Senior Sports Turf & Grounds Director

Genesis Distribution; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UCF Athletics is seeking an Associate Director of Sports Turf & Grounds to manage all athletic playing surfaces and intramural fields, including the newly renovated football stadium and practice field. This role supports the Director of Sports Turf & Grounds and collaborates with coaches and event staff.

The ideal candidate will lead a turf team, maintain safety standards in line with NCAA guidelines, and handle budgeting, procurement, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in sports turf, horticulture, or golf maintenance.
• Experience leading athletic field operations and teams.
• Knowledge of Bermudagrass maintenance in high-use environments.
• Ability to obtain Florida pesticide licensure and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Baseball field operations, including maintenance schedules, game prep, and improvements.
• Coordinates with Baseball coaching staff and event management teams.
• Supervises four hourly full-time staff and assists in annual work plans and daily task assignments.
• Ensures safety protocols, NCAA and institutional compliance, and proper equipment maintenance.
• Responsible for budgeting, purchasing, inventory, and chemical storage safety.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Budgeting awareness

Regulatory compliance

Facilities coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sports turf, horticulture, or related

High school diploma + 6 years related experience

Tools

Turf equipment maintenance

Chemical handling & storage

Job description

UCF Athletics is seeking an Associate Director of Sports Turf & Grounds to manage all athletic playing surfaces and intramural fields, including the newly renovated football stadium and practice field. This role supports the Director of Sports Turf & Grounds and collaborates with coaches and event staff.

The ideal candidate will lead a turf team, maintain safety standards in line with NCAA guidelines, and handle budgeting, procurement, and equipment maintenance.