Grounds & Facilities Manager

Job Title: Grounds & Facilities Manager

Location: Emporia, Kansas

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000 - $52,000 per year

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Grounds & Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day upkeep, presentation, and continuous improvement of a premier Disc Golf Complex and surrounding facilities. This is a hands-on, field-focused role responsible for maintaining safe, playable, and visually appealing disc golf courses, grounds, and outdoor amenities. The role emphasizes practical maintenance, course playability, and pride of ownership, while supporting daily visitors and hosting major disc golf events.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds & Course Maintenance

• Maintain disc golf fairways, roughs, greens/putting areas, tee pads, and walking paths
• Perform mowing, trimming, edging, blowing, and general landscape upkeep
• Manage vegetation control, brush clearing, tree trimming, and seasonal cleanup
• Monitor and address erosion, drainage, and high-traffic wear areas
• Ensure safe, clean, and consistent playing conditions across all course layouts
  
  

Facilities & Infrastructure

• Inspect, maintain, and repair outdoor facilities including tee pads, baskets, signage, benches, steps, bridges, fencing, and paths
• Coordinate installation and repair of course features and site improvements
• Assist with course layout adjustments, pin placements, and seasonal changes
• Maintain equipment sheds, storage areas, carts, tools, and grounds equipment
  
  

Event & Tournament Support

• Prepare courses and facilities for tournaments, leagues, and special events
• Coordinate closely with event staff, PDGA partners, and event leadership
• Assist with temporary course modifications, spectator flow, and event infrastructure
• Support post-event restoration, cleanup, and course reset
  
  

Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for ongoing grounds and facility improvements
• Assist with seasonal maintenance planning and scheduling
• Provide input on equipment purchases, repairs, and capital improvements
• Maintain a professional, well-kept appearance aligned with organizational standards
  
  

Team, Volunteers & Coordination

• Support and help direct part-time staff, interns, and volunteers as needed
• Assist with volunteer workdays and community engagement projects
• Communicate clearly with leadership regarding priorities, challenges, and needs
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, parks maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related field
• Disc golf experience or familiarity strongly preferred
• Comfortable operating grounds and maintenance equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, utility vehicles, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take ownership of outcomes
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Basic mechanical and maintenance skills preferred
• Valid driver's license required
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily outdoor role in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor
• Early mornings, weekends, and flexible hours required at times to support events
• Year-round position with seasonal workload variation
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive full-time salary based on experience
• Disc golf and complex perks
• Opportunity to grow with a nationally recognized disc golf destination