*Apply by 11/27/25

University of Washington Recreation has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Director for Facilities to join their team. 

University of Washington Recreation’s mission is to provide safe, accessible, and dynamic recreation experiences to engage students in growth and wellbeing.

The Assistant Director for Facilities is responsible for Recreation’s building and grounds maintenance program, including the Intramural Activities (IMA) Building, Waterfront Activities Center, Golf Range, ASUW Shell House, six outdoor fields (approximately 20 acres), thirteen tennis courts, one outdoor basketball court, and two outdoor sand volleyball courts. All facilities operate seven days per week.

They supervise thirteen full-time classified staff members, a custodial supervisor, and are responsible for establishing the policies, procedures, and methods necessary to ensure the success of the program, with safety and risk mitigation as a top priority. Establishing work timelines, monitoring the completion of maintenance work requests, and inspecting custodian work to ensure that the duties are fulfilled in accordance with department priorities are key components of the position.

This position reports to the Associate Director, serves on the department’s Extended Executive Team, and interacts with department staff on all initiatives related to the operational needs for Recreation.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following represents a variety of the responsibilities assigned to the person in this position. The examples represent typical work, but are not intended to be inclusive of all duties required for this position:

Personnel 

• Directly supervise thirteen full-time custodial and maintenance staff, the custodial supervisor, as well as the manager of the Golf Range. Provide functional leadership to all areas of supervision. 

• Ensure employees have proper up-to-date University required trainings and program or area specific certifications.

• Direct employees and schedules to meet University and union employee requirements.

Building and Grounds Maintenance

• Serve as the department liaison with outside contractors and UW Facilities to oversee and track building improvement or repair projects. 

• Supervise maintenance of the IMA and Pavilion swimming pools, including water quality testing, mechanical and electrical delivery systems required to meet county and state health and safety regulations. 

• Maintain facility, grounds, and equipment inspection logs and online maintenance requests as part of the department’s Risk Management program. Review all facility repair items and assign tasks to appropriate staff. 

• Supervise grounds maintenance and field/court preparation for sports activities. 

Procurement and Budgeting

• Purchase and supervise maintenance of 500+ pieces of exercise equipment, including cardio and weight machines.

• Purchase custodial, maintenance, and pool supplies.

• Develop and prepare annual departmental maintenance and custodial budgets. Monitor and control expenditures. 

Other

• Represent Recreation on Student Life and Campus-wide committees.  Be an active member of the campus community, supporting students and colleagues.

• Work cooperatively with other members of the Rec staff in the interest of providing a comprehensive program of recreation activities designed to meet the needs of students and other members of the University community.

• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree. Equivalent experience can substitute for degree requirement.

• 3-4 years of applicable work experience in Recreation facilities’ building and grounds maintenance.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. 

Additional Requirements:

• Must demonstrate knowledge of swimming pool maintenance (CPO required), grounds keeping, sport court repair, custodian practices and cardio/strength equipment maintenance.   

• Must maintain current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

• Possess interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and colleagues.

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership/management skills.

DESIRED:

• Work experience in a college/university campus recreation department or community parks and recreation department.  

About University of Washington Recreation

University of Washington Recreation provides safe, accessible, and dynamic recreation experiences to engage students in growth and wellbeing. UW is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

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