Coordinator – Sports Fields (Charlotte Football Club)

Genesis Distribution; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte FootballClub is seeking a Coordinator – Sports Fields in Charlotte, NC. This role supports daily operations of all football fields at our facilities, including game-day and practice field prep. Base salary is $52,000 plus overtime; bonus eligibility may apply.

Responsibilities include ensuring field standards, collaboration with staff, IPM programs, and safe handling of pesticides. Evening/weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Turfgrass Science, Agronomy, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–3+ years in the Turfgrass Management Industry.
• Experience in teams supporting sports field operations.
• Agronomic, BMP, and IPM plan comprehension.
• Ability to perform multi-sport field painting, layout, and event prep.
• Basic pesticide and fertilizer calibration/application knowledge.
• Experience operating sports field equipment.
• Knowledge of Sports Field Management, cultural practices and design.
• NC Pesticide applicator license within 1 year.
• Irrigation system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Evenings, weekends, and event schedules including Charlotte FC matches.
• Pass pre-employment screens and background checks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Team-oriented with core values: accountability, courage, excellence, impact, inclusion, passion, respect.
• Strong decision-making and prioritization.
• Ability to communicate with leadership.
• Motivated, positive team player under pressure.
• Flexible for sporting/live events; independent with minimal supervision.
• Professionalism and accountability; handle confidential information.
• Detail and results oriented.

Responsibilities

• Ensure MLS/FIFA Quality Pro field standards through testing/recordkeeping.
• Collaborate with coordinators and part-time staff for daily maintenance and field prep.
• Collaborate to execute agronomic, BMP, and IPM programs.
• Obtain/maintain NC pesticide applicator license and credits.
• Operate layout, painting, and conversions for practice events.
• Follow daily operational plans and special projects by the Manager.
• Operate field equipment (mowers, sprayers, tractors, paint machines).
• Calibrate/apply pesticides and fertilizers safely.
• Implement inclement weather plans for player safety and readiness.
• Maintain safe, organized, functional work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director, Sports Fields & Grounds.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Team collaboration

IPM knowledge

Field painting & layout

Pesticide/calibration knowledge

Sports field equipment operation

Irrigation systems maintenance

Evenings/weekends availability

Communication skills

Decision making

Accountability

Confidentiality

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelors/Associate in Turfgrass Science or Agronomy

Tools

Sports field equipment

Irrigation equipment

Job description

Coordinator – Sports Fields (Charlotte FootballClub)

Coordinator – Sports Fields (Charlotte FootballClub)

• $ 52,000 Base Salary + OT – Bonus Eligible

OUR TEAM IS GROWING!!

Position:Coordinator – Sports Fields (Charlotte Football Club)
Department:Stadium Operations – Sports Field Management
Reporting Relationship:Manager – Sports Field Management
Status:Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Position Summary
This role is responsible for the daily execution of the operational plans and procedures for all sporting fields at the facilities operated by Tepper Sports and Entertainment, including Atrium Health Performance Park, and Bank of America Stadium.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure league compliance with MLS and FIFA Quality Pro Field of Play Standards through testing and recordkeeping.
• Execute alongside team of Coordinators, and Part-time staff for daily maintenance and field preparation.
• Collaborate with supervisor and manager to execute Agronomic, BMP, and IPM programs.
• Obtain and maintain a NCDOA Pesticide applicator’s license and certification credits.
• Operate within the daily schedule of layout, painting, and conversions for all Charlotte FC practice events.
• Carry out all daily operational plans, goals, and special projects set by the Manager.
• Operate field equipment including mowers, sprayers, tractors, paint machines.
• Calibrate and apply pesticides and fertilizers safely and effectively.
• Execute an established inclement weather plan to ensure player safety and operational readiness across properties.
• Maintain safe, organized, and functional work areas.
• Other duties assigned by Director, Sports Fields & Grounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Turfgrass Science, Agronomy, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 1-3+ Years Experience in the Turfgrass Management Industry.
• Experience working in teams that support sports field operations.
• Ability to comprehend Agronomic, Best Management, IPM Plans.
• Ability to execute multi-Sport field painting, field layout and measurement, and event preparation.
• Basic knowledge of pesticide and fertilizer calibration and application.
• Experience operating sports field equipment.
• Basic knowledge of Sports Field Management, cultural practices and Design.
• Must obtain and maintain a NC Pesticide applicator’s license within one year.
• Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems under supervision.
• Ability to work in the evenings, weekends, and event schedules, including
  Charlotte FC matches.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screens and background checks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to participate in a collaborative team environment that upholds our core values of accountability, courage, excellence, impact, inclusion, passion, and respect.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to communicate with organizational leadership.
• Highly motivated, positive team player with the ability to perform well under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable when preparing for sporting and live events.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High level of professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with care.
• Detail and results oriented.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, bending and walking for extended periods of time.
• Computer-based desk work.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Operation of heavy machinery.
• Operation of hand tools and equipment.
• This position operates primarily outdoors and occasionally within a stadium environment, sometimes in inclement weather. This role is fast paced, with schedules that are subject to change.