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South Street Seaport Museum, located in the heart of the historic seaport district in New York City, preserves and interprets the history of New York as a great port city.

Founded in 1967, the Museum houses an extensive collection of works of art and artifacts, a maritime reference library, exhibition galleries, and education spaces, working 19th-century print shops, and an active fleet of historic vessels that all work to tell the story of “Where New York Begins.” seaportmuseum.org

Job Summary

The Buildings and Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and general upkeep of the Seaport Museum’s historic buildings, facilities, and pier in Lower Manhattan.

This position plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment for Museum visitors and staff. Key areas of responsibility include supervising maintenance staff, managing vendor and contractor relationships, supporting Museum events, maintaining compliance with all safety and workplace standards, and tools-in-hand repairs.

This role requires evening and weekend hours and to be on call for all emergencies, ensuring swift and effective responses to urgent facility issues.

Reports to : Senior Director of Facilities and Operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintenance and Repair

• Under the direction of the Senior Director of Facilities and Operations, oversee and manage the Museum’s HVAC system, including a chilled water setup, cooling tower, and Building Management System (BMS). Use the BMS to monitor and adjust settings for optimal performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure efficient energy use.
• Work closely with the Economic Development Corporation to coordinate maintenance of boilers and a set of fire systems (sprinklers, smoke heads), while independently managing the other set to ensure all fire systems are operational and compliant.
• Ensure regular inspections of the Museum’s elevator systems, coordinating both yearly and semi-annual inspections as required.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and inspections on plumbing, electrical, and pest control systems, identifying issues early to maintain functionality and a high standard of facility upkeep.
• Perform minor repairs, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical work, and coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs or larger projects as needed.

Contractor and Vendor Management

Facility and Event Support

Security and Emergency Response

Workplace Compliance

Personal qualifications

Preferred but Non-Mandatory Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Applicants must be able to :

Compensation / Benefits

The Buildings and Facilities manager position is full-time, year-round, with PTO, Medical / Dental / Vision benefits, an employee-funded 403b retirement plan, and other benefits.

The salary range is $65,000-$70,000, but compensation will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Email your resume and cover letter with “Buildings and Facilities Manager” in the subject line to : [email protected]. Applications without an attached cover letter will not be considered.

No phone calls, please.

Position open until filled, with priority given to applications submitted by November 30th.

South Street Seaport Museum is an equal opportunity employer. Non-traditional applicants and / or those with suitable alternatives to the above criteria are encouraged to apply. The Seaport Museum strongly encourages applications from members of groups underrepresented in careers related to museums; we seek to foster a collaborative and respectful work environment with a staff as diverse as New York City and our audience.