Field Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE: Oversee all aspects of sports field operations. This includes but is not limited to planning, staffing, scheduling and grounds/equipment maintenance duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the facilities including facility rental (Rec Trac Scheduling), Staffing and maintenance.
• Ability to work along with Horticulturist to establish goals and objectives for the athletic complexes.

• Assist in formulating annual operating budget; monitor expenditure. Implementation of established fees and practices as approved by the Minot Park District
• Inventory Management
• Assist in Hiring, training, supervisors, and monitors the performance of assigned field staff; ensures staff compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepares, coordinates, and maintains employee work schedules. Opening and prepping complexes in the absence of other field staff.
• Schedules and coordinates facility use for Corbett Field, Hoeven Field, Optimist Soccer Complex, secondary neighborhood ball field operations and/or Minot Park District programs and non-Minot Park District events.
• Coordinates with Supervisors and Field Staff in planning, organizing and coordinating schedules and assigning work to crews of athletic complexes
• Schedule, coordinate, develop, plan, and supervise all aspects of assigned fields.
• General maintenance and upkeep of facilities including parking lots, locker rooms, shops, stadiums and grounds.
• Plans for general maintenance and yearly projects and implements what is required to complete the work i.e. aerifying, fertilizing. herbicide treatments etc.
• Conducts inspections and ensures proper cleaning, upkeep, and maintenance of facilities, equipment, irrigation systems, sounds system and field lighting.

• Directs, supervises, and participates in building and/or facility maintenance activities.
• Performs daily checks and/or periodic maintenance; troubleshoots and repairs equipment malfunctions.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation.
• Attends and participates in various meetings pertaining to facility operations.
• Recommend and implement changes in programming schedules to meet the needs of the public and facilities.
• Responsible for distribution of facility information to staff and the public
• Serve as a liaison to all user groups of the facilities.

• Performs snow removal to athletic complexes.
• Coordinate with Park District mechanic for required equipment needs. Ensure all equipment is ready when it’s needed.
• General maintenance and painting facilities
• Field supply orders.
• Formulating seasonal schedules
• Communicating with user groups and coaches on schedules and events.
• Assures all facilities are safe, clean and organized
• Assist other Departments as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in recreation, leisure services, parks and recreation administration, or relevant field with emphasis in facility maintenance and programming. Four years’ full-time work experience in a related field to the position or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications or willing/be able to obtain in a timely manner:

• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License
• ND Pesticide Applicators
• Turf care certificate
• FA/CPR/AED

Required Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of Athletic field operations and management.
• Standards in synthetic and natural turf field maintenance.
• Sports field maintenance processes.
• Building maintenance principles, practices, and equipment.
• Processes for developing and administering budgets.
• Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.

Required Skill in:

• Directing and overseeing field operations.
• Ensuring proper field maintenance and maximized utilization.
• Coordinating facility usage.
• Supervising and participating in field maintenance functions.
• Developing and administering budgets and monitoring expenditure.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Communication, organizational, active listening, and proactive planning skills.

Work Environment

• Work environment is in and around sports field facilities.
• Work involves operating sports field equipment and lifting objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

The qualifications listed above are to be considered a guideline. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.