Job Vacancies @ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – 2 Positions

The Special Project Department provides an environment where temple patrons may have a positive and uplifting experience by building and maintaining temples at standards established by the First Presidency

During the construction of a temple, under the direction of the Project Manager, the Temple Facilities Manager will:

• Manage project materials and equipment procurement and verify that the materials and equipment meet the specifications and/or shop drawings and submittals
• Review and submit monthly contractor and subcontractor change orders as required by the Project Manager
• Participate in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status as directed by the Project Manager
• Ensure that onsite work activities and completed products comply with the project specifications and Church standards
• Evaluate the schedule as necessary to meet milestones
• Prepare regular project status reports for Church leadership
• Be the communication link between the Church, project manager, local government, architects, general contractor, and local leaders
• Interact with all Church departments to ensure that policy and procedures are carried out and objectives are met
• Participate in obtaining permits and resolving other regulatory requirements as required by Project Manager and Consultants

When Temple construction is complete, the successful candidate's responsibilities will transition to include, but not limited to the following:

• Ensure a smooth coordination of temple physical facilities administration through budget preparation, needs planning, report preparation, regular operational review
• Maintain a properly trained staff through course work and in organized "on the job training" programs and by selecting a highly qualified staff
• Ensure that work in session is of high quality and meet temple standards of excellence through regular supervision and facilities assessment
• Ensure that physical systems used in the temple operate at maximum efficiency though preventive maintenance
• Ensure proper pre-planning for renovation and closedown needs through coordination with architects, contractors, and planners, Temples and Special Projects Division
• Assist temple presidency or recorder as needed by performing special assignments as assigned
•  Ensure that all security risks and needs are met with utmost professionalism by overseeing the functioning of a coordinated security program for the temple and its environs

• Must hold a current / valid temple recommend
• Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science, Engineering or Facilities and/or Project Management or related field is required
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Construction Management, Industrial Plant or Large Commercial Maintenance of Facilities and Operations
• Minimum of two (2) years professional project management experience and a successful track record of managing a project from conceptual planning to completion
• Has an in-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes and construction laws and practices, which includes understanding building codes, design plans, construction drawings, and specifications for a given project
• Strong leadership, managerial, and interpersonal skills mandatory, with technical and organizational abilities required to direct a large physical plant operation
• Demonstrate ability to effectively work independently and as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals
• Demonstrate ability to professionally present self through in-person interactions and verbal and written communication
• Must possess strong financial and business acumen
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and associated packages and MS Programs
• Has a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a passport if/when necessary

This position supports the Church’s mission to bring souls unto Christ, by performing wide range of diverse clerical and general support to seminary, institute administrators, instructors, students, and local church leaders that help carry out the objective of Seminaries and Institutes of Religion

• The candidate shall provide clerical/administrative support to Seminary and Institute administrators, instructors, and local priesthood leaders
• Maintain computer databases
• Maintain and update local calendars
• Use computer software to perform data entry, student registration and generate reports; perform reception duties
• Maintain accurate student enrollment, attendance, and completion records
• The candidate shall also manage office operations including equipment function and maintenance, supplies, administration, and filling

• Bachelor's degree, HND Secretaryship & Management or a related qualification
• A minimum of three or more years of clerical or secretarial experience
• Requires a keyboarding speed of at least 60 wpm
• Must be able to operate a personal computer and have knowledge of Microsoft office applications, knowledge of e-mail etc.
• Provide accuracy, maintain strict confidences, perform tasks in timely manner
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact effectively with priesthood leaders, parents, and students and other customers
• Must be a Temple worthy member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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