Division Athletics Facilities Manager
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Job Location:
Portsmouth, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION TITLE: DIVISION ATHLETICS FACILITIES MANAGER REPORTS TO: Shani Twyman
LOCATION:Various Schools OVERTIME STATUS: 12-month
PAY GRADE: 220- Exempt
Job Description:
The District Athletics Facilities Manager oversees the care preparation and operation of all secondary athletic facilities across Portsmouth Public Schools including three high/middle schools. This role is responsible for maintaining safe clean and competition-ready indoor and outdoor athletic spaces. The manager supervises all athletic fields and facilities manages the division-wide inventory of uniforms equipment and field materials and ensures compliance with PPS standards NFHS specifications and VHSL regulations. Responsibilities include performing facility and field work as needed and overseeing contracted vendors to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Outdoor Athletic Field Maintenance:
- Maintain and prepare all secondary outdoor athletic fields-including football field hockey basketball baseball softball track & field cross country tennis and soccer- for daily use and scheduled competitions.
- Perform field maintenance tasks including lining dragging weed control fertilization seeding and limited mowing (as needed).
- Apply Fertilizers herbicides and other turf treatments to ensure healthy and safe playing surfaces.
- Paint field logos end-zone markings and sport-specific lines according to school branding and field layout specifications.
- Monitor athletic schedules to plan proactively for setup transitions and field turnaround between events.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards safety concerns and required repairs efficiently and promptly.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for field-related concerns during athletic seasons.
Indoor facilities Oversight:
- Monitor all indoor athletic facilities including gymnasiums multipurpose athletic spaces weight rooms wrestling rooms locker rooms and storage areas.
- Coordinate cleaning repairs preventative maintenance and safety checks with building administrators and maintenance departments.
- Ensure that all indoor spaces meet PPS safety expectations NFHS indoor facility specifications and VHSL event requirements.
Inventory Equipment and Uniform Management:
- Maintain a division wide inventory system for all athletic equipment uniforms supplies and assets.
- Coordinate distribution and collection of uniforms and equipment with school-based Athletic Directors.
- Track uniform and equipment life cycles and provide annual recommendations for replacement.
- Monitor maintain and ensure proper functioning of all field and facility-related equipment including line stripers utility vehicles nets goals scoreboards timing systems and specialized turf equipment.
Vendor and Contract Oversight:
- Oversee contracted vendors providing landscaping turf care field renovations and facility maintenance services.
- Verify that all contracted work meets PPS expectations NFHS facility standards and athletic event timelines.
- Assist in soliciting quotes evaluating service providers and managing service contracts.
Collaborating and Scheduling
- Works collaboratively with Athletic Directors to ensure facilities are properly prepared for practices competitions and special events.
- Communicate facility needs upcoming work and potential disruptions to the Coordinator of Division Athletics.
- Support major district events post-season competitions championships and ceremonies.
Records Inspections and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activity. Inspections safety concerns and repairs.
- Provide recommendations for long-term facility improvements equipment upgrades and operational efficiency.
- Participate in ongoing training in turf management facility operations and athletics safety.
Other Responsibilities:
- Performs additional duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Division Athletics.
Physical Requirements:
- Significant outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Indoor facility oversight requiring frequent movement throughout athletic spaces
- Operation of maintenance equipment and occasional heavy lifting
- Regular travel among all PPS schools.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and one professional reference to the Portsmouth Public Schools Human Resources Department. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Portsmouth Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- area management
- Employee Evaluation
- Cold Calling
- Construction Experience
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Territory Management
- Restoration
- Sales Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
