Manager, Field

Washington Nationals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

401(k) and pension plan

Complimentary Nationals home game tix

Free onsite fitness center

Job summary

Washington Nationals is seeking a Field Manager to oversee maintenance of the playing surface and surrounding landscape, ensuring MLB-standard quality for practices and games.

You will supervise seasonal staff and interns, manage pesticide records, and coordinate field prep for all Nationals and visiting teams, including game-day operations and special events.

Qualifications

• Must maintain exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a District of Columbia Pesticide Applicators License and abide by regulations.
• Strong planning, problem solving, and detail orientation for field operations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and supervise seasonal staff and interns.
• Maintain expenses and support budget tracking.
• Maintain a record book of pesticide and fertilizer applications.
• Oversee field maintenance, turf care, and infield/rootzone work to MLB standards.
• Coordinate field prep for baseball activities and field requests from Nationals staff and visiting teams.
• Manage game day and non-game day field activities for MLB games, concerts, and events.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and safety across field operations.
• Communicate with front office, coaches, and players when required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Planning ahead

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)

SFMA membership

District of Columbia Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Description

Reporting to the Director of Field Operations, the Field Manager is responsible for supporting the overall upkeep and maintenance practices for the playing field and surrounding landscape areas. This position supervises the part-time employees as well as interns recruited by the Field Operations Department. The Field Manager is responsible for supporting the effort to provide a high-quality field that complies with the specifications and safety standards set forth by Major League Baseball (MLB), the Washington Nationals, and the Director of Field Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment, training, and supervision of seasonal part-time employees as well as candidates for internship positions.
• Document expenses and provide necessary financial tracking information to support the management of the assigned operating budget.
• Responsible for maintaining a current and accurate record book of all pesticide and fertilizer applications.
• Supervise and assist in all day-to-day activities that are required of maintaining a field at a professional level, including advanced turf management, accurate pesticide and fertilizer applications, all aspects of managing infield clay/pitching mounds/home plate areas, along with the warning track.
• Under general direction, manage field preparation for all baseball-related activities and manage all field requests from the players and coaching staff of the Nationals and visiting teams.
• Manage all game day and non-game day field activities, including field preparations for MLB games, concerts, corporate sponsorship events, community relations outreach programs, and all other non-baseball scheduled events.
• Oversee the maintenance of all equipment to extend its useful life and appearance.
• In the absence of the Director of Field Operations or the Senior Field Manager, this position may be trusted to perform all field activities, manage all staff, and effectively communicate with front office employees, coaches, and players.
• This position is not exempt from any other duty that is required to fulfill the expectations and overall operations of the Field Operations Department.

Compensation

The projected annual salary range for this position is $63,0000 per year. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays throughout the year and a holiday break in December
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
• Employee discounts
• Free onsite fitness center

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Qualifications

Experience – Required

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50pounds.
• Required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, run long distances, and climb up and down stairs and ladders, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Exposure to inside and outside environmental conditions: extreme heat, extreme cold, noise, hazards, and atmospheric conditions (fumes, odor, dust, mists, gases or poor ventilation).
• Employees working with tools and machines can be injured if they use them carelessly.
• The job is not considered dangerous; however, pesticides can be harmful if not handled with caution.
• Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts when required.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Must exhibit exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain a District of Columbia issued Pesticide Applicators License and abide by all regulations.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure and adjust to rapidly changing work schedules and environmental conditions throughout the baseball season.
• Possess a strong ability to problem solve, proactively plan ahead, and think creatively to support operations.
• Experience and general knowledge of small engine use and maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of equipment: mowers, tractors, turf cultivating implements, forklifts, skid steers, boom lift, and scissor lifts.
• Experience and general knowledge of small engine use and maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of equipment: mowers, tractors, turf cultivating implements, forklifts, skid steers, boom lift, and scissor lifts.
• Experience and general knowledge of irrigation repairs and general use of irrigation system.
• Knowledge of agronomy and regional turfgrass management practices including pest, disease, and weed management; soil chemistry; aerification techniques; topdressing; sodding; seeding; painting; field layout, and field measurements.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Achieved or in pursuit of Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM) certification.
• Active member of Sports Field Management Association (SFMA).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in managing a natural grass playing surface at a professional (or collegiate) sports venue.
• Must successfully clear a background check.
• Must have U.S. work authorization.
• Uphold Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, and Teamwork. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction – Together.
• Experience and knowledge of essential turf grass cultural practices such as mowing, aerification, topdressing, sodding, overseeding, irrigation, and fertility applications.

Experience – Preferred

• Budget management skills are preferred but not required.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.