University of Central Florida
Assistant Director, Projects, Facilities & Operations
University of Central Florida - Entry Level
Orlando · FL
Event Operations/Management · Facility/Venue Management · Operations
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Position will assist with the coordination, planning, and execution of athletics facility projects, daily facility operations, and select event support functions for UCF Athletics. This position will support a wide range of operational initiatives across athletics venues and facilities while helping maintain safe, functional, and “recruit ready” environments for student-athletes, staff, coaches, and guests.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with the day-to-day operational oversight of athletics facilities, venues, and support spaces.
- Support facility operations for practices, competitions, camps, special events, and external rentals, including setup and breakdown.
- Assist with athletics facility improvement projects, renovations, deferred maintenance efforts, and operational upgrades.
- Coordinate with campus partners, contractors, vendors, and service providers to support project execution and operational needs.
- Conduct facility walkthroughs and assist with identifying operational, maintenance, safety, and appearance-related concerns.
- Serve as the primary administrator of the department’s facilities management software (FMX), including the intake, assignment, tracking, and follow-up of work requests to ensure timely resolution and communication with stakeholders.
- Coordinate with Athletics staff, campus partners, and service providers to submit, track, and document facility improvement requests, maintenance projects, and operational work orders.
- Assist with the development, submission, and management of project requests, including supporting documentation, scope development, budget estimates, and coordination with university partners.
- Support permitting, inspections, and regulatory approval processes associated with facility improvements, capital projects, temporary structures, and special events.
- Maintain accurate records related to work orders, project requests, permits, inspections, and facility documentation to support operational planning and project execution.
- Provide event and facility management support for home football games and track & field meets.
- Manage key inventory program and assist with access control.
- Assist with training for the Facilities, Events & Operations student staff, as needed.
- Support departmental initiatives related to customer service, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Assist with preparing operational reports, presentations, and project updates as needed.
- Maintain compliance with university, conference, NCAA, OSHA, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years appropriate experience.
- Appropriate graduate coursework or master’s degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general technology platforms.
- Experience working in collegiate athletics or large-scale event environments.
- Familiarity with athletics facility operations and event management principles.
- Experience coordinating projects, vendors, contractors, or operational logistics.
- Knowledge of NCAA and conference operational standards.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel.
As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing / complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.
