About the Role
The Building Operations Coordinator is responsible for performing building operations services for all libraries under central administration. This includes transporting library materials, responding to building emergencies, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure services meet customer needs. The role also involves processing mail and shipments, managing event room setups, utilizing various equipment and technologies, and collecting usage statistics for data-driven decision making.
Responsibilities
- Manages mail, shipping, receiving, and transportation and delivery of materials for all libraries under central administration according to applicable standards, policies and regulations.
- Retrieves and delivers materials in an accurate, safe and timely manner at on- and off-campus locations.
- Performs handling and transportation of special collections materials, which are archival, valuable and sometimes irreplaceable.
- Communicates and collaborates with supervisor and colleagues to plan and confirm timing and logistics.
- Uses a variety of software to process mail and shipments, manage shipping and delivery workflows, and maintain accurate records and statistics for troubleshooting and decision making.
- Maintains clean and safe working environment including but not limited to loading docks, Olin Library tunnel, and library storage areas.
- Performs building operations, facilities, safety and security functions, which may require flexible shifts and being on call to respond to emergencies during scheduled and not-scheduled hours.
- Follows up on facilities requests and work orders at all libraries under central administration.
- Receives regular training and participates in collaborative building emergency response, including evacuations due to fire alarms, severe weather conditions, and campus threats.
- Serves as a member of the library safety committee.
- Gathers and compiles space usage data using a variety of tools and technologies to support assessment and data-driven decisions.
- Performs room and space set-ups for Libraries events and activities, including administrative and high-profile events, as well as staff workspace preparations and relocations.
- Sets up furniture and spaces in a safe manner and according to standard layouts and custom requests.
- Assembles, disassembles and/or moves furniture, accessories and supplies associated with staff workspace improvements and relocations.
- Collaborates with supervisor and colleagues to ensure set-ups and timing align to customer needs.
- Training and professional development, special projects, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
- Custodial Services, Maintenance, Transportation, And/Or Customer Service (1 Year)
- A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
Skills
- Adobe Acrobat
- Conflict Resolution
- Detail-Oriented
- English Language
- Flexible Mindset
- Interpersonal Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Multitasking
- Organizational Savvy
- Sound Judgment
- Time Management
- Working Independently
Location
- ST. LOUIS, MO 63130
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 Year of Custodial Services, Maintenance, Transportation, And/Or Customer Service
- 2 Years of Relevant Experience (Preferred)
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $17.87 - $27.06 / Hourly
Benefits
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
- 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
- Family care resources for childcare needs.
- Adult care resources.
- Tuition coverage for employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.
About the Company
- WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Equal Opportunity
- Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
