Facility Operations Coordinator - Maintenance & Requests (CS26-116) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville – East St. Louis, Illinois

Positio Title: Facility Operations Coordinator - Maintenance & Requests (CS26-116)

Location: East St. Louis, IL
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Facility Operations Coordinator - Maintenance & Requests (CS26-116)

Overview

Are you interested in making an impact behind the scenes by helping keep early childhood centers safe, organized, and running smoothly.

If so, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Facility Operations Coordinator - Maintenance & Requests (CS26-116) to support the operations of six SIUE Head Start/Early Head Start managed centers across St. Clair County, Illinois.

• Schedule: Monday- Friday (8:00-4:30)
• University Vehicle Provided

Why SIUE Head Start/Early Head Start Program?

You will play a vital role in supporting high-quality early childhood environments across St. Clair County, Illinois to ensure safe, well-maintained learning spaces where young children can grow and learn.

What You Will Do

• Track and coordinate maintenance and operational requests across six program centers
• Coordinate purchases related to facility operations, i.e. supplies, maintenance, etc.
• Monitor and track transportation use, supply costs, and equipment inventory
• Coordinate facility leases and vendor-contracted services
• Ensure centers meet Head Start and health & safety regulations
• Respond to facility emergencies and coordinate solutions
• Assist with the review and creation of policies and procedures related to facility safety and operations
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance for the program's fleet

This role works closely with program leadership to ensure the centers' learning environments remain safe, compliant, and ready for children and families every day.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months)from the categories below:
   1. college course work in facility management, operations management, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
      • 60 semester hours or an Associate's Degree equals one (1) year (12 months)
   2. training from a vocational, technical, or an armed forces program which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience.
   3. work experience which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance and work orders, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience.
3. One (1) year (12 months) of supervisory or administrative experience which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance and work orders, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 2378 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .
Opening Date: 03/16/2026

Closing Date: 3/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/