Assistant Director, Facilities

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work-life balance resources

Professional development

Inclusive Bobcat community

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos is seeking an Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds to lead Campus Recreation operations, including Grounds, Custodial, and Building Maintenance.

You will oversee budgets, staff development, risk management, and program assessments, with evenings/weekends as needed, to inspire Bobcats and maintain high-quality facilities.

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 and/or ability to obtain within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and operation of the Facilities program, including Grounds Operations, Custodial Operations and Building Maintenance Operations.
• Develop and oversee an 8-person Custodial team, two Maintenance Worker II positions, and a 5-person Grounds crew.
• Oversee daily facility activities and safety inspections on facility systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural components.

Skills

Facility operations

Campus Recreation

Staff supervision

CPR/First Aid

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Turf Management, Higher Education, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Posting Number: 2026642

Location: San Marcos

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 withinfacility operations (e.g. Campus Recreation, Fitness, Aquatics,Outdoors, etc.) or related field
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, HealthEducation, Sport Management, Turf Management, Higher Education, orrelated field
• Progressively responsible experience within campus recreationor related field.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and or ability to obtain within 45days

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising full time staff in a higher educationsetting
• Master's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, HealthEducation, Sport Management, Turf Management, Higher Education, orrelated field
• Current Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide ApplicatorLicense
• In-depth knowledge of turfgrass species, cultivation practices,soil science, irrigation systems, pest management, and turfequipment operation

Job Description

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

Job Duties

Facility Management/Maintenance, Turf Maintenance:30%

• Develop and manage a diverse Facilities program including theadministration 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, includingmowing, fertilization and pest control to ensure optimal playingconditions.
• Oversee work order and asset management tracking systems.
• Implement innovative ideas that align with strategic plan anddepartment priorities to improve overall operations and growth ofprograms/services/usage.
• Develop and conduct assessments of program goals annually.Report assessment results to leadership as documentation ofprogrammatic outcomes supporting department and divisiongoals.

Staff Development and Oversight: 30%

• Oversee the development and performance evaluation of an8-person Custodial team, two Maintenance Worker II positions, and a5-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 ensuretimely completion and tracking.
• With the potential to hire, train, supervise, and evaluateapproximately 5 student staff.

Administration and Budget Development: 20%

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

Risk Management and Safety: 10%

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

Other Duties: 10%

• Actively participate in departmental programs and projectsdesigned 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 notspecifically mentioned in this job description.
• This position requires a flexible work schedule which at timeswill 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

10/13/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardlessof race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basisprotected by federal or state law in employment, educationalprograms, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon theoutcome of record checks and verifications including, but notlimited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employmenteligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity andauthorization to work in the United States. Texas State Universityparticipates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon thesuccessful verification of work authorization. Employees arerequired to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy theconditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and theuniversity makes no implicit or explicit promises to financiallysupport visa or permanent residency applications.

About Texas State and San Marcos

Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautifulTexas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in theTexas State University System and one of the 75 largestuniversities in the country, with over 38,000 students andapproximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over50,000 people located about half way between Austin and SanAntonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texasuniversities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activitiesthroughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in thenation.