Operations Manager

***Local candidates only, this is on-site 5 days per week in New York, NY near Morningside Heights***Up to $30/hr depending on experienceJob Title: Manager of OperationsLocation: NYC 10032Hours: 35hrs work weekOnsite: 9am to 5pm (1 hour for lunch). 5 days in office3+ month contract; possible temp to perm depending on performanceMust Haves:*Bachelor’s degree*1+ years of operations experience including purchasing items and supporting events*Able to handle, lift and move furniture*Can perform minor repairs; carry out building tasks such as drilling, and mounting fixtures*Strong experience purchasing office/building items and coordinating delivery, such as heavy equipment and packages.*Proof of highest degree completed*Positive referencesPreferred:*Architecture, Planning, and Preservation or engineering firm experience*Higher education experienceJob Summary/Description:The manager of operations will assist with purchasing/ordering items for administrative operations. As well as assist with various administrative tasks related to the daily operations of the office. They will support the setup of open houses, orientations, conferences, and other school events. Meet with staff and faculty to understand their needs, coordinate with the University Facilities Office using the online ticketing system and in-person organization, and streamline maintenance and custodial operations in the university department. They must be comfortable handling, lifting and moving furniture, perform minor repairs, and carry out building tasks such as drilling, mounting fixtures, and coordinating the delivery of heavy equipment and packages.