Facilities Coordinator (Part-Time)

About the Washington National Opera

Founded in 1956 as a modest but intrepid ensemble known as the Opera Society of Washington, Washington National Opera (WNO) is today one of America’s largest opera companies. Under the leadership of General Director Timothy O’Leary and Artistic Director Francesca Zambello, WNO draws inspiration from a rich legacy built on the values of artistic excellence, engagement with a broad community, and a thriving future for opera and its audiences. As an artistic affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, WNO performs fall and spring seasons in the 2,200-seat Kennedy Center Opera House. WNO also offers performances on Millennium Stage and at other venues at the Center and throughout the city, and offers training, educational, and social impact programs year-round.

WNO Mission Statement: Washington National Opera, as a leader in opera and a flagship of the Kennedy Center, seeks to inspire, connect, and enrich our community, shape the future of opera, and illuminate the American and human experience. We tell timeless stories with programming that excites, entertains, engages, and educates. We are committed to diversity and balance – presenting classic, contemporary, and American works – to broad local, national, and international audiences.

WNO Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Inclusivity, Innovation, Joy

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. 

Job Description

Part-Time

The Facilities Coordinator cares for all Washington National Opera Studio related issues including maintenance, capital improvements, and day-to-day operations. The Coordinator will also serve as WNO Studio facilities liaison between WNO and the property management company.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform weekly building inspections for deficiencies. Coordinator service requests for WNO Studio including, but not limited to, custodial services, HVAC, passenger and freight elevators, security system, vending, etc. Schedule electrician, plumber, and repairman as necessary.
• Coordinate capital improvements for WNO Studio.
• Ensure coverage of WNO Studio front desk during office hours in coordination with Costume Department and Rehearsal Planning.
• Serve as WNO Studio facilities liaison between WNO and property management company.
• Manage the WNOS parking lot, space assignments, distribution and collection of passes. In collaboration with Kennedy Center Security, manage and track stock of building proximity badges and alarm codes.
• Coordinate facility rentals including responding to cold calls, contracting, and staffing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, OR commensurate experience in a similar capacity at a comparable organization
• 1-3 years of experience in facilities management, interest or experience with performing arts
• Experience with computerized information systems and their application, including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, knowledge of ArtsVision a strong plus.
• Experience managing building maintenance
• Ability to establish priorities. Multitask. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours (ie, meet building vendor before business hours etc.
• Interest in positive interpersonal interaction, openness to diverse work situations, and sense of humor strongly encouraged.
• This position occasionally lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud, based on rehearsal and/or performance elements. Travel of less than 5% may be required between the Kennedy Center and WNO Studio in Takoma, DC.