Associate Athletics Field Superintendent AS8038

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University OSU-Stillwater is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance role to oversee athletic village fields and related equipment. You will supervise staff and coordinate with baseball coaches to ensure all turf areas meet standards.

The position requires a turfgrass background and pesticide knowledge, with willingness to work outside normal hours for practices and games, including weekends. Valid driver’s license and pesticide license within 6 months are required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Turfgrass Management or related field; degree must be conferred on or before start date.
• Three years' groundskeeping experience at a college or professional venue.
• Internships may substitute for post-graduate experience.
• Additional post-secondary education may substitute for years of experience.
• Valid driver's license required; obtain pesticide applicator license within 6 months after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing maintenance and upkeep of OSU Athletic Village fields and grounds.
• Supervise Assistant Field Superintendents and students.
• In the absence of the Athletic Field Superintendent, assume all duties.
• Coordinate communications with baseball coaches and oversee both sports' field regulations.

Skills

Turfgrass knowledge

Pesticide application

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's Turfgrass Management

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.

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.