Facilities Operation Specialist (Athletics Administration Professional II)

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Athletics department at CSUF seeks a Facilities Operation Specialist to oversee facilities operations within intercollegiate athletics, ensuring compliant, efficient event support and daily maintenance. The role supports budgeting, scheduling, safety adherence and collaboration with campus partners.

Under general supervision, you will manage budgets, coordinate events, apply NCAA/Conference rules, and provide leadership to staff while delivering clear reports to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA, conference rules and university policies.
• Ability to apply judgment to resolve problems and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers athletics policies, procedures, and programs.
• Oversees budgets, event coordination and compliance with NCAA/Conference rules.
• Provides lead work direction and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Produce clear reports and communications for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication / interpersonal

Lead work direction

Regulatory / compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Two years of relevant experience

Tools

Administrative tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Facilities Operation Specialist (Athletics Administration Professional II)

Classificaiton: Athletics Administration Professional II

Department: The Athletics department at Cal State Fullerton strives to provide an intercollegiate athletics program that is an integral part of the total educational experience at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF), and fits within the overall mission of the University. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Facilities Operation Specialist (Athletics Administration Professional II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Salary Range: $4,908 per month

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

Essential Qualifications:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Under general supervision, administers athletics policies, procedures, and programs. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Decision-making takes into consideration National, NCAA, and Conference regulations and rules as well as university and athletics department policies, guidelines, and procedures. Evaluates and recommends procedure and process changes. Works independently on most day-to-day assignments with general supervision on new assignments or projects to ensure understanding and alignment with objectives. Handles multiple work priorities and is accountable for own work results.

Working knowledge and understanding of athletics department financial management, event coordination, and athletics regulations. Demonstrates competence in independently applying judgment to resolve complex problems and issues. Working knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting National, NCAA, and Conference rules and regulations as well as university policies, standards, and guidelines. Ability to make recommendations based on interpretations and principles of athletics professional practices. Strong analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize, and facilitate the successful completion of athletic events within time and budget constraints. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively produce clear and concise reports and communications. Ability to effectively provide lead work direction to others. Public and internal relations skills to effectively partner with a large and diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. Computer proficiency to appropriately use technology and relevant administrative tools.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I athletics sports environment and in the key areas of maintenance, upkeep, and ongoing operations of various facilities. Knowledge of University rules and regulations related to safety and working with the public.

Additional Information:

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Employees must maintain working knowledge of compliance with relevant NCAA and conference rules, and report any concerns or violations noted.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Application Deadline: Sep 24, 2026 (9:00 PM)