Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Facilities and Operations Department at the University of Michigan is searching for a Facilities Assistant to join our team and support the historic Alexander G. Ruthven Building. This position will report to the building manager, and will support facilities operations.  This position is 100% onsite and will need to have flexibility of hours/weekends depending on events/maintenance within the facility.

The Alexander G. Ruthven has 152,000 gsf and houses: office suites, community spaces,  kitchens, workrooms, wellness center, shared loading dock, and multiple conference rooms of various sizes, outfitted with technology for in-room display and video-conferencing. Ruthven contains University Hall - an event facility with pre-function space, green room and an additional catering kitchen - that first-and-foremost host the monthly Regents Meetings and other large events (banquets, symposia and conferences) sponsored by the units that reside in Ruthven.

This position will regularly interact with senior leaders, faculty, staff, and students across departments, colleges, and units. For a growth-oriented individual interested in a career path in higher education, this position provides an exciting opportunity to experience the full breadth of the university, support the University's Administrative offices, and build professional connections.
 

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care, that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

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Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Additional Information

Facilities and Operations (F&O) seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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