Athletic Fields Lead: Turf Care & Field Prep

Columbus; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Columbus is seeking a supervisor to oversee staff in care and maintenance of sports fields and facilities. Responsibilities include laying out fields, marking surfaces, scheduling work, and ensuring safe, quality turf and structures during league play.

The position requires an associate degree in turf grass science or related field and two years of supervisory experience; possession of a valid Commercial Applicator License and a driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with turf grass science or related field and two years of supervisory experience.
• Additional experience in maintenance of athletic fields may substitute education.
• Valid Commercial Applicator License (Turf Pests and Industrial Vegetation) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees in care and maintenance of sports fields.
• Constructs and maintains athletic fields according to regulations.
• Marks boundaries and playing surfaces for various sports.
• Schedules and assigns work activities.
• Oversees repairs to facilities near fields.
• Monitors turf conditions and conducts pesticide applications when appropriate.
• Trains staff in safe field maintenance practices.
• Prepares budgetary recommendations and tracks expenditures.
• Coordinates with leagues on field schedule changes.
• Recommends staffing needs.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies; manages maintenance calendar.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Field maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in turf grass science or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

The City of Columbus is seeking a supervisor to oversee staff in care and maintenance of sports fields and facilities. Responsibilities include laying out fields, marking surfaces, scheduling work, and ensuring safe, quality turf and structures during league play.

The position requires an associate degree in turf grass science or related field and two years of supervisory experience; possession of a valid Commercial Applicator License and a driver's license is also required.