New Story

Education

FacilitiesManager

$70–80k State College, Pennsylvania, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Facilities Manager at New Story. Skills: Facility operations, Maintenance teams, Vendor management, Safety compliance. Lead maintenance technicians. Support facility personnel”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure safe environments; Ensure functional environments; Ensure welcoming environments; Support student success

Industry & Context.

Education
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel, Reliable transportation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3-5 years management experience, Experience overseeing facility operations, Knowledge of building systems, Knowledge of safety regulations, Valid driver's license, Reliable transportation

Nice to Have

Experience leading maintenance teams across multiple locations, Experience managing budgets, Experience managing contracts, Experience managing vendor relationships, Experience with preventive maintenance programs, Experience with facility management practices

What You'll Do.

Lead maintenance technicians

Support facility personnel

Oversee preventive maintenance programs

Oversee facility inspections

Manage service agreements

Ensure compliance with regulations

Support capital improvement projects

Support facility upgrades

Manage facility budgets

Manage operational expenditures

Partner with school leadership

Address facility needs

Maintain safe learning environments

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaboration with school leaders

Communication Scope

Communication skills

Process & Methodology

Capital projects

Full Job Description

At New Story, we believe every child has incredible potential. Guided by our values of integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and supportiveness, we deliver individualized education and therapeutic support that transforms lives. Join our team and make a lasting impact. As a Facilities Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our schools provide safe, functional, and welcoming environments for students and staff. The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing facility operations across an assigned portfolio of schools, leading maintenance teams, managing vendors and contractors, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Through strong leadership, operational oversight, and collaboration with school leaders, you will help maintain high-quality learning environments that support student success. What You’ll Need - 3–5 years of management experience leading maintenance or facilities teams across multiple locations - Experience overseeing facility operations, vendors, contractors, and maintenance programs - Knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance programs, and facility management practices - Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills - Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships - Knowledge of safety, fire, health, and building regulations - Ability to travel between assigned school locations - Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation What You’ll Do - Lead and support maintenance technicians and facility personnel - Oversee preventive maintenance programs, work orders, and facility inspections - Manage vendors, contractors, and service agreements - Ensure compliance with safety, health, fire, and building regulations - Support capital improvement projects and facility upgrades - Manage facility budgets and operational expenditures - Partner with school leadership to address facility needs and maintain safe learning environments Why

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