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University of Missouri-Columbia · 5 hours ago

Director of Facility Operations – Intercollegiate Athletics

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$53K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking a Director of Facility Operations responsible for the comprehensive oversight of day-to-day athletic facilities operations. This position provides leadership for facilities maintenance, custodial services, project planning, and staff development while ensuring compliance with all Departmental, University, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Education

Diversity & Inclusion

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of all assigned athletic facilities to ensure safe, functional, and high-quality environments

Ensure facilities meet appearance, cleanliness, and operational standards

Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies, ensuring all equipment is properly maintained, certified, and available for use

Coordinate custodial and maintenance schedules to support practices, competitions, and departmental needs

Provide supervision of full-time and part-time facilities staff, including event day and changeover personnel

Develop workforce and staffing initiatives to ensure adequate coverage and professional execution of responsibilities

Evaluate staff performance and support training aligned with professional and industry standards

Plan and execute facility operations for athletic and external events, including setup, breakdown, and changeovers

Supervise facilities staff during competitions and special events

Develop detailed plans and layout as needed for events

Collaborate with internal partners to ensure seamless event execution

Plan, track, prioritize, and manage facility-related projects

Communicate project timelines, impacts, and progress with internal departments

Coordinate with campus partners, vendors, and contractors as needed

Support capital and non-capital improvement initiatives

Maintain expert-level knowledge of professional, industry, and regulatory standards applicable to athletic facilities

Ensure compliance with all University, SEC, NCAA, and applicable regulatory requirements

Represent the Department of Athletics in internal and external meetings and communications related to facilities operations

Support risk management and safety initiatives across all facilities

Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, effectiveness, and service quality

Identify opportunities for operational enhancements, cost savings, and best-practice implementation

Support long-term facilities planning and departmental strategic goals

Qualification

Facility Operations ManagementProject PlanningStaff LeadershipCompliance KnowledgeEvent ManagementContinuous ImprovementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

At least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired

Preferred

Prior experience in College Athletics Facility Operations

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

We are Mizzou! Our distinct mission, as Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, is to provide all Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.

Founded in 2011

Columbia, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

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