Turf Specialist/Agronomist

Athletic Fields Specialist II

Florida State University - Facilities

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Responsibilities

Performs highly skilled work in the implementation of the maintenance of turfgrass, synthetic surfaces, clay and dirt management including moisture control, pesticide applications, disease and pest identification, irrigation system repair and scheduling, and current NCAA regulations pertaining to field layouts and management.

Performs infield clay dirt management utilizing rake/drag and serves as a subject matter expert on clay and dirt moisture management and repair.  Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of Mike Martin Field including repacking game mound and 5 bullpen mounds.

Performs string trimming, edging, blowing, removal of leaves, and debris, weeds and litter at Athletics Department owned fields as needed. Performs aeration, overseeding, vertical mowing, sweeping, grooming, and topdressing of fields. Responsible for installation and removal of ground covers and tarps, athletics goals and nets and flags.

Assists in field renovations to include grading, sodding, and irrigation repairs, grooming synthetic turf, proper setup for games, practices and outside events.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a turfgrass field and one year of experience or a combination of a 2-year degree in a turfgrass background and 3 years of related experience. Florida Pesticide license or the ability to obtain within six months of employment.

A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire.

Ability to communicate effectively bother verbally and writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

Knowledge of and ability to safely operate machinery, tools, equipment and materials used in area of work.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Veterans’ Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

 

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self-Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history of up to ten years and education details, even if attaching a resume.

Anticipated Salary Range

$24-$25/hour

Application Deadline

Interested candidates should submit their application on https://jobs.fsu.edu.

Reference Job ID 59059 when searching for our posting. The hiring committee will be reviewing applications as they are submitted, and qualified candidates should expect to be interviewed as applications are screened. Hiring will be as soon as possible when a candidate is identified.

*Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: FSU is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed here.

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