Athletic Facilities Specialist

Reporting to the Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Management, the Athletic Facilities Specialist will perform maintenance and preparation functions on athletic fields, floors, and buildings.

Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports and are members of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Eastern College Athletic Conference Hockey League (ECAC Hockey), and the Liberty League. Men’s and women’s ice hockey compete at the NCAA Division I level; all other sports compete at the NCAA Division III level.

Job Title: Athletics Facilities Specialist

Supervisor: Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Management

Pay status and classification: Non-Exempt, regular full-time. This is a 12-month position. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship

Position Purpose: Reporting to the Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Management, the Athletic Facilities Specialist will perform maintenance and preparation functions on athletic fields, floors, and buildings.

Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports and are members of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Eastern College Athletic Conference Hockey League (ECAC Hockey), and the Liberty League. Men’s and women’s ice hockey compete at the NCAA Division I level; all other sports compete at the NCAA Division III level. 

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Maintain athletic buildings by performing custodial duties, event set up

• Maintain athletic fields by raking, rolling and lining the fields

• Operate light trucks, golf cart, and turf machine

• Assist in snow removal around athletic facilities

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The College may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Qualifications: 

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends is required.

• Ability to lift heavy items often in excess of 100 lbs., utilize team lift techniques, stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.

• Ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues

• Must have knowledge of safe working habits/lifting techniques and an attention to detail/knowledge of moving practices.

• A valid New York State driver's license is required. 

Compensation:

The rate for this position is $19.00 - $20.00 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
• Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Exchange

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).