Athletic Facilities Manager

Performs responsible supervisory and administrative work in directing grounds services for all athletic grounds, including athletic fields, and supervises the activities of grounds crewmembers directly, ensuring that grounds services meet the guidelines established by the Athletic Director. Responsible for providing strong leadership and management to the grounds department while establishing a healthy culture of teamwork.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ensures that all Athletic grounds are maintained in a manner which provides a clean and safe environment by developing departmental procedures and guidelines which address these objectives, directing the priorities for work assignments, regular and special duties, supervising the activities of grounds crewmembers directly, anticipating requirements for exceptional efforts and developing appropriate contingency plans, and inspecting the quality of work performed.

2. Advises the senior administration regarding the general condition and cleanliness of athletic grounds by conducting daily inspections, reviewing condition reports from workers, and submitting appropriate reports and documents to the Athletic Director.

3. Recommends the acquisition of contract services to the athletic staff by writing and/or reviewing the specifications for the contract work to be performed, analyzing estimates from reputable vendors, and determining (in conjunction with senior management) the lowest/best bid.

4. Ensures that contract services meet specified results by inspecting the work performed and directing corrective action to be taken as necessary.

5. Ensures that grounds personnel have the equipment and supplies necessary to perform services by reviewing requests from workers for supplies and equipment, requisitioning for replacement items as necessary, and directing the storage of supplies and equipment in a secure facility.

6. Develops an effective staff by training employees to standards, supervising the performance of departmental tasks, evaluating employee performance, and directing corrective measures to be taken when necessary.

7. Assures compliance with College rules and policies regarding employee conduct by advising grounds personnel of the College’s rules and policies on employee conduct and recommending termination of employment to the Athletic Director as necessary.

8. Contributes to the overall success of the Athletic department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

1. A high school diploma or the equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree of Turfgrass Management or related grounds management program preferred.

2. With the high school diploma, at least ten years of supervisory experience is required, preferably in grounds services. With the bachelor’s degree, five years of supervisory experience is required. Experience in office management is preferred.

3. Management skills, particularly in planning and organizing, and delegation of responsibilities, are required.

4. Knowledge of contract bidding, specification writing, and associated responsibilities are preferred.

5. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

6. Computer literacy, particularly in the use of automated work order systems, is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person