Athletics Facilities Coordinator

Position Overview

James Madison University, a Division I NCAA and Sun Belt Conference member, is seeking a full-time Athletics Facilities Coordinator to oversee Bridgeforth Stadium and other athletic venues. Reporting to the Director of Facilities and collaborating with the Associate Athletic Director of Facilities and Events, this role serves as the primary liaison for venue operations, maintenance, and event support.

General Responsibilities

• Act as the building coordinator providing oversight and supervision of assigned athletic facilities.
• Serve as the main contact for athletic and support personnel regarding facility needs and concerns.
• Communicate maintenance issues, event impacts, and improvement timelines effectively to staff.
• Manage scheduling of facility lighting, oversee opening/closing procedures, handle equipment inventory, and maintain facility aesthetics and safety standards.
• Prepare athletic facilities for daily use, including painting lines, setting up rooms, configuring game equipment, and managing sound and seating arrangements.
• Initiate and report routine and emergency repairs through work order systems.
• Supervise improvement projects within assigned venues.
• Support varsity game day operations and special events, coordinating pre-event setups, event execution, and post-event breakdowns while directing student worker assignments.
• Provide training and supervision to student employees.
• Ensure adherence to university safety protocols.
• Assist other athletic facilities with event support as needed.
• Oversee maintenance and compliance of hot/cold tubs within facilities.
• Ensure all activities comply with institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations.
• Work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Familiarity with risk management principles.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Physical capability to lift and move items weighing 20-50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
• Experience or working knowledge of facility maintenance techniques, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing fundamentals.
• Preferred experience in athletics or recreational facility environments.
• Prior experience in field painting and line marking advantageous.
• Willingness to obtain certifications (forklift, hydraulic lift operation, OSHA) with provided training.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Additional Details

• Employment is contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Use of E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility is required.
• JMU is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment free from discrimination.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range for this role is $44,000 to $49,000 annually. Benefits include paid vacation, sick and parental leave, 19 paid holidays each year, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan through the Virginia Retirement System, employee wellness programs, and tuition waivers for undergraduate and graduate courses at JMU.