Associate Director, Facilities

Atlanta , Georgia, Georgia State University, Department of Recreational Services, is searching for an outstanding candidate to fill the role of Associate Director, Facilities. The Associate Director for Recreation Facilities is directly responsible for all facilities managed by the Department of Recreational Services at Georgia State University. This position has direct supervision of (12) Full-time positions which include Coordinator of Facilities, Custodial Foreperson, Skills Trades Worker, Plumber II, Mechanical Equipment Inspector, and 7 Custodians. WHAT MAKES GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

Supervises and directly oversees the day-to-day management of the recreation department facilities. These facilities include the Student Recreation Center (161,000 sq foot facility), Indian Creek Recreation property including the Lodge (4,700 sq foot facility), Outpost, supporting offices/storage facilities, event lawn and Panthersville Recreation Complex which includes two flag football fields, two softball fields, storage garage, deck, bathrooms. Coordinate with University Facilities (Zone trades staff / Design and Construction), contractors, and vendors to ensure maintenance of stated facilities and equipment. Responsible for the overall facility management, vendors, and contract management. Develops strategic and preventive maintenance plans. Supervises facilities operation budget. Determines the financial resources required for operation, ensures appropriate expenditure in compliance with the university accounting and purchasing standards, and participates in the decision-making for the overall facilities budget. Develops and manages the facilities operation budget for grounds, facility maintenance, and custodial services. Develop plans to conduct and implement routine inspections of all facilities. Coordinates appropriate facility renovations and cleaning schedules during facility off cycles. Supervises department internal work order system. Develops semester and annual reports regarding facilities such as facility improvements, data entry, preventative maintenance plans, work requests, and equipment purchases. Facilities special events, coordinates scheduling set up, breakdown, and cleaning, and assists with reservations when needed. Serves department as facility liaison with the GSU Police, Facility Planning and Construction, Office of Risk Management, Property Management and Inventory Control, Renovations and Construction and Fire &Safety, and other university departments as needed.

Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee’s direct supervisor. Minimum Hiring Standards: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Higher Education, Sports Administration or related field and five years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Recreation, Construction Management, Higher Education, Sports Administration, or related field. 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in a collegiate recreation or facility management setting. Strong full-time professional staff supervision and evidence of staff supervision (including hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, payroll, and evaluation). Knowledge of liability issues as they apply to facilities, programs, and equipment. This position requires occasional nights and weekends. Application must be made through Georgia State University’s HR website https://hr.gsu.edu/. Reference position # 26001357 . Include 3 separate documents; a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least 3 professional reference names-1 reference must be a previous or current supervisor, phone numbers, and email addresses. For more information on the Department of Recreational Services, please refer to our website: http://recreation.gsu.edu/