Job Description Summary
Organization Summary Statement
The Manager for Facilities & Projects manages all aspects of the Operations area within the RecWell Facilities Unit, with primary responsibility for facility improvement and renovation project management, departmental asset and equipment management, and staff supervision (full-time and part-time). The incumbent develops project timelines, budgets and manages scope for facility renovations and improvements; procures materials, equipment and specialty fitness/recreation equipment in collaboration with Fitness and Business leadership; manages the department’s vehicle fleet, specialty equipment, and capital inventory. The manager also collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on risk management practices for departmental equipment and facilities.
Reporting to the Assistant Director for Facilities & Projects, the incumbent serves as a key operational partner to RecWell and various campus groups, coordinating vendors and contractors to ensure facilities remain safe and functional to program and community needs. The manager is an essential employee who is subject to being required to report to work to maintain continuity of services in the event of a major catastrophic event and/or because of weather or operational emergencies.
Essential Duties
35% Operations & Project Management
25% Asset Management
25% Staff Supervision (full time and part time)
10% Risk Management
5% Related Duties
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Frequent walking across facility spaces, grounds, courts, fields, and for repairs, inspections, and oversight.
* Extended periods of standing/walking during facility walkthroughs, site visit with vendors, and staff supervision
* Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs (equipment, supplies, maintenance materials). Occasional carrying of tools, parts, or small equipment across facility spaces.
* Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.
* Occasionally exposed to moderate to loud noise in operations shop, fitness areas, event spaces, and project sites.
* Ability to work on-site with limited telework eligibility.
* Ability to travel around campus for project work, equipment transfers, meetings and attend to additional duties, including driving a vehicle to deliver and pick up equipment and furnishings.
* Some weekend and evening work will be required.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
* Valid Driver's License.
* Possess (or obtain within 3 months of start date) and maintain American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer / AED / First Aid certification.
* Possess (or obtain within 6 months of start date) and maintain the American Red Cross CPR Instructor certification.
PREFERENCES
* Experience with the maintenance and repair of specialty equipment.
* Experience working in a community or campus recreation environment.
* Experience with asset management software (ie AssetWorks).
* Experience with project management.
* Experience with multi-trade services (ie. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc).
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of facilities, operations, construction, or maintenance experience. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising professional staff.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of building systems.
Knowledge of building operations requirements.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: 1) Resume, 2) Cover Letter, 3) List of References
**Failure to provide all three application materials could result in an incomplete application and may not be considered.**
Best Consideration Date: November 11, 2026
Posting Close Date: November 15, 2026
Open Until Filled: No
Job Risks
Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure
Financial Disclosure Required
Yes
Department
VPSA-University Recreation & Wellness
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$77,500 - $86,000
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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