Associate Athletics Field Superintendent

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU-Stillwater is seeking a Grounds Supervisor to assist in maintaining Athletic Village fields and equipment, and to supervise staff and students. The role supports the Field Superintendent and will coordinate with baseball coaches to oversee two sports and field regulations.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, a valid driver license, and pesticide licensing within 6 months. Regular hours are Mon–Fri 8am–5pm with on-call needs during practices and games.

Qualifications

• Associate's Turfgrass Management or related field; degree must be conferred on or before start date.
• Three years experience in groundskeeping at a college or professional venue; internships may substitute.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of experience.
• Valid driver license required upon hire.
• Obtain within 6 months after hire: Pesticide Applicator License (OK).
• Knowledge of turf grass and pesticides with previous application experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields and grounds as well as equipment.
• Manage and supervise Assistant Field Superintendents and students.
• In the absence of the Athletic Field Superintendent, assume all duties of the superintendent.
• Direct communication with the baseball coaches and coordinate all aspects of the two sports.
• Assist in overseeing maintenance and regulations of all fields.

Skills

Turf grass knowledge

Pesticide application

Equipment operation & calibration

Aerating/verticutting/topdressing/irrr

Occupational safety awareness

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Associate's Turfgrass Management

Bachelor's Turf Management

Tools

Driver license

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Todd Tribble, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with evenings and weekends for practices and games.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application consists of a resume, cover letter, list of professional references, and completed IAWP Employment Approval form which can be found at:
https://okstate.com/documents/2026/4/28/Form_3.14_IAWP.pdf
Applicants that do not provide these materials will not be considered for the position.

About this Position

Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing and managing all aspects of maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields and grounds as well as all associated equipment. This includes management and supervision of Assistant Field Superintendents and students. In the absence of the Athletic Field Superintendent, position is required to assume all duties of the superintendent. Directly responsible for communication with the baseball coaches as well as overseeing and coordination of all aspects of the two sports. Assist in overseeing maintenance and regulations of all fields.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Turfgrass Management or related field;(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Three years experience in groundskeeping at a college or professional venue. Prior completed internships can be substituted for post-graduate experience at the discretion of the Athletic Fields Superintendent.

Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid driver license required upon hire.

Obtain within 6 months after hire: Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry's Pesticide Applicator License

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Knowledge of turf grass and pesticides with previous application experience. Knowledge in the safe mechanical operation and calibration of mechanical equipment, hand operated as well as pressurized spray equipment, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, utility tractors. Knowledge of aerating, verticutting, sweeping, topdressing fertilization and irrigation repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work place. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Turf Management
• Prior supervisory experience

Working Conditions

Will be required to work in inclement weather. Will be required to work hours beyond normal 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday hours, including weekends. Due to communication expectations of the position, the incumbent will be required to maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device. The incumbent's salary includes compensation to apply toward the use of their personal cellular device.

Work with pesticides, chemicals, and fertilizers.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.