Kennesaw State University
Director, Capital Projects and Facilities, Athletics
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156
Overview
Job Title: Director, Capital Projects and Facilities, Athletics
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 291291
Responsible for Capital Project and Facility support for KSU intercollegiate athletic programs and assigned sport programs, administrative areas, and general department operations. Oversees long term planning and compliance related to facilities and capital projects.
Responsibilities
Serves as facility manager for assigned Athletics facilities
Engages and holds accountable service providers to ensure proper custodial and maintenance for assigned athletics facilities and grounds
Supervises athletics grounds staff to ensure assigned athletics facilities are properly maintained and prepared for competition
In conjunction with unit leadership, monitors facility operations and event operations budgets
Supports future budget planning for athletic facilities through the identification of functional enhancements and deferred maintenance needs
Oversees daily management of all athletic facilities and equipment
Oversees inventory control, maintenance, and replacement plans for athletic facilities and related equipment
Coordinates facility maintenance with university physical plant and environmental services
Tracks and manages all Athletic department work orders
Coordinates scheduling and maintenance of vehicles for athletic and campus-wide use
Leads strategic planning and execution of capital projects for athletic facilities, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, compliance standards, and budgetary constraints
Oversees the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of athletic venues, collaborating with architects, contractors, and university stakeholders
Coordinates athletics facility signage needs to ensure proper naming, sponsorship, event management, special event, and other needs aligning with established brand standards
Strategizes with external operations to identify ways to enhance revenue generation, enhance the KSU brand, and improve the fan experience at KSU events
Develops and manages long-term facilities master plans, incorporating sustainability, accessibility, and innovation
Coordinates facility scheduling and usage to support athletic programs, events, and community engagement
Provides and oversees facility operations support during all athletics events (competition, special events, camps, and others) to ensure timely and efficient service
Ensures all athletic facilities meet NCAA, conference, and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and assessments
Manages facility and capital project portions of the budgets, track expenditures, and prepare reports for senior leadership and external partners
Serves as a liaison between Athletics, Facilities Services, and external vendors to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery
May serve as the Sports Programs Administrator for assigned sport(s)
Qualifications Educational Requirements
Bachelor's from an accredited institution of higher education.
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Required Experience
Five (5) years relevant higher education athletics experience or seven (7) years of experience in comparable executive level position outside of athletics or team coaching position including management and/or supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in business, management, construction, or operations management.
Preferred Experience
Previous higher education experience in college athletics
Previous Facility management, construction, or project management experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ABILITIES
Able to handle customer service aspects of event and facility management and operations and camps and clinics. Able to answer public questions of all varieties, receive compliments and complaints, and defers to references where appropriate, to handle issues promptly. Facility scheduling requires the ability to prioritize program needs based on department policies. Time-sensitive projects require reacting to game day timelines and potential issues. Weather can influence outdoor events; ability to contact resources to make appropriate decisions. Able to maintain sound academic standards and assure student-athletes succeed academically. Able to provide motivation and direction to the athletics executive team, coaches, and athletics support staff by effectively handling and delegating responsibilities. Able to build and maintain relationships with a variety of constituents in a diverse community. Able to recruit quality coaches and staff and assist with student-athlete recruitment. Demonstrated ability to handle contract negotiations. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects with deadlines.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial management principles. Knowledge of federal, state, collegiate, conference, USG and university policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations that govern and direct collegiate athletics. Keeps abreast of conference and NCAA activities, including attending the conference and NCAA meetings to aid in formulating appropriate athletics department policies.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite). Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online. Freedom of Expression is also supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For more information or to file a complaint, contact the Office of Institutional Equity.
Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time.
Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
For more information, see the policy document: USG Background Investigation details.
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Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 291291
Responsible for Capital Project and Facility support for KSU intercollegiate athletic programs and assigned sport programs, administrative areas, and general department operations. Oversees long term planning and compliance related to facilities and capital projects.
Responsibilities
Serves as facility manager for assigned Athletics facilities
Engages and holds accountable service providers to ensure proper custodial and maintenance for assigned athletics facilities and grounds
Supervises athletics grounds staff to ensure assigned athletics facilities are properly maintained and prepared for competition
In conjunction with unit leadership, monitors facility operations and event operations budgets
Supports future budget planning for athletic facilities through the identification of functional enhancements and deferred maintenance needs
Oversees daily management of all athletic facilities and equipment
Oversees inventory control, maintenance, and replacement plans for athletic facilities and related equipment
Coordinates facility maintenance with university physical plant and environmental services
Tracks and manages all Athletic department work orders
Coordinates scheduling and maintenance of vehicles for athletic and campus-wide use
Leads strategic planning and execution of capital projects for athletic facilities, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, compliance standards, and budgetary constraints
Oversees the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of athletic venues, collaborating with architects, contractors, and university stakeholders
Coordinates athletics facility signage needs to ensure proper naming, sponsorship, event management, special event, and other needs aligning with established brand standards
Strategizes with external operations to identify ways to enhance revenue generation, enhance the KSU brand, and improve the fan experience at KSU events
Develops and manages long-term facilities master plans, incorporating sustainability, accessibility, and innovation
Coordinates facility scheduling and usage to support athletic programs, events, and community engagement
Provides and oversees facility operations support during all athletics events (competition, special events, camps, and others) to ensure timely and efficient service
Ensures all athletic facilities meet NCAA, conference, and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and assessments
Manages facility and capital project portions of the budgets, track expenditures, and prepare reports for senior leadership and external partners
Serves as a liaison between Athletics, Facilities Services, and external vendors to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery
May serve as the Sports Programs Administrator for assigned sport(s)
Qualifications Educational Requirements
Bachelor's from an accredited institution of higher education.
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Required Experience
Five (5) years relevant higher education athletics experience or seven (7) years of experience in comparable executive level position outside of athletics or team coaching position including management and/or supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in business, management, construction, or operations management.
Preferred Experience
Previous higher education experience in college athletics
Previous Facility management, construction, or project management experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ABILITIES
Able to handle customer service aspects of event and facility management and operations and camps and clinics. Able to answer public questions of all varieties, receive compliments and complaints, and defers to references where appropriate, to handle issues promptly. Facility scheduling requires the ability to prioritize program needs based on department policies. Time-sensitive projects require reacting to game day timelines and potential issues. Weather can influence outdoor events; ability to contact resources to make appropriate decisions. Able to maintain sound academic standards and assure student-athletes succeed academically. Able to provide motivation and direction to the athletics executive team, coaches, and athletics support staff by effectively handling and delegating responsibilities. Able to build and maintain relationships with a variety of constituents in a diverse community. Able to recruit quality coaches and staff and assist with student-athlete recruitment. Demonstrated ability to handle contract negotiations. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects with deadlines.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial management principles. Knowledge of federal, state, collegiate, conference, USG and university policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations that govern and direct collegiate athletics. Keeps abreast of conference and NCAA activities, including attending the conference and NCAA meetings to aid in formulating appropriate athletics department policies.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite). Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online. Freedom of Expression is also supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For more information or to file a complaint, contact the Office of Institutional Equity.
Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time.
Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
For more information, see the policy document: USG Background Investigation details.
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