Facilities Manager I

As MISO's Facilities Manager I you will oversee daily operations and contractor performance across MISO's locations ensuring reliable and efficient facility management. This role manages both critical and non-critical environments while maintaining high standards of safety, security, and customer service. You will partner with outsourced providers to deliver services that meet contractual, budgetary, and performance goals. In collaboration with business partners, this role supports MISO's real estate strategy and long-term facilities planning to enable 24/7 operations and align with the organization's evolving business needs.

Your responsibilities our Facilities Manager I include:

• Overseeing facility operations across assigned MISO sites and third-party providers to maintain reliable, secure, and efficient environments, including critical infrastructure and data centers.
• Developing, implementing, and enhancing best practices, systems, and processes (Facility Management Systems - FMS; Electrical Power Management Systems - EPMS, SLAs) to minimize operational risk, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners - including emergency response, contractors, and municipal or utility representatives - to ensure business continuity and strong stakeholder relationships.
• Supporting long-term facilities and real estate strategies by contributing to planning, budgeting, project execution, and cost-saving initiatives aligned with MISO's business goals.
• Monitoring and reporting performance metrics, identify optimization opportunities, and drive initiatives that enhance operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

To be successful Facilities Manager I, we're looking for the following skills/experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facility Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in facility operations, contractor management, budgeting, and forecasting; energy industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and ADA requirements, with the ability to ensure compliance across facilities.
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP), or equivalent IFMA certification preferred.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to develop long-term plans, manage budgets, and deliver operational excellence.

Additional experience in the following areas is highly preferred:

• Building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire safety systems).
• Maintenance planning preventative and reactive.
• International Facility Management Association (IFMA) certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP), or similar.
• Compliance familiarity with NERC CIP, OSHA, ADA and EPA.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future - it's what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $125,000 - $150,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

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