Stadium Operations & Facilities Director

Capitol Broadcasting Company Inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Broadcasting Company Inc in Durham, NC, is seeking a Director of Facilities & Stadium Operations to oversee maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and event readiness at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Lead the Stadium Operations Department, manage budgets and capital projects, coordinate with events, vendors, and contractors, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of facilities or venue management, with proven leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, facilities management, sports management, or related field.
• At least five years of facilities, grounds, or construction experience at a management level.
• Minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in event operations, project management, and vendor/contractor oversight.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to improve operational workflows.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and/or CMMS preferred.
• HVAC or HVAC/R Certification a plus.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, emergency planning, and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day stadium operations including events, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Oversee repairs, custodial, HVAC, field and grounds, and readiness.
• Create and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for seasons.
• Ensure mechanical and electrical systems operate safely and reliably.
• Develop and update facility policies, including Emergency Action Plan.
• Coordinate safety, compliance with federal/state/league regulations.
• Plan and prepare stadium for games, events, concerts, and community events.
• Oversee budgets, purchasing, and annual operating spend.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise stadium operations staff; foster safety culture.
• Manage BMS/CMMS and monitor stadium tech like lighting and HVAC.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, facilities management, sports management, or related field

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

CMMS

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Capitol Broadcasting Company Inc in Durham, NC, is seeking a Director of Facilities & Stadium Operations to oversee maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and event readiness at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Lead the Stadium Operations Department, manage budgets and capital projects, coordinate with events, vendors, and contractors, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of facilities or venue management, with proven leadership