Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
October 9, 2025; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.
Department Summary
The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 280 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually, and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.
Position Summary
The Operations Supervisor’s primary responsibility is for the stewardship of multiple Athletic Facilities, housed in the Autzen Complex, supervising facility maintenance, equipment repair, grounds maintenance, and custodial maintenance activities. This position will supervise and coordinate the work of skilled and unskilled workers and various contractors covering a wide array of disciplines.
Coordination also includes assisting the Director of Facility Operations with scheduling staff in support of Athletic events and third-party activities occurring within the University of Oregon Athletic Department's facilities.
The Operations Supervisor has broad responsibilities, including budget authority, staff supervision, and independent decision-making capability related to the care and upkeep of Athletic facilities.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the facility maintenance, equipment repair, grounds maintenance, and janitorial activities of the Casanova Center, Moshofsky Center, PK Park, Pape Field, and Autzen Stadium, while supporting all other Athletic Department facilities, complexes, and grounds.
The Operations Supervisor reports directly to the Director of Facility Operations and provides leadership and direction to the full time staff members (12) whom they directly supervise.
This position is responsible for being a self-starter, strategic planner, and partner in the management/coordination of facility related issues.
The Operations Supervisor will also provide leadership and daily direction to other classified staff within the Facilities Department in cooperation with their direct supervisor.
Special Requirement:
This position will require a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain UO Driver's Certification.
Minimum Requirements
• 2 years’ experience with facility maintenance, grounds, janitorial, and/or event set up.
• Experience in one or more of the following trade areas- carpentry, electrical, mechanical, painting, grounds, janitorial, and plumbing.
Professional Competencies
• Effective communication skills with the ability to understand and convey information in various formats, including instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively to customers and members of the organization.
• Experience with safety programs and practices.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb a large number of stairs, and work on their feet for long periods of time.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• This position is subject to long hours, nights, weekends, on-call, and holidays as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
• 3-5 years of experience in facility maintenance, grounds, janitorial, and/or event set up.
• 2+ years’ experience in one of the following trade areas – carpentry, electrical, mechanical, painting, grounds, janitorial, and plumbing.
• Experience supervising employees, writing schedules, directing work, evaluating work in the field and on paper, disciplining employees, when necessary, and executing payroll.
• Experience managing small and medium size projects.
• Forklift, Scissor lift, Boom lift certification and/or experience.
• Experience in executing events in a support role or leadership role.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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