Associate Athletics Director, Facilities Operations and Capital Planning

Responsibilities

• Devise and maintain a Facilities Master Plan for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education across all locations.
• Act as the primary liaison with University Capital Project Management, contractors, architects, and engineers to execute new construction and renovations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at various sites, including Dodge Fitness Center and Baker Athletics Complex, to ensure all facility needs are met.
• Manage and track facilities budgets, including maintenance expenses and capital improvement needs.
• Lead facility scheduling for varsity, club, and intramural sports, as well as physical education classes and external events.
• Oversee vehicle management responsibilities, including scheduling, maintenance, and driver training.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Ivy League, and University policies, including ADA standards and safety protocols.
• Provide on-site leadership and operational support for high-volume athletics contests and departmental events.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of related experience in facilities or operations management.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Demonstrated record of successful planning, budgeting, and managing capital resources.
• Valid US Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Experience with capital planning and executing large-scale capital projects.
• Successful experience in athletics administration at the NCAA Division I level.

About the Company

Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. As the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City, we provide top-notch facilities and a diverse environment in the heart of Manhattan.