Facilities & Operations Lead, Campus Recreation

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University invites applications for the Assistant Director for Facilities and Operations within the Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Center. This on-site leadership role oversees daily facility operations, safety, staffing, and budget processes to support campus recreation.

You will supervise 40+ staff and coordinate with vendors and university departments. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, proactive leadership, and a commitment to service and student development in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or additional education substituting for experience.
• 2+ years professional experience in facility operations or campus recreation.
• Supervise diverse staff and manage safety and customer service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily campus recreation facilities and safety across programs.
• Direct staff recruitment, training, evaluation, and development.
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships for facilities.
• Ensure compliance with campus policies and safety regulations.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor facility maintenance and projects.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning.

Skills

Staff supervision

Operations management

Budget management

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Facility software

Job description

Rice University invites applications for the Assistant Director for Facilities and Operations within the Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Center. This on-site leadership role oversees daily facility operations, safety, staffing, and budget processes to support campus recreation.

You will supervise 40+ staff and coordinate with vendors and university departments. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, proactive leadership, and a commitment to service and student development in a