Working Title: Facilities Building Manager

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300263 - Facilities and Events

 

Pay Band: 3

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $43,000 - $47,072 

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 06/09/2026

 

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
• Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

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General Information:

James Madison University, a Division 1 member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for the position of Facilities Building Manager. Under the direction of the Director of Facilities and working closely with the Associate Athletic Director of Facilities and Events, this position will be responsible for managing assigned venues and will serve as the primary point of contact for these venues; and as such, will manage all activities required to operate, maintain, and service the venue and/or events held in the athletics facilities at James Madison University.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Personnel Management: This position will provide coordination, leadership, and guidance to Athletic Facilities Staff (5 full-time; multiple part-time), Athletic Facilities Student Assistants (15-20), Part-time Operations Assistants and Facilities/Operations interns. This position will serve as a first line resource to help facilities staff with resource management, troubleshooting, scheduling, and problem solving in day-to-day operations. This position will lead field paint scheduling in collaboration with other facilities staff members and Facilities Management staff. This position will oversee the hiring, training, scheduling, and termination of part-time and student staff. This position will serve as main point of contact for facility operations in the absence of the Director of Facilities. Make critical decisions that could affect the safety of student athletes, coaches, and patrons.

Building Coordinator: This position will act as building coordinator of assigned facilities and will serve as the primary point of contact for programs and support staff for all facility needs or concerns. Repair and/or report maintenance issues in a timely manner to ensure they are addressed quickly and appropriately. Establish, implement, and oversee preventative, planned, and day-to-day maintenance of facility. Coordinate scheduling of meeting rooms and ensure spaces are set up per the end user’s requests. Assist staff with building and card swipe access. Oversees and coordinates setup, conversion, and teardown of equipment within the venue. Provide staffing support to events within the facility and coordinate staffing schedules to ensure all events within the building are staffed adequately.

Facilities Management: The employee will serve as a primary liaison to the University Facilities Management Department, contractors, and vendors with respect to operations, maintenance, facilities improvements and renovations. Helps to establish, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance of all athletic facilities. Liaison to FM regarding the reporting of facilities maintenance and improvements, following up on and tracking status of projects in all facilities, and ensuring project completion both in timing and to department’s satisfaction.

Game and Event Support: Assign staff to appropriately support Game Operations and Special Events including set up of equipment, scoreboard, sound system; game day or support by Full Time, Part Time and/or student staff. Work in support of assigned varsity game day operations and special events including pre-event set up, in-event operation, and post-event take down. Assign staff to ensure varsity athletic and special events are adequately prepared for and covered during the event. Assists facilities staff members in training and communicating department expectations of event coverage and event preparation. Must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Capital Construction/Renovations/Project Management: Position will have some oversight for assigned capital, renovations, and major maintenance projects which may be ongoing or short-term and which require planning, coordination, and supervision in collaboration with Facilities Planning & Construction and Engineering Departments.

Asset/Inventory Management: Assist in managing the department's fixed assets including but not limited to equipment inventory, equipment transfer and disposal, and maintaining up-to-date records. Serve as fixed assets coordinator, inventorying new equipment, maintaining and updating the facility equipment inventory, and transferring old equipment to other departments or surplus.

 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must possess excellent written, interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Must possess knowledge of risk management.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to move relatively heavy objects and moderate lifting of 20-50 lbs. is essential.
• Must possess working knowledge of facility maintenance methods and techniques, and a general working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills.

Additional Considerations:

• Prior experience working within athletics or recreational facilities.
• Prior experience in painting/lining fields.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Ability to obtain (training will be provided): forklift certification, hydraulic lift operation certification and OSHA certification.
• Basic computer skills.

Additional Posting Information:

 

 

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

 

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

 

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.