Facilities Specialist

Facilities Specialist (Seattle, WA)

The Bush School, a K-12 progressive, independent school located in Seattle, WA, is in search of an individual to join our Facilities Department as a Facilities Specialist, Safety & Security. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued and encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Facilities Specialist, Safety & Security reports to the Facilities Director and plays a key role in supporting campus operations and community safety during an active construction period and beyond. This position helps ensure the smooth and safe movement of students and staff between campus locations — including escorting Middle School classes between the Middle and Upper Campuses and assisting with daily lunch transitions to and from the MLK Community Center. The role also supports the Facilities team with general maintenance, event setup, transportation, and campus safety efforts. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic, community-centered environment and takes pride in keeping the school running smoothly and safely.

While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and duties listed below:

• Campus Supervision & Safety
• Facilities & Operations Support

Successful Candidates will:

• Have a philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values
• Maintain a strong work ethic, with high standards of professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide prompt, courteous customer service
• Have an open and collaborative work style with an openness to new ideas
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and sound judgment in decision-making
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Apply a detail-oriented approach to all work, with a high level of organization and accuracy

Additional Requirements:

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date, provided by the school)
• Washington State Driver’s License
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

Salary Range: $28.85-$31.25/hour (based on years of experience)

The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees, which includes:

• Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)
• Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees
• Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees
• Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
• Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents
• School lunch discounts
• Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
• Use of school fitness center
• Paid Time Off (sick leave, vacation, and personal days)
• Professional Development opportunities

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.

*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.