Facilities Manager - Equipment Room & Scheduling

Details Posted: 06-Aug-26 Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Full-time Salary: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 Categories: Operations Sector: Collegiate Sports Internal Number: JR34749 Assist in the management of the University of Chicago’s athletic and recreational facilities. Oversight of the equipment room and the supervision of the personnel needed to accomplish these tasks. Also oversees the master schedule for all facilities. Contributes to a portion of event management for varsity contests. Responsibilities Assist in the management of the University of Chicago's athletic and recreational facilities. Manage the Equipment Room. Supervise personnel needed to perform these tasks. Coordinate and oversee the inter-departmental facilities scheduling. At the direction of the Associate Director of Athletics-Facilities Management, responsible for the evening facilities security, oversight, and risk management of the athletic/recreational facilities. Supervise and evaluate the lifeguard staff, the front desk staff and the fitness center staff. Enforce facilities policies and procedures. Uses general understanding and experience to administer the delivery of services to program participants and/or beneficiaries. Coordinate laundry services for the department. Order equipment, clothing and laundry supplies. Maintain equipment and clothing inventory. Implement distribution system. Coordinate the supply of dispensers and soap to the locker rooms. Manage the locker‑clean‑out system. Maintain the Lost and Found system. Develop and implement Equipment Room policies and procedures. Maintain an organized storage system for equipment and clothing. Negotiate and oversee service contracts with relevant vendors (ie. washer/dryers, detergent, and clothing.) Oversee the Locker Room Attendants and student staff. Hire, train, schedule, supervise, provide direction, evaluate and discipline personnel. Administer overtime assignments. Adhere to union and safety guidelines. Develop and implement employee policies and procedures. Develop and maintain schedules for all athletic/recreational facilities. Resolve scheduling conflicts. Promptly schedules information provided from various entities of the department to develop master schedules. Distribute schedule information to appropriate individuals within the department and on campus. Post schedules as designated throughout the facilities. At the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director - Facilities & Operations, follow guidelines and procedures that have been established for overseeing events, including oversight of Athletic Aides at assigned events. Develop a strong working relationship with department staff members, vendors, and outside groups using facilities. Develop a strong customer service rapport with students and members. Other duties as assigned. Attend and participate in a weekly Facilities Management meeting. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate. Analyzes program budgets and uses a moderate/high level of authority to recommend or makes budgetary recommendations. Performs other related work as needed. Education Minimum qualifications include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through Preferred Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree. Experience Significant and relevant work experience in facility management in a collegiate setting. Certifications Driver's license. CPR/First Aid certification, may be fulfilled upon employment. Technical Skills or Knowledge Proficient in computer skills. Microsoft Office Suite, etc. Preferred Competencies Excellent communication skills. Working Conditions Work some evenings and weekends. Application Documents Resume/ CV (required) References Contact Information (3)(preferred) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. About University Of Chicago The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) carries the core mission of the University to all aspects of life outside the classroom. It enriches the lives of its students, staff, and faculty and academic staff members and contributes to a vibrant, collaborative, and diverse campus community that inspires excellence and sustains the University’s culture of inquiry, innovation, and continuous learning. The unit also works to support the overall well-being of students, including their health and safety. This happens in the context of a campus located in a dynamic, thriving city, in which opportunities abound for students to learn from, contribute to, and engage with their urban environment. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of promoting the interests of students in the University, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community, including Athletics & Recreation; the Office of the Bursar; Center for Leadership and Involvement; Disciplinary Affairs; International House; Office of International Affairs; Office of the University Registrar; Rock...efeller Memorial Chapel; Spiritual Life; Student Centers; Student Disability Services; UChicago HELP; Student Wellness; and UChicago Dining. 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