Boise State University invites interested applicants to apply for the position of Associate Director, Facilities and Operations and become a part of the Campus Recreation team as we build an engaged community that encourages healthy, active people and enhances student success. The Associate Director of Facilities and Operations is responsible for the overall, day-to-day operations of the Student Recreation Center which includes facility maintenance and custodial services, capital projects, space planning, and risk management. The Associate Director of Facilities and Operations will also be indirectly responsible for the related personnel functions of direct reports including facility scheduling and event management, membership services, and aquatics. The Associate Director will directly supervise the Assistant Director of Facilities and Aquatics, the Coordinator of Member Services, and three Night Custodians while indirectly supervising the Coordinator of Aquatics and Safety and approximately 80 student staff members on the Facility Operations Team. The Associate Director of Facilities and Operations will report to the Director of Campus Recreation.

This is a perfect job for you if you:

• Are self-motivated and results orientated
• Enjoy building collaborative relationships
• Are not afraid to try new things
• Take ownership in building a positive work culture
• Can create opportunities for staff members to learn and grow

You will join a team that is creating an exciting environment, values collaboration and teamwork, and is welcoming to all Boise State students, faculty and staff. We are creating a workplace that values the voices and contributions of employees at all levels, listens, and responds to our community.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Provide leadership in the areas of Facility Operations, Membership Services, Facility Maintenance and Custodial Operations, Aquatics, and Risk Management.
• Supervise full-time professional and classified staff including the Assistant Director of Facilities and Aquatics, Coordinator of Member Services, and three Night Custodians. 
• Serve as the department Affiliate Project Manager as a liaison to A&E Services for small and large capital improvement projects.
• Manage the regular and preventative maintenance of Campus Recreation facilities to maintain and repair critical building assets, building systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Develop short and long-term strategies to modernize facility spaces, improve space utilization, and plan for campus growth.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process for Campus Recreation.
• Serve as the department liaison to a third-party vendor for fitness equipment maintenance as well as the procurement of new fitness equipment assets for the Student Recreation Center.

Application Instructions:

For full consideration, please submit application materials on the Boise State Careers webpage by October 6, 2024. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 7 years of experience including 3 years managerial experience

About Boise State University

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

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