Environmental Services and Event Support Lead

Seattle Art Museum
Seattle, WA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for individuals who manage cleaning operations and supervise teams in a cultural institution setting.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with supervisory experience and technical expertise in janitorial and event support operations
    — “functional shift supervisor for other Environmental Services Technicians”
  • Professionals who can balance operational tasks with attention to detail and safety standards
    — “Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the safe use and operation of chemicals, equipment, and cleaning techniques”
  • Individuals with experience in high-traffic, public-facing environments like museums or cultural centers
    — “cleaning and activity support across all sites”

Things to consider

  • Candidates should be prepared for physical labor and equipment operation as part of the daily responsibilities
    — “Perform various manual tasks such as operating automatic floor scrubber, buffer, burnisher, and John Deere Gator vehicle”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with supervising teams and managing shift-based operations
    — “Provide shift-based supervision, guidance, and instruction as needed”
  • Emphasize familiarity with safety protocols and hazardous material handling
    — “Provide emergency spill response, environmental remediation, hazardous waste disposal”
  • Showcase ability to maintain and inspect facilities for cleanliness and minor damages
    — “Inspect assigned work areas and report per departmental procedures any burnt-out lights, non-working fixtures”
  • Demonstrate knowledge of diverse cleaning equipment and techniques
    — “Operate cleaning equipment such as battery-powered electric and manual equipment”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • improved facility cleanliness
  • efficient event support
  • positive customer feedback
Typical background
facility managementevent planningcleaning services

Skills & requirements

Required

Facility ManagementEvent CoordinationCleaning OperationsSafety Protocols

Preferred

Customer ServiceTeam Leadership

Stack & domain

Environmental ServicesEvent Support

About the role

Original posting from Seattle Art Museum via Lever

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Environmental Services and Event Support Lead is responsible for the coordination of and active execution of cleaning and activity support across all sites. This role serves as functional shift supervisor for other Environmental Services Technicians assigned to their shift. 

ABOUT SAM 

As SAM heads into its second century, we are boldly reimagining what we can and should be. Our goal is to be a model for the future of museums - a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. Embracing new ways of engaging communities and seeking innovative partnerships - all while keeping art and community at the center of what we do. This ambitious effort represents a transformative shift and radically redefining how art museums operate. This is a pivotal moment for SAM, and we are seeking great talent to join us on our journey. Working at SAM is not just a job—it's a chance to be part of a vibrant, creative community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Environmental Services 

Perform daily janitorial duties and general cleaning associated with various shift assignments of the facility, including but not limited to, cleaning, dusting, mopping, polishing of bathroom fixtures, counters, doors, furniture, high and low surfaces, partitions, sinks, showers, stainless steel, tables, walls, woodwork, and washing of mirrors, glass, and windows

Stock all necessary supplies in restrooms and throughout the facility

Work in accordance with facility standards and procedures

Provide emergency spill response, environmental remediation, hazardous waste disposal, and industrial cleaning

Pick up, transport, and removal of compost, recycling, and waste

Perform hard surface floor care including dust mopping, sweeping, and wet mopping

Complete carpet and upholstery care including spot cleaning, vacuuming, and use of carpet extractor

Operate cleaning equipment such as battery-powered electric and manual equipment, gas and electric blowers, mechanical floor polishers and scrubbers, brooms, dusters, vacuums, and wet mops

Clean and maintain carts, equipment, and storage areas associated with position

Demonstrateknowledge and skill in the safe use and operation of chemicals, equipment, and cleaning techniques necessary to maintain established safety and quality standards

Inspect assigned work areas and report per departmental procedures any burnt-out lights, non-working fixtures, graffiti, or minor damage such as scratches, gouges, and marks

Support the Security Department by immediately reporting anything out of the ordinary regarding the condition of the art and the integrity of locked or alarmed spaces

Provide support during periods of severe weather, building emergencies, and evacuations  

Perform various manual tasks such as operating automatic floor scrubber, buffer, burnisher, and John Deere Gator vehicle

Monitor supplies, equipment, and reports needs to supervisor

Perform audits and monitor museum spaces to ensure proper cleaning practices are being carried out in alignment with departmental standards

Provide shift-based supervision, guidance, and instruction as needed to Environmental Services and Event Support Technicians 

Event Support 

Compensation:

with a target hiring range of $54,487

Source: Seattle Art Museum careers (Lever)

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