Why is UH for you: 

INSTITUTION - University of Houston is a Division I university with over 47,000 undergraduate and post graduate students enrolled and is one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. UH has strong athletic programs and is in the Big 12 Athletic Conference.  The Campus Recreation and Wellness Center Natatorium serves as home to the six-time champion varsity swimming and diving team. UH is committed to supporting all students, faculty and staff and is a Jed Campus.  Benefits include employer paid health coverage, retirements through the Teacher Retirement System, Power Up Wellness program, professional development opportunities, and staff scholarships available for eligible employees.

DEPARTMENT - Contributing to an institutional culture of care, the Department of Campus Recreation is one of six departments that comprise the Health and Well-being team within the Division of Student Affairs. Campus Recreation is focused on student success through engagement, connection and learning and plays an integral role in the well-being of the UH community. 

DISCOVER THE SPACE CITY - The City of Houston is a global city that is rich with arts and entertainment including vibrant Theater and Museum Districts, the World Series winning Houston Astros, Houston Texans and Houston Rockets, cultural events, and over 1400 acres of green space for outdoor enthusiasts.  Visit NASA or take a short drive to Galveston.  H-town is also filled with endless dining options for foodies. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:  The Program Director of Operations is responsible for the day-to-day operations of recreation facilities including the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner Field, CRWC Field, and tennis courts including budgetary planning, developing reports, and participating in the long-term planning.  Evening, weekend, and holiday hours required. 

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Direct the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, evaluation, and scheduling of a operations staff; Provide feedback, instruction, and guidance to support professional growth of staff and to ensure departmental initiatives are accomplished 
• Provide leadership and management for facilities and operations to include facility inspections, cleanliness, maintenance, and documentation; Contribute to the development of routine and preventative maintenance plans, procedures and assist with management of their execution; assist with coordination of the repair and replacement of equipment
• Assess, evaluate, and mitigate risk for all facilities to ensure compliance with university, local and state standards, as well as follow industry standards; Contribute to departmental risk and safety plans; apply policies and procedures
• Responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships with both internal and external partners within the Division, academic units, and external groups; Contributes to the development and execution of partner agreements and the scheduling and execution of events; Serve as point of contact on day of for large scale rentals and events
• Develop, administer, and analyzes operations budget, financial records, and payroll processes; Maintains accurate records and creates various administrative reports including semester reports, assessment reports, and others; Contributes to long range strategic planning and assessment for operations
• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

A Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Health Education, Physical Education, Sports Management, Recreation, or related field.  Master’s degree preferred.  Minimum requirements are at least three years of experience working in a leadership or supervisory capacity with an emphasis on staff development, fiscal management, and facility operations/management. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of 5- years of progressive experience.  Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as demonstrated leadership ability are also desirable.  Team oriented ideals, willingness to work hard, and a desire to learn is important in this position. 

APPLICATIONS: Applications will be taken until the position is filled with priority review beginning May 25, 2026.  Applicants must apply online at the University of Houston, Human Resources page at HERE .  Please submit cover letter, resume and list of 3 references with online application.  Transcripts will be required upon hiring.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.

About University of Houston

Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is a culturally diverse public urban institution seeking to become one of the nation’s top research universities. The University is located on 567 beautifully landscaped acres near downtown Houston. The University has over 46,000 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The student population has more than 60% minority students (African American, Asian, Hispanic, and Native American) and 9.4% are international students representing more than 100 countries. UH is considered to have one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. UH is located in Houston, Texas, the nation’s fourth-largest city and the energy capital of the world.

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