Director, Field Operations
About The Position
The Louisville Bats, Triple-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, are seeking a motivated and hard-working Director of Field Operations. This role is responsible for the management, planning, and implementation of the maintenance and agronomic program for Louisville Slugger Field, one of the most advanced playing surfaces in Minor League Baseball. The position involves overseeing a complete field renovation project in 2026, including a new drainage system, irrigation system, and advanced rootzone and turfgrass. Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), the parent company, offers competitive benefits and national support through its network of clubs, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and long-term success in sports, entertainment, and live events.
Requirements
- Degree in Turfgrass Management is required.
- Must have high attention to detail and take pride in quality of work.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
- Flexibility to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays.
- Must be able to engage in strenuous activity including lifting up to 75 lbs.
- Capable of working in variable weather conditions including extreme heat, wind and rain showers.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred 3+ years of experience as a head groundskeeper for athletic fields, with a focus on new field construction, renovation, and grow-in processes for professional baseball fields.
- Management and maintenance experience of collegiate or professional baseball grounds preferred.
- Safely operate and perform maintenance on turf related equipment and machinery.
- Must have knowledge of USGA sand based rootzones and the management strategies associated with sand based athletic fields at the professional level.
Responsibilities
- Mowing, fertilizing, maintaining and rebuilding pitching mounds and home plate areas.
- Dragging and moisture management of infield skin.
- Field marking, edging, aerating, topdressing, verticutting, replacing sod, and tarping.
- Administrative and managerial oversight of the department.
- Planning for projects and outside events.
- Budgeting and forecasting, including approving payroll and payroll allocation.
- Maintaining equipment and irrigation systems.
- Hiring, training, and scheduling staff for events.
- Organizing daily work lists for staff.
- Managing materials inventory.
- Managing relationships with outside vendors.
- Communicating clearly and working well with fellow employees, coaches, and players.
- Obtaining and maintaining a proper local fertilizer applicator license within 90 days of hire date.
- Following all laws and regulations regarding fertilizer use and storage.
- Managing USGA sand based rootzones and associated athletic fields at the professional level.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits packages
- National support through its vast network of clubs
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
