Facility & Operations - Project Manager

The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center (JCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a strong, inclusive community through wellness, education, culture, and social connection. We pride ourselves on offering welcoming, high-quality environments across all our locations for staff, members, and community partners.

Position Overview

Are you an experienced facilities or project management professional with a knack for vendor relations, cross-functional collaboration, and multi-site oversight?

We are seeking a proactive Operations & Facilities Project Manager to develop, implement, and maintain strategies that ensure top-tier facility management across our properties. Working directly with internal leadership, external contractor teams, and maintenance staff, this role ensures our buildings are clean, safe, well-maintained, and fully functional for our members, guests, and community partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Facility Management & Standards: Develop and execute an annual maintenance plan for ongoing upkeep, repairs, and capital improvements; perform monthly written facility evaluations regarding cleanliness and function.
• Multi-Site & Departmental Collaboration: Oversee operations at our Mequon Gan Ami site and the Milwaukee Jewish Community Food Pantry alongside onsite leadership. Collaborate closely with Events, Rentals, and Food Services, while providing secondary support to Camp Interlaken and Rainbow Day Camp.
• Contractor & Vendor Management: Supervise the Building Services department contractor and manage relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and partner organizations.
• Capital Projects & Improvements: Support facility design, remodeling, space utilization, and bid processes, from scope of work development through vendor selection and project completion.
• Security & Safety Protocols: Assist in implementing and maintaining facility security strategies, operational protocols, space layout safety, and staff security training.
• Budget & Inventory Control: Assist with budget monitoring, inventory tracking, equipment maintenance records, and prompt invoice processing.
• Emergency & On-Call Readiness: Maintain 24/7 on-call availability for facility or staffing emergencies and participate in Manager on Duty rotations (approx. 2–3 weekend shifts per year).

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, facility operations, building maintenance, or corporate real estate management (or an equivalent mix of education, technical training, and hands-on experience).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Communication & Leadership: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; proven ability to give/receive constructive feedback and foster teamwork.
• Problem-Solving & Agility: Strong time management skills, adaptability, and the ability to work independently while managing complex vendor and inter-agency relationships.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Commitment to working respectfully and inclusively within a diverse community environment.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

• Hands-on involvement across facilities, requiring frequent walking, standing, and light-to-moderate physical effort (lifting up to 10 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally).
• Availability on short notice outside standard hours to respond to facility emergencies.

Benefits

We're proud to provide a competitive salary and a comprehensive Total Talent Rewards package designed to recognize and support our people. Or culture prioritizes balance, growth, and well-being, with a generous perk that help our employees thrive both at work and beyond.

Listed below are some of the benefits that make the JCC a great place to work:

• Participation in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan, JCC contribution at 1 year of employment
• Paid time for vacation, personal or sick days
• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance coverage
• Paid observance of secular, religious, and floating holidays
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability at 1 year of employment
• 2-week sabbatical with stipend every 3 years of employment
• A commitment to professional development

In addition to our Total Talent Rewards package, we’re excited to offer a few uniquely JCC perks that make working here feel like being part of something special. These benefits are designed to help you connect, grow, and truly feel part of our community.

Complimentary Membership

Every active staff member enjoys a full JCC membership at no cost — giving you access to our fitness center, aquatics facility, and wellness programs. It’s our way of helping you stay as healthy and energized as the community you support.

Exclusive Program Discounts

Employees receive generous discounts on nearly all JCC programs, including early childhood education (daycare - infant -4K), camps, before & after school care, fitness and aquatics classes, cultural experiences, and enrichment opportunities. It’s just one more way we invite you to live the JCC experience right alongside our members.

EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Accessibility Statement

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee dot org.