Miller Learning Center Facilities and Security Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14089P

Working Title

Miller Learning Center Facilities and Security Manager

Department

Libraries-MLC Operations

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

The UGA Libraries advance the University of Georgia's mission by providing the best possible access to recorded knowledge, actively contributing to the success of students and faculty through teaching and research services provided in physical and virtual environments, exemplifying the University's strategic priority to serve the people of Georgia and beyond, and upholding the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion. A member of the Association of Research Libraries with 75 faculty librarians and archivists, 150 staff and nearly 200 student workers, the UGA Libraries receive more than three million visits per year on average and provide services at nine locations across the Athens campus, among them the Main Library, Miller Learning Center, McBay Science Library, Special Collections Libraries and Music, Art and Education branch libraries. The UGA Libraries offer nationally distinctive special collections related to Georgia's history, politics, and public policy, and preserves one of the foremost media collections in public broadcasting. The UGA Libraries provide IT support for Georgia Library Learning Online ( GALILEO ), Georgia's statewide virtual library initiative, and is home to the UGA Press and Georgia Review literary journal. Please visit libs.uga.edu for more information.

College / Unit / Department website

libs.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M - F; 8 hrs / day; some evening and weekend work may be required.

Advertised Salary

Minimum $55,000

Posting Date

09 / 04 / 2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

10 / 06 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Position Information

Classification Title

Facilities Professional I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Position Summary

The Miller Learning Center Facilities and Security Manager reports to the Libraries Facilities Director and has primary responsibility for planning and coordinating facility and security management for the University of Georgia Miller Learning Center ( MLC ), a 24 / 5 academic classroom and library facility that is 200,000 sqft and receives more than 2 million visitors annually. The Manager supervises a team of approximately 5 full time staff and a student workforce of about 20, ensuring the safety of building personnel and patrons, facilitating work with UGA's Facilities Management Division concerning facilities operations and maintenance issues, maintaining environmental / safety regulation compliance including coordination of emergency plans and operations, as well as monitoring reservations and events in both classrooms and public spaces.

Work involves managing personnel, developing appropriate policies and programs, monitoring the building and grounds, responding to emergency situations, ordering and inventorying supplies and equipment, and scheduling and monitoring a sophisticated intrusion, fire alarm, camera system, and card access.

Assignments are carried out under established policies and procedures and the employee must exercise quick, independent, and sound judgment and display initiative in applying resolution to emergency situations that arise. The Manager is expected to work at night and on weekends as needed and to be recallable for duty in 30 minutes to respond to after-hour emergencies or security issues. The Manager is a member of the Libraries facilities management team which includes personnel in the Main Library, McBay Science Library, and Special Collections Library, in addition to the Miller Learning Center.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Knowledge of security procedures;

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patrons, staff;

Ability to effectively manage and delegate the work of others in a team environment;

Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills;

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;

Experience using software and maintaining hardware for building access control and management;

Physical Demands

Walking and standing for long periods of time; Lifting / pushing 25-40 lbs; Climbing stairs; Administering basic first aid and AED .

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Manages Miller Learning Center building operations and support by hiring, training, delegating, and evaluating the work of the MLC security team, which consists of approximately 5 full time staff reports and 20 student workers.

Monitors and resolves problems concerning facility usage, operations, equipment malfunction, etc. by liaising with appropriate partners which may include the MLC custodial team, Libraries Student Success team, the Facilities Management Division, and off-campus maintenance personnel

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Manages the MLC's emergency preparedness program by providing on-site leadership for response to emergency situations, monitoring and responding to the alarm systems, developing detailed emergency procedures for the building, training other building staff to provide basic assistance, and handling related issues and problems according to departmental and university safety and security policies.

Monitors maintenance of all fire, security, and camera systems and acts as liaison with vendors and / or installers of these systems; Acts as liaison with campus administrators and vendors to resolve issues, provide training needs, and install upgrades for the building's access and control system.

Promotes access and security of MLC and by coordinating the assignment, order, and return of appropriate keys and maintenance and repair of all locks.

Percentage of time

20

Duties / Responsibilities

Formulates, implements, interprets, and assesses all facilities usage and security policies and procedures, by maintaining awareness of and anticipating changes and needs, and communicating and discussing those needs with appropriate campus personnel from Facilities Management Division, ESD and Public Safety.

Organizes and provides security coverage for special events (including home football games) by assessing security needs and providing personnel.

Coordinates the daily building schedule and usage by monitoring and programming the security system and surveillance cameras, lighting systems, completing correspondence, usage statistics, building signage, and hours listings.

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Organize and manage Community Service fulfillment at the MLC by working with the Office of Student Conduct and the Student to fulfill their assigned hours on campus.

Percentage of time

10

Duties / Responsibilities

Keeps the Director of the MLC Library and other appropriate personnel informed of facilities, security and related issues by communicating and interpreting appropriate university policies and procedures, concerns and issues.

Prepares and routes statistical reports and logs, and maintains updated manuals as needed by reviewing all daily procedures and revising information to reflect changes in the unit.

Participates in general administrative functions by serving on appropriate MLC , Library, or campus work groups or committees.

Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned to facilitate the workflow throughout the Department.

Percentage of time

10