Assistant Director - PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE
Assistant Director - PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics - PERA

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
WPI is searching for a dynamic individual for our full-time position, Assistant Director of Facilities Operations & Recreation. The successful candidate Assists the Associate Athletic Director-PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation in the supervision and management of daily operations of the Department of Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics (PERA) facilities and recreational programming. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to: facilities management and maintenance, risk management, internal and external scheduling, student and support staff training and development, recreation and summer programming. Supervise the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator.

JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Manage and oversee all PERA facilities, including Harrington Auditorium, Sports & Recreation Center, Alumni Stadium, and the Rooftop Field Complex.
  • Provide daily leadership, training, development, and scheduling of all student and staff managing PERA facilities to support wellness, physical education, recreation, and athletics activities.
  • Work closely with campus facilities offices to coordinate the maintenance of all PERA facilities and equipment repair.
  • Manage and coordinate all PERA facility reservation requests for both internal and external groups.
  • Serve as the point person for external groups regarding contracts, risk management requirements, and operations of external activities.
  • Work closely with campus constituents on all major events that impact PERA facilities.
  • Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures for PERA Facilities, intramural, and recreational programming.
  • Assist the Associate Athletic Director, PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation, with their areas of responsibility, including club sports, wellness programs, recreation, and summer programming.
  • Direct and lead the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator in their responsibilities.
  • Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.


Salary Grade 7: $62,500 - $72,500 per year (depending on experience)

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Compensation at WPI

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

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About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.

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Posted 2026-05-29

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