Role Snapshot
The Facilities Coordinator assists with internal office operations, relocations, and furniture management at First Book, a nonprofit dedicated to providing educational resources to underserved communities. This role provides essential building services support to ensure an organized and functional workplace.
Job Description
ABOUT FIRST BOOK
First Book is a leading nonprofit social enterprise dedicated to removing barriers to quality education for children in need. Through innovative public–private partnerships and a national network of more than 600,000 educators, program leaders, and community organizations, First Book has distributed over 250 million books and educational resources to under-resourced communities. Our work spans e-commerce (First Book Marketplace), research and insights (First Book R&I), and tailored program development (First Book Accelerator), all designed to elevate the voices and needs of educators serving children in low-income communities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Facility Services Coordinator is responsible for assisting with internal office relocations; acquiring and installing office furniture; maintaining the storage facility; assembling, repairing, destroying, and removing office furniture; and providing building services support as needed by the Facilities Manager.
WHAT YOU’LL OWN
- Assist staff with general office needs. (Installing whiteboards, bulletin boards, pictures, etc.)
- Assist with internal office moves
- Assist with the acquisition of office furniture
- Responsible for conference room setup for all-inclusive staff meetings
- Maintain storage facility
- Transport office files to storage facility as needed
- Assemble, repair, destroy, and remove office furniture from FB office space as needed
- Install office equipment as needed. (shredders, a/c unit, water dispenser, refrigerators)
- Prepare vacant office for incoming staff
- Other office and facilities duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS (Baseline requirements and physical/functional capabilities)
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
EDUCATION (Formal credentials only)
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE (Demonstrated competencies and prior work history)
- Two years of office manager or building assistant experience
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Total Rewards - In compliance with the District of Columbia Wage Transparency Act, First Book will provide the pay range for this position to applicants upon request or as part of the job posting.
Hourly Rate: $25.00
All full-time employees are eligible for the following:
- Employer-provided parking stipend (Washington, DC)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
TO APPLY
- Submit a resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in this position.
- Only applications submitted through First Book's approved platform will be considered.
- Applications submitted through external or unapproved sites will not be reviewed.
- First Book does not accept unsolicited recruiter submissions and does not pay fees for resumes submitted outside of a formal written agreement.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
First Book is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, District of Columbia, or local law.
ACCOMMODATIONS
First Book is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants requiring accommodations during the application or interview process should submit a written request to First Book’s Human Resources department.
WORK PRESENCE & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
- The role is structured as a hybrid position.
- Therefore, this position requires regular in-office presence at First Book's Washington, DC office on designated days to support internal collaboration and partnership activities.
- Reasonable accommodation will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
CONNECT WITH FIRST BOOK
https://www.facebook.com/FirstBook