Sports Field Coordinator

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City • Carson City, NV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Under general supervision, the Sports Field Coordinator plans, directs and reviews the work of Park Maintenance Workers and seasonal staff, performs semi-skilled care and maintenance of sports facilities and recreation areas, and maintains and repairs park facilities. The position may require obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire; the selected candidate will be told at the time of the offer if this is required. The position offers a choice between two Nevada PERS retirement plans and benefits under the Carson City Employees Association labor contract.

The role includes leading and training work crews, maintaining sports fields and park facilities, operating landscaping equipment and vehicles, and responding to public questions and complaints. Work is performed outdoors, sometimes in adverse weather and extreme temperatures, with potential exposure to herbicides, pesticides, animals, insects and noxious plants. Employees may be required to work a non-traditional schedule or perform other duties during emergencies. New employees serve a 12-month probationary period and must maintain required licenses and certificates.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to high school graduation or GED.
• Three years of landscaping maintenance or sports field management experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Valid driver's license.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License may be required within 12 months of hire; the selected candidate will be informed at the time of the offer if required.
• Knowledge of basic supervisory principles and practices; sports facility management methods, practices and equipment; horticulture related to sports turf management; soil preparation and weed, pest, insect and plant disease control; irrigation system installation, maintenance and repair; landscaping tools and equipment; safe work methods and regulations; shop mathematics; record keeping; and painting, plumbing, welding, masonry and carpentry methods and techniques.
• Ability to plan, direct and review others' work; instruct others in work procedures; maintain sports facilities; use and perform basic maintenance on hand and power tools; recognize common plant diseases and insect pests; exercise initiative and independent judgment within procedural guidelines; perform arithmetic calculations; interpret plans, maps and instructions; prepare work records and reports; and contribute to team goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide lead direction, training and work review to employees or others; organize and assign work, set priorities, follow up on completion, and provide input into performance evaluations.
• Ensure safety precautions are observed and instruct inmates or unskilled workers in proper work procedures.
• Construct, repair and replace park and ball field structures and equipment.
• Install, repair and maintain irrigation systems; adjust, repair and replace timing mechanisms; interpret plans, specifications, blueprints and schematics; and prepare as-built sketches.
• Inspect assigned areas, correct or report safety hazards, and clean and maintain park grounds, athletic fields, campsites, tennis courts, paved areas, paths, walkways and stairways; pick up trash and litter.
• Mix and apply herbicides, fungicides and pesticides.
• Maintain and perform basic repairs on park and camp facilities and equipment; paint facilities and assist with plumbing, carpentry, concrete form construction and finishing work.
• Operate and maintain landscaping tools and equipment, including mowers, tractors, spreaders, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, weed eaters, chainsaws and hand tools; operate trucks, trailers and tractors with attachments.
• Use safe work methods and safety equipment, secure work sites from hazards as needed, and attend safety meetings.
• Respond to public questions and complaints and perform assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas with heavy public use.
• Maintain basic records of work performed and attendance.
• Suggest improvements and direct or participate as an active member of a work team to support effective service.
• Interact courteously and cooperatively with the public and staff and promote a harmonious workplace.

Benefits

• Choice between Employer-Paid PERS Retirement and Employee/Employer-Paid PERS Retirement plans.
• Benefits under the Carson City Employees Association labor contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED