Assistant Director, Facilities Operations - Florida Atlantic University

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Position Summary:


Florida Atlantic University is seeking and Assistant Director, Facilities Operations. - Boca Raton, FL.




The Assistant Director of Facility Operations will provide functional leadership for the Facility Operations program area. The Assistant Director’s responsibilities include risk management, enforcing policies and procedures, and compliance with FAU and applicable national standards and best practices.




Summary of Responsibilities:




Facility Operations:

+ Primary responsibilities will include the daily management, scheduling, maintenance, budget, and repair of the following facilities: Boca’s Recreation & Fitness Center, Pool, Track & Field Complex, outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, Henderson Fields, and all other fields associated with Campus Recreation where appropriate.

+ Ensure facility rentals are consistent with University and state guidelines. Oversee formal user agreements and facility scheduling by both internal and external groups.

+ Ensure all facilities operate within required risk management procedures and oversee the implementation of standardized safety practices.

+ Partner with FAU Buildings and Grounds and outside vendors to schedule and oversee ongoing maintenance projects. Coordinate and monitor building remodeling projects.

+ Work with the department’s leadership team to ensure accurate records for general maintenance, replacement, and repairs for all facilities are kept.

+ Provide support and input with regard to custodial services contracts and develop and maintain schedules for daily/weekly/annual facility cleaning on all campuses.

+ Develop and maintain daily/weekly/annual facility and equipment cleaning schedules.

+ Assist with recommendations for partner campus operations and procedures.

+ Oversee compliance with FAU and applicable national standards and regulations.






Programming and Certifications:

+ Coordinate and/or teach American Red Cross CPR/First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogen, and AED certification courses for all departmental staff.

+ Obtain and maintain an appropriate certification/license for aquatic facilities.

+ Assist in the development of programming for aquatics.






Assessment:

+ Assist with development of the departmental strategic plan and annual assessment materials.

+ Make decisions based on alignment with and achievement of the department’s strategic plan and action steps.

+ Assist with preparing monthly and annual reports.






Staff Development and Supervision:

+ Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the Coordinator of Reservations and Operations.

+ Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and schedule student operations and lifeguard staff.

+ Plan and implement staff onboarding, monthly in-service training, staff development, and team initiatives. Maintain documentation of all required certifications and trainings.

+ Contribute to the development and submission of operations assessments and evaluations related to student development, including technical skills, student learning outcomes, and leadership.

+ Assist with Division student training and development initiatives.

+ Assist in the hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of custodial staff.

+ May assist in the hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of partner campus student staff.

+ Assist in the preparation of the department’s budget.

+ Other duties as assigned.







FAU Benefits and Perks


If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

+ Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

+ State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

+ State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

+ Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

+ Sick Leave Pool Program

+ Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

+ Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

+ Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).






For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php





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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.





Salary:

$54,000 - $60,000 per year.





College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs: Campus Recreation - Operations





Location:

Boca Raton





Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. -5:00p.m. with some nights and weekends





Application Deadline:

2025-01-17





Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.


APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter


OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711


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Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.




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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers


Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.