Assistant Director, Facilities

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 53,010 - 55,800; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos, TX is seeking an Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds to lead Campus Recreation operations, oversee Grounds, Custodial, and Building Maintenance, and drive safety and program excellence.

The role includes managing an eight-person Custodial team, two Maintenance Worker II positions, and a five-person Grounds crew, with focus on budgeting, staffing, and collaboration to support student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional work experience within facility operations or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, turf management, higher education, or related field.
• Progressively responsible experience within campus recreation or related field.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid or ability to obtain within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a diverse Facilities program including campus recreation grounds operations, custodial operations and building maintenance operations.
• Oversee daily facility activities including custodial, maintenance, repairs and safety inspections of facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural). Oversee sports fields maintenance.
• Oversee work order and asset management tracking systems.
• Develop and conduct assessments of program goals and report outcomes to leadership.
• Lead budget development, manage program budgets, and oversee purchasing and payroll compliance.
• Ensure staff safety and risk management practices; manage environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Participate in departmental programs and serve on committees; flexible hours including evenings/weekends.

Skills

Facility operations

CPR/First Aid

Staff supervision

Campus recreation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Assistant Director, Facilities & Grounds

Posting Number: 2026642

Location: San Marcos, TX

Department: Campus Recreation

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $4,750.00 - $5,000.00

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional work experience within facility operations (e.g., Campus Recreation, Fitness, Aquatics, Outdoors, etc.) or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Turf Management, Higher Education, or related field
• Progressively responsible experience within campus recreation or related field
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and or ability to obtain within 45 days

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising full time staff in a higher education setting
• Master’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Turf Management, Higher Education, or related field
• In-depth knowledge of turfgrass species, cultivation practices, soil science, irrigation systems, pest management, and turf equipment operation
• Current Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds will lead and manage the administration and operation of the Facilities program, consisting of all Campus Recreation special events, Grounds Operations, Custodial Operations and Building Maintenance Operations in the pursuit of inspiring Bobcats to be their best and create lasting memories. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for the development and oversight of an 8-person Custodial team, two Maintenance Worker II positions, and a 5-person Grounds crew.

Job Duties

Facility Management/Maintenance, Turf Maintenance: 30%

• Develop and manage a diverse Facilities program including the administration of all campus recreation grounds operations, custodial operations and building maintenance operations.
• Oversee the daily facility activities, including custodial, maintenance, repairs and safety inspections on facility systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural components. Oversee the preparation and upkeep of sports fields, including mowing, fertilization and pest control to ensure optimal playing conditions.
• Oversee work order and asset management tracking systems.
• Implement innovative ideas that align with strategic plan and department priorities to improve overall operations and growth of programs/services/usage.
• Develop and conduct assessments of program goals annually. Report assessment results to leadership as documentation of programmatic outcomes supporting department and division goals.

Staff Development and Oversight: 30%

• Oversee the development and performance evaluation of an 8-person Custodial team, two Maintenance Worker II positions, and a 5-person Grounds crew.
• Meet with full time staff regularly to discuss program goals, professional goals and area updates.
• Develop and oversee staff schedules and project lists to ensure timely completion and tracking.
• With the potential to hire, train, supervise, and evaluate approximately 5 student staff.

Administration and Budget Development: 20%

• Lead annual budget development process in collaboration with Coordinator, Maintenance Worker II and Grounds crew.
• Plan, prepare and manage program budgets including overseeing income projections and monitoring income, expenses, and yearly comparisons.
• Purchase equipment and supplies.
• Approve staff time and ensure compliance with payroll and purchasing processes.

Risk Management and Safety: 10%

• Ensure staff compliance with industry standard safety and risk management practices, facility and equipment inspections and established Campus Recreation policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, environmental guidelines, and safety standards governing turf management practices. Familiarity with pesticide regulations, water conservation measures, and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Other Duties: 10%

• Actively participate in departmental programs and projects designed to support the mission and goals of the university, division, and department.
• Serve on committees and task forces, as assigned.
• Other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
• This position requires a flexible work schedule which at times will require frequent attendance during evenings and weekends. Additional hours may be required during peak periods.

Additional Information to Applicants

This position may require driving university vehicles.

Job Open Date

07/02/2026

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I‑9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.