Field & Turf Operations Lead

The City of Gulfport; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 43,684,000 - 72,806,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Gulfport is seeking a Turf and Field Manager to oversee all athletic fields and outdoor sports facilities. This role leads turf staff, coordinates daily maintenance, and ensures readiness for games and tournaments.

Based in Gulfport, MS, the position requires supervising crews, planning seasonal projects, and maintaining safety and quality standards across the complex. Outdoor work and driving may be involved.

Qualifications

• Experience in athletic field maintenance or turf management.
• Supervisory experience is required.
• Experience operating commercial grounds maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily athletic field and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain and prepare athletic fields including mowing, edging, aerating, fertilizing, irrigating turf.
• Set up and stripe fields for soccer, baseball, softball, football, and other events to standards.
• Monitor field conditions and perform turf/ground repairs and equipment maintenance.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for fields and equipment.
• Supervise turf maintenance staff and seasonal workers.

Skills

Turf management

Supervisory skills

Communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

The City of Gulfport is seeking a Turf and Field Manager to oversee all athletic fields and outdoor sports facilities. This role leads turf staff, coordinates daily maintenance, and ensures readiness for games and tournaments.

Based in Gulfport, MS, the position requires supervising crews, planning seasonal projects, and maintaining safety and quality standards across the complex. Outdoor work and driving may be involved.