ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS FOR FACILITIES & OPERATIONS

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS FOR FACILITIES & OPERATIONS

FULL-TIME
Proposed Start Date: July 1, 2026

RATIONALE

As our athletic department continues to grow, the university requires dedicated leadership to ensure that our facilities and operations meet the standards of safety, excellence, and stewardship that align with our mission. Currently, responsibilities for facility oversight, event management, and risk mitigation are distributed across multiple staff members, creating inefficiencies and limiting our ability to provide consistent, high-quality experiences for student-athletes, staff, and visitors.

An Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities and Operations will centralize these functions, offering specialized expertise in scheduling, maintenance planning, compliance, and gameday management. This role will help protect and enhance our athletic facilities, support long-term capital planning, and strengthen collaboration across campus-specifically with the maintenance department.

Most importantly, this position aligns with our mission by promoting servant leadership and ensuring that every athletic space reflects our commitment to safety, hospitality, and Christ-centered excellence. Establishing this role is a strategic investment in the continued growth, operational effectiveness, and ministry impact of our athletics program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties of the Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities & Operations will include, but are not limited to:

Facility Management & Operations

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS FOR FACILITIES & OPERATIONS

FULL-TIME
Proposed Start Date: July 1, 2026

RATIONALE

As our athletic department continues to grow, the university requires dedicated leadership to ensure that our facilities and operations meet the standards of safety, excellence, and stewardship that align with our mission. Currently, responsibilities for facility oversight, event management, and risk mitigation are distributed across multiple staff members, creating inefficiencies and limiting our ability to provide consistent, high-quality experiences for student-athletes, staff, and visitors.

An Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities and Operations will centralize these functions, offering specialized expertise in scheduling, maintenance planning, compliance, and gameday management. This role will help protect and enhance our athletic facilities, support long-term capital planning, and strengthen collaboration across campus-specifically with the maintenance department.

Most importantly, this position aligns with our mission by promoting servant leadership and ensuring that every athletic space reflects our commitment to safety, hospitality, and Christ-centered excellence. Establishing this role is a strategic investment in the continued growth, operational effectiveness, and ministry impact of our athletics program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties of the Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities & Operations will include, but are not limited to:

Facility Management & Operations

• Provide daily oversight of all athletic facilities, ensuring they are clean, safe, well-maintained, and missionally aligned.

• Coordinate and prioritize facility maintenance, repairs, and upgrades in partnership with campus facilities and external vendors.

• Manage facility access, usage, and card control for athletic facilities and spaces.

• Develop and implement facility policies, procedures, and best practices that reflect NAIA standards and the university's Christ-centered values.

Transportation Coordinator

• Develop and manage bus transportation schedules for the athletic department.

• Communicate schedules and travel details to applicable coaches and staff.

• Oversee a team of part-time bus drivers, ensuring all drivers maintain missional alignment, proper credentials, and updated training.

• Oversee the proper use, fueling, and maintenance scheduling of athletic department vehicles.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Monitor facilities for safety hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.

• Oversee compliance with risk-management protocols, emergency action plans, and accessibility standards.

• Maintain records for inspections, certifications, and other compliance documentation.

Capital Planning & Resource Stewardship

• Assist in long-term planning for facility improvements, renovations, and capital projects.

• Help develop and monitor facility-related budgets.

• Steward university resources responsibly, seeking cost-effective solutions that maintain excellence.

Staff Leadership & Collaboration

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise student workers, event staff, and part-time facility personnel, including graduate assistants.

• Collaborate closely with coaches, athletic administrators, campus operations, and external partners.

• Serve as the primary contact between the athletic department and Conference Services and work collaboratively in the areas of facility scheduling and the summer conference schedule.

• Promote a culture of servant leadership, teamwork, and Christ-centered professionalism.

Community Engagement & Mission Integration

• Support a welcoming environment for students, faculty/staff, campus visitors, and community partners who use athletic spaces.

• Ensure that facilities, events, and staff interactions reflect the university's Christian mission and commitment to hospitality.

• Integrate faith-informed principles of stewardship, service, and integrity into all aspects of facility operations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Director of Athletics' Senior Leadership Team.

• Assist the Director of Athletics with the supervision of athletic teams, as assigned.

• Assist the Senior Associate Director of Athletics with gameday operations, including event set-up/tear-down, event staff supervision, and concessions.

• Serve on department and university committees as assigned.

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