Sports Fields Coordinator

Job Description

Who We Are

The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport : championships won, diplomas earned, and leaders equipped and launched to impact the world.

Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in .

What we want

We're seeking a Sports Fields Coordinator who identifies maintenance needs and issues on assigned sports field(s) and adjacent area to determine the required daily maintenance practices.

The Sports Fields Coordinator manages the mowing schedule for assigned sports fields and adjacent areas and develops and implements fertility, irrigation, and pesticide application schedules in conjunction with designated supervisor and is responsible for leading and / or assisting with field management at games / events for all sports.

Essential Duties / Tasks

SPORTS FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT - Identifies maintenance needs and issues on assigned sports fields and adjacent green areas to determine the required daily maintenance practices.

Manages the mowing schedule for assigned sports fields and adjacent areas. Develops and implements fertility, irrigation, and pesticide application schedules in conjunction with designated supervisor.

Coordinates all cultural practices along with supervisor including but not limited to aeration, vertical mowing, topdressing, sweeping, blowing, etc.

Assists in all other daily maintenance tasks as needed.

GAME DAY / EVENT SPORTS FIELD MANAGEMENT - Responsible for leading and / or assisting with field management at games / events for all sports as needed.

This includes all pre game / event preparation and setup as well as in-game and post-game responsibilities (i.e., painting, dragging, chalking, watering, specialized field repairs, trash and site clean-up, etc.

Serves as the on-call field manager for assigned athletic events and assists with field related in-game management. Ensures sports field surfaces and surrounding areas are prepared for practices, competitions, and other scheduled activities.

Coordinates with Facilities, Operations, and Special Event departments as needed.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION - Supervises student assistant and staff, including training, scheduling, and oversight of their daily tasks.

Coordinates with Facilities, Operations, Special Events, and Maintenance departments on field access at assigned venue for all projects or work as needed.

PROJECTS & EQUIPMENT - Oversees the maintenance of outside areas as needed. Assists with all departmental projects as needed.

Oversees the maintenance of equipment on a regular basis.

COMPLIANCE - Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.

Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised.

Maintains awareness of and supports the initiatives of the Athletics Department. Compliance is a shared responsibility. And may perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year working in the green industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Ability to allocate work assignments and / or task responsibilities, maximizing effectiveness and efficiency of self and others.
• Analyzes sports field conditions and develops maintenance plans.
• Analyzes problems and develops alternative solutions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Sports and special event coverage as needed, requiring frequent nights, weekends and holidays to fulfill assigned duties.

Ability to work nights and weekends, as well as breaks and holidays (as needed).

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two or more years of related experience in the sports field management industry. Previous experience working with and managing a student staff.
• Knowledge of sports field management, sand based root-zones, and general turf-grass systems.
• Familiarity in the operation and maintenance of tractors, trucks, tractor implements and other self-propelled intermediate size specialty field maintenance equipment and tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate and coordinate with fellow team members, coaches, staff, student-athletes, and various users groups.
• Knowledge of NCAA playing surface measurements and regulations as well as general NCAA and SEC Conference rules and regulations.
• Valid Class "C" Driver License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment. Inability to obtain a valid Class "C" Driver License may result in termination.

Subject to yearly Motor Vehicle Record / driver license checks.

Ability to obtain Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide License within 90 days of employment.

What you need to know

Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV / Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as : sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as :

• with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• of annual paid holidays
• Up to and at least each month
• Automatic enrollment in the
• for health and wellness programs
• All employees have access to free training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.

Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.