Athletic Fields Supervisor, Dedeaux Field Full Time Los Angeles, CA

Genesis Distribution; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USC benefits package

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking an Athletic Fields Supervisor for Dedeaux Field in Los Angeles, CA. The role leads a team to maintain top-quality fields for training and competition, partnering with USC Athletics to support student-athletes and fans.

You will oversee hiring, training, budgeting, and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and smooth operations across all field-related activities. This full-time position offers USC benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of athletic fields maintenance and progressive leadership/management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of sports turf maintenance and NCAA rules/regulations.
• Valid CA driver’s license; DMV Pull Notice System compliance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise athletic fields staff and handle hiring, training, and performance reviews.
• Plan and implement annual field renovation and maintenance programs.
• Budget planning, cost tracking, and procurement of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure facilities security procedures and coordination with public safety.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on productivity and financials.

Skills

Athletic fields maintenance

Leadership/management

Sports turf maintenance

CA driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Athletic Fields Supervisor, DedeauxField Full Time Los Angeles, CA

Where we create today's champions and tomorrow's leaders. In conjunction with the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, USC Athletics is committed to recruiting and developing student-athletes who will perform in the classroom and compete at a championship level in every sport.

We are seeking aAthletics Field Supervisorto join our rapidly growing team supporting the Dedeaux Field

The Opportunity:
Are you passionate about stadium fields and athletic grounds? Do you take pride in creating the best field for athletes and spectators alike? Then we want you! As our Athletic Fields Supervisor, you will lead our team to ensure that our athletes have the highest quality fields available for training, collegiality, and competition. Our fans are just as important to us as our athletes, so we will count on your hard work to guarantee that they can enjoy a clean, accommodating space. Our athletes and fans drive us, and we need you to be as dedicated and enthusiastic as we are!

The Accountabilities:

• Supervise athletic fields staff. Screen and interview applicants and make hiring decisions. Train staff and counsel or discipline as needed. Provide performance feedback and prepare documented appraisals. Determine and/or recommend unit salary administration including raises, promotions and/or reclassifications.
• Assess athletic fields maintenance workload and schedule staff accordingly. Develop, plan, and implement annual renovation and maintenance programs for athletic fields to optimize turf play quality. Determine staffing needs for peak volumes and/or special projects and arrange for temporary workers. Authorize overtime as appropriate.
• Ensure staff is adequately trained and cross-trained to promote continuity of operations during vacations and extended absences.
• Trains and supports staff and team leader(s). Integrates the Pay for Skills program, provides forms and supplies, schedules training, and gives/receives feedback for staff training and development. Verifies completion of Pay for Skills training requirements.
• Monitor workflow for efficiency and timeliness. Set priorities based on landscape conditions, weather, and special events.
• Reviews work for quality, completion, accuracy and adherence to internal operating policies and procedures. Addresses problems and errors and provides feedback.
• Provide technical assistance to staff for training purposes and for problem-solving. Provide background and interpretation of departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Determine costs of equipment, materials, and supplies and price accordingly. Order materials, supplies, and equipment. Liaises with vendors on issues related to products, services and delivery.
• Maintain specialized equipment and provides training for staff and/or student workers on utilization of equipment. Make minor repairs and/or coordinate with vendors for preventive maintenance, repairs, and/or enhancements. Research and prepare recommendations for acquisitions of specialized equipment.
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and internal systems which support the work of the unit. Define needs and coordinate the development of manual and/or automated systems to facilitate workflow.
• Ensure records are kept up-to-date and maintained in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain unit statistics on productivity and generate reports for review by manager. Prepare standing and/or ad hoc reports for management. Gather data, determine report format, and generate information.
• Plan and administer income and expense budgets. Develop projections. Track actual income and expenses and adjust operating plans to address variances.
• Secures all athletic facilities and fields to ensure proper use. Contacts Department of Public Safety to report unauthorized usage and personnel.
• Develops and implements security related procedures such as office opening and closing routines, recognition of duress signals and key controls. Coordinates security activities with Department of Public Safety. Promotes and maintains standards for security conscious awareness and behavior. Maintains knowledge of University’s crime prevention and suppression programs and services. Ensures dissemination of security related information to staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The Qualifiers:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 5 years.
• Minimum Field of Expertise: Thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of athletic fields maintenance with progressive leadership/management/supervision experience. Thorough knowledge of sports turf maintenance with knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit thepolicy website.

What We Prefer:

• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree.
• Preferred Experience: 7 years of experience within a college/university environment.
• Preferred Field of Expertise: Knowledge of UPC and/or HSC campuses.

The Trojan Family Rewards:
We pride ourselves in creating theBEST USC EXPERIENCE, and that begins with our employees! We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs that support our staff and their families. For more information please visit https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks .

This support advocates work-life balance and employee well-being. As members of the Trojan family, employees are connected by the traditions and history that make us proud to be Trojans!

The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members.

USC has great minds that transform the world with their talents and research. Will you be one? Join us!

FIGHT ON!

The annual base salary range for this position is $82,000-$96,000. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.