Assistant Facility Manager (term)

Date Posted: 10/27/2026 Req ID: 50791 Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed. Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Position Number: 00019236 Existing Vacancy: Yes Description: About us: The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/. Your opportunity: Under the general direction of the Manager, Facility Operations, the Assistant Facility Manager is responsible and accountable for the implementation of daily work duties and responsibilities of full-time and part-time staff under their direction; relating to the maintenance, security, and physical operation of the Facility and the support services to the members, lessees, guests, and/or spectators. The Assistant Facility Manager supports the short and long term facility planning activities and acts as the Facility Manager's designate in their absence. Duties include administering space reservations including room bookings, activity space for all programs, events, and rentals; supervising the work of full and part-time staff; identifying facility and/or equipment issues, problems, and solutions; identifying security issues and needs of the facility, monitoring facility security and resolving security issues; ensuring caretaking requirements are met; assisting in the acquisition of equipment and coordinating installation and maintenance, the managing of equipment maintenance contracts; administering and allocating keys and assisting in any other duties or projects as assigned which contribute to the effective operation and/or improvement of the facility services. Your responsibilities will include: Determining logistical details required to provide provisional facilities support during events and scheduling the set up and takedown of equipment required for events Tracking and monitoring work order status, and ensuring that work orders are completed appropriately Responsible for the purchase ($2,500 maximum), delivery, storage set up, security, servicing, and day to day distribution of equipment Resolving issues within the scope of the role and escalating problems as required Supervising non-USW bargaining unit employees, providing formal job-related training and responsibility for scheduling and workflow Creating and editing a standard operating procedures manual Respondingto incidents and notifying appropriate staff, supervisors and/or authorities as needed Following rules and procedural instructions to ensure visual appearance standards are maintained Essential Qualifications: University degree, preferably a Bachelors of Physical and Health Education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 3 years of related sport facility management and leadership experience in a comparable facility conducting facility administration and directing maintenance duties. Minimum of 3 years experience performing; preventative maintenance, repair, renovation projects, experience in budget management. Minimum of 3 years managing and supervising staff preferably unionized employees. Demonstrated experience with Health and Safety issues, emergency planning and emergency response Mechanical aptitude necessary with understanding of simple repairs and basic materials management and maintenance Knowledge of related trades (Electrical, Plumbing, Locksmith and Carpentry) is necessary Knowledge of employment standards, health and safety and sound management practices is necessary Excellent interpersonal, c…

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