Athletics Facilities and Operations Supervisor

JOB GOAL:

The Athletics Facilities and Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all district athletic facilities, venues, and related operations are maintained in a safe, functional, and event-ready condition. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance, game-day operations, and facility usage to support athletic programs and events across the district. Additional duties may be assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve (12) month (240 days) contract Pay 804 Grade Range 114 - plus benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon education and experience. FLSA: Non-Exempt

Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate's degree in Sports Management, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Management, or a related field; or

possession of a valid trade license (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Mechanical, or General Contractor).

• Demonstrated knowledge of athletic facility operations, event management, grounds maintenance, and building systems.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or athletic operations, preferably in a school district or sports environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or similar scheduling/work-order platform.
• Experience coordinating large-scale events, including athletics competitions, is strongly preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Little Rock School District (LRSD) assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students, as Federal and State Laws require. The following statements of duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required within this position.

• Oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and readiness of all athletic facilities, including stadiums, fields, gyms, locker rooms, and support spaces.
• Supervise and coordinate assigned maintenance staff, grounds crews, and event support personnel related to athletic facilities.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance and repairs to ensure facilities are safe and competition-ready.
• Manage and prioritize work orders through the CMMS, ensuring timely completion of routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate athletic event operations, including setup, breakdown, security coordination, custodial needs, and equipment readiness.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Athletics Department, school administrators, maintenance teams, and external vendors regarding facility use and operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of athletic facilities and grounds to ensure compliance with safety standards and quality expectations.
• Oversee field and grounds maintenance, including turf management, field lining, and seasonal preparation for various sports.
• Coordinate scheduling and use of athletic facilities for practices, games, and external events.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control of athletic facility equipment and supplies.
• Monitor contractor performance for outsourced services related to athletics facilities and projects.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, safety regulations, and applicable laws.
• Support emergency response efforts related to athletic facilities, including weather events or facility damage.
• Maintain records related to facility usage, maintenance activities, and event operations.
• Assist in hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising athletics facilities personnel.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development related to athletics operations and facilities management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for the supervision, either directly or indirectly, of all Maintenance and Operations skilled and semi-skilled employees.
• Responsible for planning and scheduling of maintenance activities throughout the District on a daily basis.
• Processes new work orders through established Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and reviews work requested to establish priorities, (routine, long-range, new construction, or emergency), assigns account charge-numbers and the appropriate system-code for scheduling both routine and preventive maintenance work orders. Annual volume exceeds 16,000 work orders.
• Plans, programs and schedules all work orders for minor construction, repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis for twelve work centers: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, paint, labor, mechanics, grounds, locks and keys, electronic systems, warehouse, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintains a daily adjustment of progress and status on projects and work orders that are underway by physical-plant shops and contractors. Submits data for completion of monthly activity reports and conducts a daily work-order-scheduling status-report through utilization of a data input computer.
• Daily coordinates all man-hours and material availability with maintenance technicians. t.
• Works with principals and other school personnel to coordinate maintenance activities with school programs.
• Inspects school buildings and grounds to ensure that a high standard of workmanship is maintained on in-house projects and contracted services.
• Responsible for purchases of maintenance equipment and supplies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Describes physical conditions of this position):

Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as Light Work.

Medium Work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Very Heavy Work Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Activity

(Physical activities of the job are listed below and are with or without accommodations for disabilities for this position. The frequency of each applicable activity is noted according to the following: R = Regularly; F = Frequently; O = Occasionally, S = Seldom)

R

Sitting

Resting with the body supported by the buttocks or thighs.

O

Standing

Assuming an upright position on the feet, particularly for sustained periods.

O

Walking

Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.

S

Climbing

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc. using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.

O

Balancing

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.

O

Bending

Lowering the body forward from the waist.

O

Stooping

Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist through the use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

O

Kneeling

Bending legs at the knee to come to rest on the knee or knees.

O

Crouching

Bending the body downward and forward by bending the leg and spine.

S

Crawling

Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet

S

Twisting

Moving the body from the waist using a turning motion.

F

Reaching

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction

O

Pushing

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

O

Pulling

Using upper extremities to drag haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

F

Lifting

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position- to position through the use of the upper extremities and back muscles.

R

Finger Dexterity

Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.

R

Grasping

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

R

Feeling

Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly of fingertips

R

Repetitive Motions

Substantial and continuous movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

R

Talking

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately, loudly, or quickly.