Division I Athletic Grounds Lead

Compass Group USA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Personal Leave

Job summary

University of South Florida is seeking an Athletic Grounds Superintendent to manage the daily operations and maintenance of USF Athletics outdoor fields and related grounds. You will implement turfgrass management programs, irrigation, pest control, and field preparation for practices and events, coordinating with athletics leadership and external vendors to ensure top competitive standards.

The role requires oversight of field conditions, schedules, and staff, with strong emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience managing high‑profile athletic fields.
• Experience supervising grounds personnel.
• Knowledge of athletic field construction, turfgrass science, irrigation, fertility, pest management, soil science, and field renovation.
• Current pesticide applicator certification or ability to obtain Florida licenses within six months.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and non‑traditional schedules.
• Florida pesticide applicator certification in applicable turf and ornamental categories.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation and maintenance of USF Athletics athletic fields, practice fields, competition venues, and grounds.
• Establish and maintain maintenance schedules.
• Oversee mowing, aeration, fertilization, irrigation, pest management.
• Maintain fields to Division I championship standards with safety in mind.
• Coordinate field preparation for practices, events, and tournaments.
• Supervise grounds staff and seasonal employees.
• Develop staff training on turfgrass management, safety, and equipment.

Skills

Five years experience managing high‑pr

Supervision of grounds staff

Excellent written and verbal skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerP)

Valid driver's license

Ability to work extended hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Turfgrass Science, Horticulture, or related discipline

Job description

University of South Florida is seeking an Athletic Grounds Superintendent to manage the daily operations and maintenance of USF Athletics outdoor fields and related grounds. You will implement turfgrass management programs, irrigation, pest control, and field preparation for practices and events, coordinating with athletics leadership and external vendors to ensure top competitive standards.

The role requires oversight of field conditions, schedules, and staff, with strong emphasis on safety,