Building Operations Coordinator- Fitness and Recreation

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's Fitness and Recreation department seeks a Building Operations Coordinator to oversee daily maintenance, operations, and upkeep of our recreational facilities and outdoor spaces. This role supports over 700,000 annual visits and ensures centers, pools, fields stay safe and functional.

You will lead a team of full-time and student staff, coordinate facility maintenance, cleaning, equipment inventory, purchasing, and risk management across all facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 24 months of professional building management/facilities experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of full-time and student staff across maintenance, cleaning, and operations.
• Coordinate purchasing, equipment inventory, and risk management across facilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted pay up to $26.44 hourly, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible:Yes

Work Schedule:Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends)

Travel:Not required

Position Introduction:

The department of Fitness and Recreation is seeking a dedicated Building Operations Coordinator to help oversee the daily maintenance, operations, and upkeep of our growing network of recreational facilities and outdoor spaces. This position plays a critical role in supporting over 700,000 annual facility visits by ensuring our fitness centers, aquatic facilities, recreational fields, and auxiliary spaces remain operational, safe, and ready to serve students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Working closely with the Assistant Director, the Building Operations Coordinator will lead a team of full-time and student employees while coordinating facility maintenance, cleaning operations, equipment inventory, purchasing, and risk management efforts across Fitness and Recreation facilities. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in building and equipment maintenance with exceptional leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills. This is an exciting opportunity to make a visible impact on the campus experience while helping support the continued growth and success of one of the university's most active and dynamic departments.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 24 months of professional building management/facilities experience.

Equivalency/Substitution:Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months of related experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes