Head Sports Turf Manager – Collegiate Fields

Genesis Distribution; Boca Raton (FL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Sports Turf Manager to lead all athletic field operations and maintain pristine natural grass fields. You will oversee a turf crew, coordinate irrigation, fertility, and IPM programs, and manage game-day preparations to ensure top playing surfaces.

The role requires 3+ years of turf management at collegiate or professional level, a valid driver’s license, and a pesticide applicator license.

Competenze

• 3+ years of sports turf management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain; SFS will support licensing process).
• Experience managing and leading a grounds crew.

Mansioni

• Own, develop, and execute a comprehensive agronomic maintenance program for athletic natural grass fields.
• Manage and mentor a turf crew, including an Assistant Turf Manager and Groundskeepers.
• Monitor turf health, diagnose and respond to turf stress, disease, pest pressure, and wear issues.
• Design, oversee, and troubleshoot irrigation systems across all fields; ensure systems operate efficiently year-round.
• Plan and manage fertility programs, IPM plans, and cultural practices including aeration, topdressing, overseeding, and verticutting.
• Operate and maintain a full suite of equipment including mowers, tractors, aerators, topdressers, sprayers, sod cutters.
• Manage materials procurement; coordinate with vendors for timely delivery.
• Develop and manage the annual turf operations budget in coordination with SFS management and the client.
• Coordinate with FAU athletic and facilities staff on field scheduling, event preparation, game day operations, and post-event recovery.
• Lead game day and special event preparations, including line striping, clay work, tarp handling, and inclement weather response.
• Maintain detailed records of all agronomic applications, equipment maintenance, and field conditions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including pesticide application laws.

Descrizione del lavoro

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Sports Turf Manager to lead all athletic field operations and maintain pristine natural grass fields. You will oversee a turf crew, coordinate irrigation, fertility, and IPM programs, and manage game-day preparations to ensure top playing surfaces.

The role requires 3+ years of turf management at collegiate or professional level, a valid driver’s license, and a pesticide applicator license.