Assistant Director - PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation

Worcester Polytechnic InstituteWorcester, MA
$62,500 - $72,500Onsite

About The Position

WPI is searching for a dynamic individual for our full-time position, Assistant Director of Facilities Operations & Recreation. The successful candidate Assists the Associate Athletic Director-PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation in the supervision and management of daily operations of the Department of Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics (PERA) facilities and recreational programming. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to: facilities management and maintenance, risk management, internal and external scheduling, student and support staff training and development, recreation and summer programming. Supervise the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator.

Requirements

  • Supervise the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee all PERA facilities, including Harrington Auditorium, Sports & Recreation Center, Alumni Stadium, and the Rooftop Field Complex.
  • Provide daily leadership, training, development, and scheduling of all student and staff managing PERA facilities to support wellness, physical education, recreation, and athletics activities.
  • Work closely with campus facilities offices to coordinate the maintenance of all PERA facilities and equipment repair.
  • Manage and coordinate all PERA facility reservation requests for both internal and external groups.
  • Serve as the point person for external groups regarding contracts, risk management requirements, and operations of external activities.
  • Work closely with campus constituents on all major events that impact PERA facilities.
  • Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures for PERA Facilities, intramural, and recreational programming.
  • Assist the Associate Athletic Director, PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation, with their areas of responsibility, including club sports, wellness programs, recreation, and summer programming.
  • Direct and lead the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator in their responsibilities.
  • Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

  • paid time off
  • health insurance
  • life and long-term disability insurance
  • retirement savings plans
  • tuition assistance
  • flexible spending accounts
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