Assistant Sports Turf Manager

Louisiana State University

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU. The Assistant Sports Turf Manager is an essential professional position that provides support in achieving the safety and sustainability of approximately 22 acres of competition and practice natural turfgrass playing fields, as well as this position being tasked with the maintenance and oversight of approximately 10 acres of manicured landscape which is maintained by both in-house staff as well as contractors. 60% Under the direction of the Sports Turf Manager, supervises the day-to-day operation of the Sports Turf maintenance crew in activities generally associated with athletic turf care/maintenance which include but are not limited to; mowing, preparation of game/practice surfaces to comply with NCAA regulations and individual head coach preferences, string trimming, edging, hardscape maintenance, turf blowing and/or vacuuming,general clean up and litter removal, irrigation/drainage repairs and installation, pruning and weeding of landscape, oversight of repair/replacement of turfgrass including sodding, topdressing, verti-cutting, aerification, and seeding, infield skin and warning track maintenance. Performs daily visual inspections of all assigned areas. 20% Schedules weekly/monthly plans and work for regular routine maintenance of athletic fields, as well as the preventative maintenance of assigned equipment. Prioritizes work needs and ensures that necessary supplies/equipment are present for the task at hand. Leads staff in on-site project oriented work by providing direction and takes a proactive communication approach subordinates aimed at reaffirming standards of work. 10% Responsible for aiding LSU Event Management staff in event operations specific to their assigned facility/sport. This can include but not be limited to management of internal facility maintenance, custodial and grounds staff as well as outside contract services such as event management security personnel or post event cleanup/custodial services. 5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Oversees personnel discipline, safety training, performance evaluations, and other administrative functions as required. Makes recommendations for personnel changes and needs, as well as interviewing prospective employees. 5% Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy/Soil Sciences, Turfgrass Management, or closely related field
• Five years experience in a related field
• One year of supervisory experience
• Turfgrass Management Certificate from an accredited four year university that is nationally recognized through national industry (i.e.; SFMA, GCSAA, etc.).
• LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of personnel management within the turf management industry or a closely related occupation (i.e.; Sports fields, golf courses, Parks & Recreation, Landscape maintenance and installation)
• Louisiana General Standards pesticide applicators license with the supplementary Ornamental & Turf Pest Control designation.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Sports Turf Manager, supervises the day-to-day operation of the Sports Turf maintenance crew in activities generally associated with athletic turf care/maintenance which include but are not limited to; mowing, preparation of game/practice surfaces to comply with NCAA regulations and individual head coach preferences, string trimming, edging, hardscape maintenance, turf blowing and/or vacuuming,general clean up and litter removal, irrigation/drainage repairs and installation, pruning and weeding of landscape, oversight of repair/replacement of turfgrass including sodding, topdressing, verti-cutting, aerification, and seeding, infield skin and warning track maintenance. Performs daily visual inspections of all assigned areas.
• Schedules weekly/monthly plans and work for regular routine maintenance of athletic fields, as well as the preventative maintenance of assigned equipment. Prioritizes work needs and ensures that necessary supplies/equipment are present for the task at hand. Leads staff in on-site project oriented work by providing direction and takes a proactive communication approach subordinates aimed at reaffirming standards of work.
• Responsible for aiding LSU Event Management staff in event operations specific to their assigned facility/sport. This can include but not be limited to management of internal facility maintenance, custodial and grounds staff as well as outside contract services such as event management security personnel or post event cleanup/custodial services.
• Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Oversees personnel discipline, safety training, performance evaluations, and other administrative functions as required. Makes recommendations for personnel changes and needs, as well as interviewing prospective employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
• Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees