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Assistant Director - PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation

Worcester Polytechnic Institute · Worcester, MA · 1 mo ago
Business Development$63k–$73k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee all PERA facilities, including Harrington Auditorium, Sports & Recreation Center, Alumni Stadium, and the Rooftop Field Complex.
  • Provide daily leadership, training, development, and scheduling of all student and staff managing PERA facilities to support wellness, physical education, recreation, and athletics activities.
  • Work closely with campus facilities offices to coordinate the maintenance of all PERA facilities and equipment repair.
  • Manage and coordinate all PERA facility reservation requests for both internal and external groups.
  • Serve as the point person for external groups regarding contracts, risk management requirements, and operations of external activities.
  • Work closely with campus constituents on all major events that impact PERA facilities.
  • Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures for PERA Facilities, intramural, and recreational programming.
  • Assist the Associate Athletic Director, PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation, with their areas of responsibility, including club sports, wellness programs, recreation, and summer programming.
  • Direct and lead the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator in their responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., athletic administration, physical education, recreation management).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management, recreation programming, or a related field.
  • Proven ability to manage and supervise staff, develop policies and procedures, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with risk management and emergency preparedness.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Experience with event planning and coordination.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

  • Facilities management and maintenance.
  • Risk management.
  • Internal and external scheduling.
  • Student and support staff training and development.
  • Recreation and summer programming.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Comprehensive health insurance.
  • Retirement plan with employer match.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$62,500 – $72,500 per year (depending on experience)

Schedule

Full-time, flexible work schedule.

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