Director, Maintenance

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 136 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

We are seeking applicants for the position of Director of Maintenance. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director, you will oversee a staff of six people and manage day-to-day maintenance for all athletic and recreation facilities for Stanford Athletics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee and direct 7 Union workers to manage the upkeep and all athletic and recreation facilities
• Serve as the main point of contact for all maintenance needs related to athletic and recreation facilities including plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC repairs
• Research, report and implement latest innovations in maintenance
• Develop strategic plans in equipment, staffing and preventative maintenance.
• Clarify and resolve problems spanning multiple areas of facilities and/or develop programs within assigned facilities
• Oversee the daily operation and management of assigned facilities and programs, including scheduling and assigning work to staff and coordinating with staff, subcontractors, and/or vendors; overseeing staffing and performance evaluation of assigned staff; contributing to department or division staffing needs forecast.
• Clarify and resolve problems spanning multiple areas and develop programs within assigned facilities.?
• Develop and manage a budget for area of responsibility, including staffing, maintenance, contracts, etc.
• Develop, Bid, Hire, and Manage outside vendor service contracts as applicable.
• Participate in department/unit strategic management, including making recommendations involving shortterm planning for facility-type projects and for longer-range programs/projects;
• Providing input into long-range financial, budgeting, and programmatic planning and development; providing input into the development of policies and procedures; interpret and manage policies and procedures for assigned area.?
• Directly supervise and coordinate daily activities of Bargaining Unit employees and non-union part time workers including: scheduling and assigning work to staff and directing and leading workers in completing assigned work; monitoring work and project activity progress, making necessary changes; completing performance evaluations of assigned staff; performing quality assurance checks, and coordinating health and safety programs and training.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and other appropriate technical area, or combination of education training, and experience.
• Two or more years of experience managing facilities operations and maintenance staff in an environment with a variety of facility types.
• Great communications and positive relationships with outside groups, students, faculty, staff.
• Knowledge of environmental and safety rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to conduct job site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing service contracts.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing budgets.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting planning specifications, documents, working drawings, and related reports.
• Must have the ability to work on deadline and handle several responsibilities simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of current field trends and technologies.
• Significant independent judgment and self-motivation.

DAPER’s Integrity:

This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for insuring that his/her involvement with Athletic Department activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and PAC-12 rules and regulations.

The expected pay range for this position is $108,145 to $109,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form .

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.