Assistant Director, Building Operations
Posting Number: SP005419P
Division/College: Auxiliary Services
Department: Campus Services
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
The Assistant Director, Building Operations has leadership and
supervisory responsibility for the operations of all assigned
multi-use facilities. The Idaho Student Union Building, Pitman
Center, P1FCU Kibbie Dome, and ICCU Arena serve as the backdrop for
concerts, athletics events and more, providing student engagement
and entertainment to the University of Idaho community. This role
oversees the administration and operations of these multi-use
facilities, ensuring they are safe, well-maintained and optimally
utilized. Key duties include overseeing space planning,
maintenance, security and emergency procedures, while collaborating
with university departments and local agencies. The position also
involves hiring, training and supervising staff, managing budgets
and resources, and improving operational efficiency. The Assistant
Director is a highly visible member of the Campus Services team,
working collaboratively with other Auxiliary Services units as
needed.
Required Experience:
- Two years of leadership experience in higher education or
facility management
- Experience with planning, directing, and evaluating in a
complex operation
Required Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
- Ability to work nonstandard business hours, including weekends
and holidays
- Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet
policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Additional Preferred:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field or 4 additional years of
leadership and experience in higher education or facility
management, (6 years' total)
- Experience managing multiple large-scale or multi-use
facilities in a University setting
- Development and implementation of programs, activities and
large-scale projects, which include conceptualizing, coordinate
detailed plans, and follow through to meet deadlines
- Visioning and realizing outcome-based events that promote or
support organizational objectives
- Experience managing multiple projects and events with competing
timelines
- Experience maintaining a calm and professional demeanor in a
high-stress environment, identifying and independently resolving
problems swiftly
- Knowledge of carpentry, general building maintenance and
mechanical systems
- IAVM Certified Venue Professional or Certified Venue
Executive
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, written and
verbally
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50
pounds
- Ability to bend, stoop and reach frequently
- Ability to work inside and outside
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $65,000 or higher, commensurate with
experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation
of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this
vacancy: No
Posting Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: This in-person
position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa
sponsorship.
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of
qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors)
no later than September 7th.
In your letter of qualifications (
human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx
) using details and examples, please address all of the required
and preferred qualifications for this position and how your
experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact
Christy Day at
cday@uidaho.edu.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as
final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal
background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52530
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity
employer, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
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