Facilities Manager

About Luria Academy

At Luria Academy of Brooklyn (www.luria-academy.org), we are inspiring a new generation of leaders, creators, thinkers and engaged citizens. Our two campuses serve 320 students in preschool through 8th grade.

Luria offers a sophisticated Jewish day school education in a progressive environment. Our students come from a wide range of religious and economic backgrounds. At Luria, students are encouraged to be curious, to embrace one another’s differences and to engage in respectful dialogue.

Our staff reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Luria educators, administrators, and operations team members come from a range of faiths, nationalities, cultural backgrounds, and lived experiences. That mix is part of what makes Luria feel like Luria and we actively welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our commitment to children, curiosity, and respectful community.

Position Summary

The Facilities Manager is a hands-on working supervisor responsible for the daily operations, maintenance, safety, and security of Luria’s two buildings. This role keeps our facilities safe, clean, and fully operational for students, staff, families, and weekend community users; and does so as a kind, friendly, welcoming and recognizable face in our school community.

We are looking for someone who is genuinely social and outgoing. The Facilities Manager interacts daily with faculty, vendors, contractors, security guards, inspectors, and weekend rental partners and community groups. The right person enjoys those interactions, builds rapport easily, and represents the school well in every one of them.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee daily operation, cleanliness, and functionality of both buildings and grounds, performing hands-on repairs and maintenance alongside the team.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff and contracted cleaning crews; serve as a working member of the team, when necessary but knows when administrative duties take priority.
• Ensure outsourced services (cleaning, waste removal, pest control, HVAC maintenance, etc.) are performing to the highest standards and fulfilling contracted duties.
• Execute preventative maintenance schedules (monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, annually, etc.); track and close out repair requests in Asana in a timely, organized way.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and building supplies; reorder before items run out.
• Open the buildings on scheduled mornings and respond to weather-related needs (snow removal, storm prep, emergency repairs).
• Recommend new tools, cleaning products, and maintenance techniques with a focus on cleanliness and safety.

Vendor & Project Management

• Serve as primary liaison for facilities vendors including HVAC, elevator, pest control, cleaning, waste removal, and security systems.
• Coordinate vendor visits, hold vendors accountable to scope and contract terms, and escalate quality or timeliness issues.
• Support facilities and capital improvement projects from planning through completion, in partnership with the Operations team leaders.
• Review facilities-related invoices for accuracy before approving payment.

Safety & Security

• Supervise and schedule contracted security personnel across both buildings.
• Ensure security cameras, access control, and intercoms are fully operational; coordinate troubleshooting and technical support.
• Conduct and document monthly fire extinguisher inspections at both buildings.
• Monitor AED equipment, and supply currency.
• Serve as a member of the school’s Emergency Response Team (ERT); participate in and support emergency drills.

Compliance & Government Relations

• Manage interactions with NYPD, FDNY, DOB, DOHMH, and other regulatory agencies.
• Address building violations, coordinate inspections, and support contesting fines when appropriate.
• Escalate compliance risks and safety concerns to the Director of Operations promptly.

Event & Rental Coordination

• Partner with the Advancement team, faculty, and event organizers to support setup of school events, meetings, and community programming.
• Saturday coverage is a core part of this role, not an exception. Serve as the on-site liaison for Shul, prayer groups and short-term rentals: setup, vendor oversight, security coordination, and post-event restoration of the space.
• Build and maintain warm working relationships with recurring rental partners.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of facilities, building operations, or maintenance experience; preferably in a school, nonprofit, religious institution, or community setting.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and outside contractors with clarity, fairness, and follow-through.
• Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical basics), safety procedures, and vendor management.
• Experience interacting with NYC regulatory agencies (DOB, FDNY, DOHMH) strongly preferred.
• Energized by working in buildings full of children; calm, friendly, and appropriate in interactions with students and families.
• Strong organizational skills; able to track many open items at once without things falling through the cracks.
• Comfortable with Google Workspace (email, basic spreadsheets, etc.) and digital operations management/productivity tools.
• Availability to work Tuesday through Saturday, including occasional evenings, Sundays and the full range of school events.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and fingerprinting as mandated by New York State to work in schools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and stand or move throughout the buildings for extended periods.
• Ability to move between Luria’s two buildings (a short walk apart) each day as needed.
• Available for on-call response to urgent facilities or security issues outside scheduled hours.

Who Will Thrive in This Role

• Social, outgoing, and energized by daily interaction with children, families, staff, and outside partners.
• Hands-on and dependable, someone who knows when to pick up the wrench rather than only assigning the task.
• Calm and steady under pressure: a leaking pipe, a stuck elevator, and a renter question can all arrive at once.
• Strong customer-service instincts and a genuine warmth toward the school community.
• Organized and follow-through-oriented; takes pride in closing the loop.
• Committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-functioning environment for kids, families, and staff.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range of $70,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Paid time off plus designated paid school holidays (not all school holidays)
• Professional development support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Luria Academy of Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a staff that reflects the diversity of the families and students we serve, and we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience and why this role appeals to you. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

• Salary range of $70,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Paid time off plus designated paid school holidays (not all school holidays)
• Professional development support.