Facilities Director

Posted by U.S. National Whitewater Center on 05/27/2021

Job Basics

Industry Sector: Action, Bike, Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoor, WaterSports

Job Categories: Management, Operations

Company Type: Recreation

State: NC, SC

City: Charlotte

Country: United States

Required Experience: 7 - 10 years

Job Type: Full Time

Salary:

Required to Relocate:

Required to Travel:

Employee May Telecommute: No

Job Seeker Must Live Within:

Job Description & Requirements

The Facilities Director at the Whitewater Center oversees all aspects of maintenance, repair, construction and general upkeep of the Whitewater Center facilities, grounds and support systems.  This includes the administration of building systems (plumbing, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, technology/network, audio/visual), commercial kitchens and food establishments, conference spaces, offices, landscaping, water filtration, heavy equipment, vehicles, event venues, common public spaces and all supporting infrastructure. Additionally, the Facilities Director is responsible for the strategic planning of future site and infrastructure needs in coordination with the Whitewater Center management team. The Facilities Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer.  

Responsibilities: 

• Leadership of the facilities and grounds team responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the Whitewater Center’s 1,300 acre footprint. 
• Coordination with the Chief Executive Officer and department directors on strategic planning and future site development. 
• Project management and execution of all facility/system initiatives to support the Operations and Administrative teams.   
• Supervision of all vendor and governmental relationships pertaining to the execution of infrastructure development, construction, maintenance and inspections.  
• Development and execution of standard operating procedures, maintenance processes and safety considerations pertaining to Whitewater Center facilities and systems.  

Requirements: 

• 8+ years’ experience in project management, team development and leadership, engineering, business management or similar.  
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  
• General knowledge of building equipment, building codes and common facility systems. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Comfortable with physically demanding duties including extended presence in outdoor environments. 
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays. 

Status:
 Full-time, Year Round

Benefits:
 Facility Access
 Staff Discount Program
 Health, Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account
 401(k)
 Paid Time Off

Culture:
The Whitewater Center is dedicated to the promotion of the active, outdoor lifestyle. We are a team whose culture and work environment facilitates real engagement through real experiences. Since 2006, the Whitewater Center has engaged all levels of participants through its activity passes, instruction, and youth programming as well as its festivals, races, and other outdoor events. Opportunities can be found at the Whitewater Center for those interested in active summer jobs, a gateway into the outdoor lifestyle, or furthering your career in the outdoor industry.

Legal Disclosures:
The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer who participates in the E-Verify program. 

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About U.S. National Whitewater Center

The Whitewater Center is currently comprised of over 1,300 acres of protected land offering 50 miles of trail and access to the Catawba River and Long Creek.  The Center’s goal is to continue to increase the size of these protected lands and promote even greater access through land acquisition and natural resource management. Whether you visit to ride 50 miles of single-track trail or simply enjoy eating a meal by the whitewater course, we are certain that you will meet new people and connect with old friends in a shared experience outside.