Assistant Director, Facility Operations

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• ManagesthedaytodayoperationsofUniversityRecreationFacilities.
• Directsroutineandpreventativemaintenanceprocesses,overseesschedules,andensures proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Overseesfacilityreservationsandrentalactivities,includingfacilityuseagreements,invoicingand reconciliation, software management, and acting as department representative.
• Developsandmanagestheoperatingbudgetsfortheassignedfunctionalareatoensureprogram alignment with fiscal allocation. Monitors expenses, researches and recommends purchase options, prepares requisitions, and invoice reconciliation.
• Overseestherecruitment,hiring,andtrainingofstaffandparttimeOPSstaffthatassistin carrying out the goals and objectives of the functional area.
• Developsandimplementsriskmanagementandsafetyplans.EnsurescompliancewithFederal, State, and University safety regulations and policies. (OSHA, Florida State Fire Code, etc.)
• Participatesingoalsettingandlong-rangeplanning.Developsgoals,studentlearningoutcomes, and program objectives. Assists with the development and implementation of the overall departmental strategic plan.
• Collectsandanalyzesdatatoassessandevaluateprogramsandinitiatives.Preparesmonthly reports, presentations, and proposals.
• Assistsinthedevelopmentandimplementationofpolicies,procedurestoensureeffective operations.
• Stays currenton trendsand best practices to develop new and improved programming. Participatesinstate,regional,andnationalprofessionalorganizations,conferencesand workshops.
• Provides administrative oversight for University Recreation & Wellness’ membership services operation. Managesfacilityoperationaspectsofthemembershipmanagementsoftwareandensuresproper cash handling procedures. Assistsindevelopment,recommendation,andcoordinationofcapitalimprovementprojects, equipment purchases and installations.

Other Duties:

• Assistswithspecialprojectsasassigned.
• Performsotherjob-relateddutiesas assigned.
• ServesonassignedUniversityRecreation & Wellnessanduniversityworkteamsandcommitteesasneeded.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either eight years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’sdegreefromanaccreditedinstitutioninRecreationManagement,SportsAdministration,or closely related field and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or able to obtain within three months of employment.
• Full-time professional experience related to the position.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Recreation Management, Sports Administration, or closely related field.
• Two years of full-time professional experience in higher education campus recreation related to the position.
• Experience scheduling and supervising the work of students, support, and professional employees.
• ExperiencewithInnosoftFusionsoftware.
• CertificationasaCPR/AED/FirstAid Instructor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of campus recreation, facility operations, personnel management, and event management.
• Knowledge of risk management standards and practices.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Knowledge of marketing principles including promotion, fundraising, and public relations.
• Knowledge of budget control principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and competing demands are involved.
• Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals and objectives.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

Pay Grade 16

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.