Careers at First Church

06/26/25

Facilities Manager Opening

REPORTS TO:  Director of Administration

STATUS:           10-12 hours per week

FSLA:               Non-exempt (hourly)

SUPERVISES:    Facilities Assistant and Facilities Maintenance Technician

EFFECTIVE:       v. 06/26/25

JOB SUMMARY:  The Facilities Manager is responsible for managing the maintenance of the church facilities, including cleaning and security.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manages maintenance, repair, and improvements of all church facilities, equipment, and grounds.
  • Maintains clean and inviting facilities using contracted cleaning company and Facilities Assistant.
  • Manages facilities security.
  • Maintains records and procedures of facilities operations.
  • Hires, supervises and trains Facilities Assistant and the Facilities Maintenance Technician.
  • Works with Director of Administration and Building & Grounds Staff Team to plan and execute major capital improvements projects.
  • Leads the Building and Grounds Staff Team.
  • Performs duties of Facilities Maintenance Technician and Facilities Assistant in their absence.
  • Employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to these duties and responsibilities.
  • Proven knowledge of methods and techniques used in maintenance and repair of facilities and grounds.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to move around the facilities to attend to maintenance and facilities use, and supervise staff.
  • The person in this position frequently converses on the phone and in person to convey information.
  • Must be physically able to operate a computer and some other office equipment.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

  • Technical Expertise: Skills to diagnose and initiate repairs to all facilities equipment, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
  • Time Management: Ability to perform necessary functions in a timely manner and prioritize all work.
  • Supervising Work: Daily supervision of Facility Assistant and Maintenance Technician as needed. Addressing problems and finding the correct ways to improve the problem.
  • Hiring and Staffing: Hiring personnel that possess the needed skills for the job. Working within the church hours and ensuring that the hours are addressed and staffed.
  • Delegation: Assigning the work load to the employees within their abilities; ensuring all work is scheduled in a timely manner.
  •  Written Communication: Assignments for the Facilities Assistant and Maintenance Technician to perform the operation of all church functions. E-mails to vendors and trades, staff and some church members.
  • Project Management: Overseeing all projects whether it is in-house labor, trades or a contractor-based project. Scheduling the different labor trades so the daily activities of the church and staff can continue.
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving: Ability to compare the different solutions to make the correct decisions and insure the best solution for the church.
  • Verbal Communication: Ability to communicate face to face with employees, all levels of staff, volunteers on committees, and congregation members.
  • Esthetic Awareness: Demonstrates an awareness of effective organization of space for different purposes; an orientation toward cleanliness and orderliness of space; appreciates the value and need for sacred space and how to physically tend to it.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter describing your most relevant experience to Jean Johnson. Position will be open until a candidate is found.

First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee is committed to building a community that is culturally diverse and encourages applications from people of all genders, sexualities, ages, races, ethnicities, histories, and bodies.

Bass Choral Scholar Opening

Position available for 2024-2025 church year

The First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee is currently accepting applications for a Bass Choral Scholar position in our church. This paid internship commences on Thursday, August 22nd and is designed to provide collegiate Music students the opportunity to gain performance experience in a liberal religious setting.

Choral Scholars sing with the First Unitarian Chancel Choir for rehearsals on Thursdays from 7:15 to 9:00 p.m. and for Sunday services when the choir is scheduled, typically about once a month between September and early June, plus one service on Christmas Eve. Sunday duties include warm-up/rehearsal at 8:15 a.m. and two church services at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Rehearsals start mid-August and end at the beginning of June. There may also be opportunities for Scholars to perform solos or in small groups for additional pay.

Choral Scholars are compensated $40 for each Thursday rehearsal and each Sunday service. We have an opening for a Bass choral scholar for the 2024-2025 church year.

A Unitarian Universalist congregation, the First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee affirms Music as a vitally important spiritual resource. Just as we can learn from Jesus, Buddha, and Mohammed, so too can we learn from J.S. Bach, John Coltrane, and Joan Baez. Indeed, our Sunday services are filled with music as varied as the beliefs of our congregation.

To be considered for an audition, please submit your resume to our Choral Director, Tristan Strelitzer, at tristan.strelitzer@uumilwaukee.org. Select candidates will be contacted to schedule an audition, which will consist of the following:

  • Two contrasting vocal solos of your choice, no more than 2 min. each. (Accompanist will be provided)
  • Sight-singing choral harmony
  • Short interview

The First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee is committed to building a community that is culturally diverse and encourages applications from people of all genders, sexualities, ages, races, ethnicities, histories, and bodies. If you have questions about the position, please contact Tristan Strelitzer by e-mail at this link or at 262-442-3508.