Turf Manager - Central Broward Park and Stadium

Broward County (FL)•Lauderhill, FL

28d

About The Position

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Turf Manager at Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium. Position Overview This Parks Manager position is responsible for developing and implementing plans for the successful maintenance of all athletic fields and grounds, planning, overseeing and project-managing major athletic grounds and field renovation projects. Specifically, this position will manage the care and maintenance of Bermuda turf and grounds for an Internationally Certified Cricket grounds and multipurpose stadium. The Turf Manager is responsible for the staff oversight of assigned personnel. Additionally, this position is responsible for developing and managing budgets related to athletic fields and grounds, purchasing, maintaining and managing inventory of athletic field maintenance equipment and supplies, supervising the conversion and protection of athletic fields during special events, restoring fields damaged by weather, use or other conditions, managing and reviewing irrigation system performance and initiate changes when necessary, and attending sporting events to supervise field use. Furthermore, this person will be a Division-wide subject matter expert (SME) for the Parks and Recreation Division's sports/athletic fields turf maintenance. General Description This classification performs management duties associated with regional parks, neighborhood parks, and/or nature centers. This classification is distinguished from the position of Parks Manager, Associate by an increased level of operational and management responsibility for multiple regional and/or neighborhood parks and/or nature centers, park size, the complexity and types of programs, event, and amenities being managed, the number of subordinate staff supervised, and the years of experience required.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in parks and recreation management, Agronomy, Turf/Turfgrass Management, Landscape Management, hospitality management, public administration, business administration, environmental sciences, engineering or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires three (3) years in managing park operations or natural area management or closely related experience including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination and clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Master's Degree with major coursework in Agronomy, Turf/Turfgrass Management, Landscape Management, or closely related fields.
Commercial Pesticide and/or Fertilizer Applicators license from the State of Florida
Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)
GI-BMP Certification
Certified Arborist
Four (4) or more years of experience in golf course construction or sports turf construction.
Four (4) or more years of experience operating and maintaining sports field/commercial irrigation systems.
Possesses a thorough knowledge of turf chemicals and South Florida landscape plants.
Ability to speak foreign language (Spanish, French/Creole).

Responsibilities

Manages day-to-day park operations to include program implementation, staff support and supervision, customer service, facilities maintenance and security, and compilation of various operational reports related to safety, attendance, personnel issues, revenue, and inventory.
Oversees the general maintenance of stadium facilities by maintaining the highest level of playing surfaces for all sports and prepare grounds for major events.
Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates employees; establishes performance goals and objectives in alignment with the Division's strategic plan.
Ensures compliance with directives, policies, procedures, laws, contracts, agreements and health and safety standards as it pertains to a park operation within a governmental agency.
Plans, organizes, implements and supervises major recreational programs and large special events including education for leisure activities, athletics, tournaments, festivals, concerts, fairs and expositions.
Works with organized groups and individuals to assess community-wide program needs and interests, formulate new programs, develop additional amenities, and support agency goals.
Supervises the volunteer program as site coordinator; develops volunteer opportunities.
Manages concession facilities to include: ordering and inventorying food and purchasing equipment.
Reviews and approves, requisitions for materials and supplies for park operations and maintenance.
Maintains park budgets and records of revenue and expenditures.
Explains and interprets rules and regulations, fees and charges.
Responds to incidents within the park and prepares narrative reports of incidents; enforces or refers enforcement to proper authorities.
Responds to park patron issues, complaints, comments and requests - listens, explains policies and procedures, resolves issues, and follows up as appropriate.
Conducts periodic inspections of all park areas and facilities; observes deficiencies in operation, safety, and condition; issues verbal or written directives to correct deficiencies; reviews subordinate reports.
Communicates with managers/supervisors, administrative staff, volunteers and the public in a positive and professional manner.
Maintains professional and positive relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and stakeholders.
Serves as the lead for logistics and security for all emergency operation. In the absence of the Senior Park Manager, the Park Manager will act as the Point of Dispensing Manager.
Performs related work as assigned.