Sports Turf Manager

By Sports Field Solutions, Thursday at 06:35 PM - Frisco, Texas

SPORTS FIELD SOLUTIONS IS SEEKING A: Sports Turf Manager To maintain immaculate sports fields in Frisco, Texas. WHO YOU ARE You love sports. You spent your childhood summers on baseball fields, your fall Friday nights under stadium lights, and your winters on hard courts. You love a natural grass playing surface.  Whereas your friends are in awe when they look at a professional baseball field, you are at home. You know the difference between a ¾” height of cut and a ½”, and you understand just how hard it is to get those perfect infield edges at Globe Life Park. You are meticulous. Others see perfection when they look at your fields, but all you see is the almost-imperceptible divot in center field from the previous night’s diving catch. You love being part of a team. Could you do it alone? Sure. Do you prefer the camaraderie of a team working to build a premium brand? Absolutely.  WHO WE ARE We love sports fields. How much?  As much as Texas loves its high school football.  That's a lot.  We know that the difference between feeling like a professional athlete and a high school walk-on is often the quality of the playing surface. We love nothing more than the glimmer of stadium lights on a freshly-cut, pristine natural grass playing surface. Finally, we believe that great people transform businesses. We provide a vision and then ask our people to creatively use their talents to achieve it. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain premium sports field surfaces by implementing best practices in mowing, fertilization, pest management, aeration, moisture management, top dressing and more Prepare, maintain, and restore all baseball/softball clay areas including infield skins, mounds, home plate and warning track, and perform other tasks fundamental to athletic turf care Monitor, report and resolve field issues such as turf stress, disease, irrigation problems and pest management issues Communicate with coaching staff and school officials regarding practice/game schedules, camp dates, and inclement weather situations Perform preventative maintenance operations on various pieces of equipment Perform irrigation audits to ensure system is operating efficiently Track inventory and monitor purchasing of fertilizers and field materials REQUIREMENTS If you read the description above and feel like it was written for you, please apply. Formal requirements include a high school diploma and experience in the turf management industry.  Informal requirements include a passion for learning and producing high-quality work, the ability to communicate effectively, and  an inclination to value teamwork over ego.

By Broward County (Parks and Recreation), October 9 - Lauderhill, Florida

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.

By St. Lucie County Board of Commissioner, October 6 - Port St Lucie, Florida

Job Summary POSITION OVERVIEW: The Stadium Manager is a highly responsible professional who plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees all aspects of a public stadium complex. This includes managing contractual relationships with professional, minor and rookie league baseball clubs, overseeing facility maintenance to meet Major League Baseball standards, and facilitating community programming efforts. The Stadium Manager ensures operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction across events, sports activities, and facility usage. This position reports to the Facilities Director. Responsibilities Facility & Grounds Management: • Oversee care, maintenance, and renovation of all athletic fields and stadium grounds to MLB standards. • Identify turf pests and manage turfgrass maintenance, treatment, and irrigation systems. • Conduct regular site inspections and address maintenance needs, emergencies, and safety concerns. • Lead project management for capital improvements, upgrades, repairs, and renovations. Administrative & Financial Oversight: • Prepare and manage the stadium's annual operations and field maintenance budgets. • Develop and implement revenue-generating plans including marketing, promotions, and booking strategies. • Draft memos, reports, DEO documents, and present materials to internal and external stakeholders. • Coordinate and negotiate contracts for events, vendors, and tenant agreements. • Maintain accurate financial and operational records and ensure fiscal accountability. Programming & Event Coordination: • Plan, promote, and support a wide range of events including sports competitions, concerts, festivals, and community activities. • Evaluate and coordinate all facility reservation requests and public programming. • Collaborate with promoters, organizations, and government entities to host successful events. Personnel Management: • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate stadium staff. • Provide leadership and direction to ensure optimal team performance and professional development. • Schedule and coordinate work assignments across all areas of the complex. Public Relations & Safety: • Serve as the main point of contact for tenants, event organizers, and the general public. • Maintain strong working relationships with government officials, community groups, and internal departments. • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and risk management policies. • Utilize safety equipment as required for tasks and ensure team adherence to best practices.