Assistant Director, Athletics Facilities

Posting Details

Posting Details

Business Title Assistant Director, Athletics Facilities Posting Category Athletics Salary Grade 07 Salary Plan Professional Non Bargaining Hiring Range /Pay Rate Department Athletics Administration Department Description Position Location Main Campus FTE 1.0 Job Summary

Manages building operations for the Athletics Department. Directs preventative, routine, and corrective maintenance for the facility and its equipment. Works collaboratively with CSU staff to ensure a successful Division I Basketball game day in accordance with Cleveland State University (CSU), NCAA, and league policies. Serves as a liaison with stakeholders to ensure event success, venue safety, and outstanding customer service. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferably in sports management, business administration, facilities management, recreation administration, or related field.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in facility operations, event management, athletic operations, or building/facilities management. Experience includes any graduate assistant or internship roles.
• Ability to be flexible regarding daily work schedule, including the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver's license and ability to establish and maintain driver eligibility under CSU Driving and Motor Vehicle Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience overseeing facility or building operations for a NCAA Division I athletics environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of facility operations, building systems, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of event operations, venue setup, and breakdown procedures for athletic and special events.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, and event requirements related to athletic facilities.
• Knowledge of occupational safety standards, emergency preparedness, and risk management principles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to train, mentor, schedule, and evaluate staff.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in fast-paced event environments.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships with coaches, staff, students, vendors, contractors, and campus partners. Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee multiple events and facility operations simultaneously.
• Ability to evaluate facility conditions and recommend maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and implement established emergency procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Requisition Number PT0703962S Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting Special Instructions to Applicants Applicant Instructions

Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.

Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Advertising Copy Full Time/Part Time Full Time Posted Date 09/15/2026 Close Date/Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Review Begins 09/25/2026 Tentative Start Date

Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting

• Internal Job Posting

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• CSU Website

• Other

• If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.

• Yes

• No

• • Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

Application Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application