Assistant Director- Grounds, Facilities & Event Management Operations - STA015557

$27,000 - $37,000/Yr

University of Houston - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Director of Grounds, Facilities & Event Management Operations at the University of Houston is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and management of athletic fields and facilities. This role supports the Athletic Department by ensuring the performance and readiness of grass and synthetic fields for intercollegiate athletics and special events. The position involves supervising daily operations, coordinating event management plans, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of event operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the performance of athletic department controlled grass and synthetic fields.
• Oversee general athletic grounds and assist with facilities and events management.
• Implement scheduled maintenance of all athletic fields and designated areas.
• Supervise the conversion, preparedness, and protection of athletic fields for events.
• Serve on the Events Management services team to ensure safe and efficient event operations.
• Coordinate the schedule of use, building security, and maintenance for assigned athletics facilities.
• Engage service providers to ensure proper custodial and maintenance services.
• Develop and execute event management plans for events in assigned facilities.
• Act as an ambassador for UH Athletics and the University of Houston.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent specialized training.
• Minimum of one year of directly job-related experience.
• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of grounds management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in event management or facilities management.
• Knowledge of athletic field maintenance practices.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.