labor contracts provide specifics; the description here is not to be considered a binding statement but offers an informal summary.CompensationThe City of Madison strives to pay competitive wages. View the current for pay for all classifications. Employees receive increases based on tenure with the City. Benefits The City offers a competitive benefits package, including a generous leave package, a variety of insurance options, and non-traditional benefits such as optional pet insurance, a bus pass for all employees, and the possibility of flexible work schedules. A brief summary of benefits is listed below. Please visit our for more information.LeaveVacation is earned upon starting employment and can be used after completion of probation. The general vacation schedule is below.0-3 years 10 work days of vacationAfter 3 years 12-1/2 daysAfter 7 years 15 daysAfter 11 years 17-1/2 daysAfter 15 years 20 daysAfter 19 years 25 daysAfter 27 years 27 daysEmployees earn 3.5 personal days in addition to vacation.Employees receive eight official paid holidays (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day), as well as 3 paid leave days (the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve).Employees also earn 13 sick days annually that may accrue to a total of 150 days.RetirementThe City of Madison participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System through the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds.InsuranceThe City of Madison offers a variety of optional insurance programs including:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Income Continuation Insurance (for short and long-term disability)
- Long Term Care Insurance
Other Benefits The City offers numerous other benefits and programs for employees, including:•457(b) deferred compensation plans•Employee Assistance Program•Bus Pass on Madison Metro•Flexible Work Schedules•Employer-paid Training01 A complete application will include an attached resume and a cover letter that addresses the following: 1) Developing short- and long-range building maintenance and preventative maintenance plans.2) Writing specs and estimates for construction projects and overseeing the work of contractors.3) Development and operation of computerized building systems, including HVAC, security, and other systems.By checking this box, I acknowledge that my resume and cover letter may be used as part of the selection process and may be used to determine whether or not I move forward in this recruitment process. I also acknowledge that my responses will be evaluated on my writing ability; which includes spelling, grammar, and my ability to express my thoughts in a logical fashion, while clearly communicating my proper intentions.By checking this box, I acknowledge that a resume and a cover letter with a maximum length of two (2) pages is required and must be submitted as an attachment in the Attachment section of the application. (If you haven't already attached your response, please return to your application to do so before submitting your application.)
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