Associate Athletics Field Superintendent AS8038

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

20d • Onsite

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. When the Athletic Field Superintendent is absent, this position assumes the superintendent’s duties. The position is directly responsible for communication with baseball coaches and for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the two sports. It also assists with oversight of field maintenance and regulations.

The work 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 requires work in inclement weather and beyond normal hours, including weekends. The incumbent must maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device; salary includes compensation to apply toward use of a personal cellular device. Work includes exposure to pesticides, chemicals, and fertilizers.

Requirements

• Associate’s 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. Prior completed internships may substitute for post-graduate experience at the discretion of the Athletic Fields Superintendent; additional post-secondary education beyond the requirements may substitute for years of required experience.
• Valid driver license required upon hire.
• Obtain an Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry Pesticide Applicator License within six months after hire.
• Knowledge of turf grass 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.
• Ability to work in inclement weather, beyond normal Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. hours, and on 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 with maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields, grounds, and associated equipment.
• Manage and supervise Assistant Field Superintendents and students.
• Assume all duties of the Athletic Field Superintendent in their absence.
• Communicate directly with baseball coaches.
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the two sports.
• Assist in overseeing field maintenance and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree