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DAPER Director of Facilities Operations and Events

4 months ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time
General Responsibilities:

This is a full-time (12-month appointment) benefits eligible senior leadership/management position in the Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) requiring the ability to supervise and lead. The Director of Facilities Operations and Events will work in collaboration with the Director of Athletics/Department Head to provide strategic direction and oversight for the execution of designated day-to-day operations of DAPER's athletic, physical education and wellness, and recreational facilities This position is responsible for but not limited to: ensuring regular maintenance and upkeep of all DAPER facilities and equipment, development of operational policies and procedures for facility utilization, short and long-range maintenance and construction strategic planning providing, scheduling and oversight events and rentals for internal and external constituents, revenue generation and community outreach, budget management, management of ABM custodial contracts, and personnel management (to include union staff). This person will also serve as department liaison to designated campus offices to include: EHS Office, CRSP, Capital Renewal, MIT Design and Construction, Parking Office and Labor Relations. As a member of the DAPER Senior Leadership Team, this person advises and assists the Director of Athletics/Department Head with operational matters and decisions that pertain specifically to the varsity athletics program, as well as to other functional areas within DAPER.

Roles and Responsibilities:


•Enure regular maintenance and upkeep of all DAPER facilites and equipment in order to ensure a safe and clean environment for all users throughout 10 buildings and 26 acres of outdoor facility space), which includes: the DuPont Athletics Center, Rockwell Cage, Steinbrenner Stadium, the JB Carr Tennis Bubble, Johnson Athletics Center, Alumni Pool and Wang Fitness Center, MIT Sailing Pavilion, Pierce Boat House, Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center and Lincoln Lab Fitness Center.


•Develop and enforce operational policies and procedures for facility use and associated programming across all DAPER facilities.


•Develop and execute short and long-range strategic planning for major maintenance and capital improvement projects across all DAPER facilities.


•Responsible for scheduling and oversight of all special events held within Department facilities including major campus-wide and non-university rental events.


•Lead the EHS needs of the Department through DSL and EHS Office.


•Develop and monitor all budgets for Facilities, Operations, and Events area (capital projects, maintenance, equipment purchasing, programs and construction).


•Develop and cultivate relationships with Institue and broader Campbridge community in order to identify opportunites for revenue generation and community engagement from use of facilities and programs by faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of MIT.


•Serve as liaison with MIT Facilities Department units and lead the services provided by them, particularly grounds, building services, CRSP, Capital Renewal, DSL and MIT Design and Construction.


•Direct security needs and access management to DAPER facilities.


•Provide oversight for union employees including the DAPER Facility Team, Boatman and Union lifeguards.


•Provide oversight for game management for all home sport contests and other scheduled activities or events at department facilities including safety, security and legal matters for these events (i.e., summer programs, camps, recreation, and special events).


•Provide oversight for ABM custodial contract and overtime approval for events.


•Interface with all areas of the Department; Physical Education and Wellness, Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation.


•Hire, train and manage personnel in the area of Facilities and Operations and Events.


•Serve as DAPER lead for Labor Relations issues with SEIU Union Employees. Additionally, serve on management team for campus wide union contract negotiations.


•Manage the implementation of Event Management Systems for Intercollegiate contests, Club Sports, Milestone Events and Rentals.


•Direct the research and purchase of capital equipment for DAPER programs and facilities.


•Assist with fundraising information for projects as needed.


•Perform other Department-wide and project-specific duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities:


•Provide oversight of Crew Boathouse, Sailing Pavilion, Pistol/Rifle Range, and Lincoln Lab operations.


•Represent DAPER across campus, regionally and nationally on task forces, as appropriate.


•Participate in collaborative activities across the Division of Student Life (DSL).


•Work collaboratively in a leadership role across constituent groups to advance the mission and goals of MIT and DAPER.


•Demonstrate qualities that contribute to a setting where teamwork is highly valued as is the ability to work cooperatively with staff members and supervisors.


•Competent fulfillment of administration duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in sport management or related field required. Masters degree preferred.

Experience:

Experience requirements are 7-10 years in athletic facilities and operations or a related professional field, e.g., project, game, personnel, revenue generation, budget management and a vast understanding of athletic and recreational program and facility management. Must have excellent verbal and written skills and run numerous computer software programs (i.e. EMS, Club Automation, Excel, Word, Filemaker, Teams, Payroll). Excellent organizational skills, emotional intelligence, ability to lead as well as take instruction, demonstrated ability to execute tasks with a high-level of efficiency and maintain detailed records is essential.