Associate Athletics Field Superintendent AS8038
About The Position
Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing and managing maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields, grounds, and associated equipment. The role includes managing and supervising Assistant Field Superintendents and students. In the absence of the Athletic Field Superintendent, the Associate Athletics Field Superintendent assumes the superintendent’s duties. The position is directly responsible for communicating with baseball coaches and overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the two sports. It also assists with overseeing field maintenance and regulations. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with evenings and weekends required for practices and games. The position works in inclement weather and with pesticides, chemicals, and fertilizers. A cellular or other electronic communication device must be maintained for the role; the salary includes compensation toward use of a personal cellular device. Appointment is regular and continuous until further notice. Hiring range is commensurate with education and experience.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Turfgrass Management or a related field, conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
- Three years of groundskeeping experience at a college or professional venue. Completed internships may substitute for post-graduate experience at the discretion of the Athletic Fields Superintendent; additional post-secondary education beyond the stated requirement may substitute for years of required experience.
- Valid driver license upon hire.
- Obtain an Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry Pesticide Applicator License within six months after hire.
- Knowledge of turfgrass and pesticides, with previous pesticide application experience.
- Knowledge of safe mechanical operation and calibration of mechanical equipment, including hand-operated and pressurized spray equipment, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, and utility tractors.
- Knowledge of aerating, verticutting, sweeping, topdressing, fertilization, and irrigation repair.
- Knowledge of workplace occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Work in inclement weather and beyond normal weekday hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Turf Management.
- Prior supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing and managing maintenance of OSU Athletic Village fields, grounds, and associated equipment.
- Manage and supervise Assistant Field Superintendents and students.
- Assume all duties of the Athletic Field Superintendent when that person is absent.
- Communicate directly with baseball coaches.
- Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the two sports.
- Assist in overseeing maintenance and regulations of all fields.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
