Director of Athletic Facilities

Department: Office of Athletics | Exempt (12 months), Full-time (40 Hours)

About the Role

The Director of Athletic Facilities will report to the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics (VPIA) and is responsible for the overall management and maintenance of the University of Redlands Athletics Facilities. This position will sit on the Athletic Operations Team as well as the Athletics Leadership Team. Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours is required, as well as the ability to travel if needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of facility management for University of Redlands Athletics, including maintenance, scheduling, and improvements.
• Manage master facility calendars and scheduling systems (including all MUSCO lighting).
• Balance scheduling for varsity, club sports, intramurals, campus events, and external rentals.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive project management plan for all athletic facilities, including new construction and renovations.
• Collaborate with coaches, staff, and external partners to identify facility needs and prioritize projects.
• Manage the budget for facility maintenance and projects, ensuring all expenses are within budget and properly documented.
• Coordinate maintenance, work orders, and preventive care with the campus facilities office.
• Maintain and train coaches/staff on Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) with Sports Medicine Staff.
• Serve as the main point of contact for Event Services and external rentals utilizing athletic facilities.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure timely and quality completion of projects.
• Ensure all athletic facilities comply with safety and accessibility standards.
• Serve as a liaison between the athletic department and other on-campus departments to coordinate facility usage and resolve conflicts.
• Supervise, plan, direct, and assign work of assigned staff; make hiring and disciplinary decisions; provide feedback on performance and approve timesheets.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience working with collegiate athletic facilities.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license with a good driving record (out-of-state licenses accepted until appointment; California license must be obtained within 10 days of appointment).

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Aptitude to learn new and evolving technology and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
• Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Competency in interacting with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily on-site at athletic facilities, offices, and event venues.
• Frequent movement between indoor and outdoor locations, including stadiums, fields, gymnasiums, and aquatic centers.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events and facility inspections.
• Occasional lifting and moving of equipment (up to 25-50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in varied weather conditions during outdoor activities.

Pay

Salary range: $70,304 - $78,000