Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System

Facilities Coordinator

Job Posting

The Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System has an opening for a Facilities Coordinator position located on the island of St. Thomas. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment for the System.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Ensure that the grounds, facilities, vehicles, and equipment for Mountain Top and Haypiece are properly maintained and secured at all times, as required;

·         Serve as the facilities’ 24-hours a day contact person to mitigate any problems with the facilities and/or entities that rent space at the facilities;

·         Ability to drive the System’s mobile Production Vehicle;

·         Coordinate vehicle movement between islands;

·         Serve as the liaison to VITEMA;

·         Make minor maintenance repairs to the facilities and manage the petty cash funds for miscellaneous items and repairs;

·         Check mail box and ensure mail is securely brought to the System;

·         Coordinate soliciting of contractors;

·         Manage cleaning contracts for facilities to ensure that cleaning is done as per contract requirements;

·         Secure facilities in the event of an emergency and/or natural disaster;

·         Order cleaning/supply items for the System and ensure that both sites on St. Thomas are stocked with necessary items;

·         Assist in supplying manpower and coordinate logistics for company sponsored events;

·         Ensure that the facilities are safe and in compliance with OSHA and ADA requirements; and

·         Maintain good relationships with vendors and service providers.

Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or equivalent;

·         Prior maintenance experience and the ability to perform minor repairs; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job;

·         Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations;

·         Knowledge of ADA regulations and compliance;

·         Prior facilities management experience needed;

·         Good written and oral skills;

·         Computer literate in Microsoft Office;

·         Ability to work flexible hours and be on-call to address emergencies for the System;

·         Excellent driving history and ability to drive mobile Production Vehicle with a valid USVI Driver’s License;

·         Ability to travel and overnight as needed; and

·         Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) current professional letters of recommendation by August 30, 2017, to:

Diane C. Richardson, PHR, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Director

Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System

P.O. Box 7879

St. Thomas, VI 00801

Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System is an Equal Opportunity Employer