Director of Sports Turf & Grounds — Stadium Fields

Genesis Distribution; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DC United in Washington, DC, is hiring a full-time Director of Grounds to supervise the playing surface at Audi Field, the Performance Complex, and surrounding areas. The role reports to the VP Real Estate & Operations and leads turf maintenance, budgeting, and program development.

Requirements include a BS in turfgrass science or related field, 3–5 years in sports turf, and the ability to work non-traditional hours, lift 50 lb, and pass a background check. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in turfgrass science, horticulture, or a related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in sports turf management, either on the professional or collegiate level.
• Knowledge of equipment and procedures of grounds construction and maintenance.
• Ability to operate turf equipment.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours in non-traditional settings.
• Ability to routinely lift at least 50 pounds.
• Background check required.
• D.C. United is committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in day-to-day turf management for professional fields.
• Establish and maintain grounds budget with VP Real Estate & Operations, including staffing, field paint, sand, fertilizer, seed, and maintenance.
• Develop maintenance and fertilization programs for playing surfaces.
• Paint and maintain field markings for events at Audi Field and training facilities.
• Oversee field event setups for soccer, football, lacrosse, rugby, and concerts.
• Manage irrigation systems and use grow blankets/lights as needed.
• Coordinate with front office and coaching staff on field needs.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Non-traditional hours

Communication

Field painting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in turfgrass science or related field

Tools

Irrigation systems knowledge

Grounds equipment operation

Grow blankets / grow lights usage

Job description

DC United in Washington, DC, is hiring a full-time Director of Grounds to supervise the playing surface at Audi Field, the Performance Complex, and surrounding areas. The role reports to the VP Real Estate & Operations and leads turf maintenance, budgeting, and program development.

Requirements include a BS in turfgrass science or related field, 3–5 years in sports turf, and the ability to work non-traditional hours, lift 50 lb, and pass a background check. Equal opportunity employer.