Assistant Director of Facilities – Gulfshore Playhouse

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS
Assistant Director of Facilities

Department: Facilities
Reports To: Director of Facilities
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time/Seasonal

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Facilities supports the Director of Facilities in the daily operation, maintenance, safety, and security of Gulfshore Playhouse facilities. This position coordinates routine maintenance, vendors, supplies, inspections, and facility-related needs while ensuring a safe, accessible, and welcoming environment for employees, artists, patrons, and visitors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of all Gulfshore Playhouse facilities.
• Coordinate routine and preventive maintenance schedules and respond to facility-related requests.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and identify maintenance, safety, security, and accessibility concerns.
• Perform minor repairs and coordinate larger repairs with appropriate contractors and service providers.
• Serve as a point of contact for maintenance staff, vendors, contractors, pest control, and waste management providers.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory of maintenance, safety, and operational supplies.
• Assist with monitoring the facilities budget and identifying maintenance and operational needs.
• Work closely with the Director of Facilities and IT Manager to maintain effective building security and access procedures.
• Assist with maintaining safety procedures, emergency preparedness, first aid supplies, and accident reporting.
• Ensure facility operations comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with maintaining facility safety, accessibility, and operational manuals.
• Collaborate with Events, Production, IT, Patron Services, and other departments to support performances, events, and daily operations.
• Provide recommendations to the Director of Facilities regarding repairs, improvements, safety concerns, and operational efficiencies.
• Assist with supervising and coordinating maintenance personnel, as assigned.
• Serve as the Director of Facilities’ designee when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or education in facilities management, maintenance, construction, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in facilities, building maintenance, property management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate vendors, contractors, and multiple maintenance priorities.
• Working knowledge of general building maintenance and safety practices.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during performances or special events as needed.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with facility operations, including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, and moving equipment or supplies.

Our Charter: https://www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org/charter/

Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references as a single PDF to jobs@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.