Assistant Turf Manager

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Athletics exists to provide educational and athletic opportunities to young men and women, to provide an environment for student-athletes to learn, advance and excel both academically and athletically, and to serve the interests of the University by complimenting and enhancing its diversity and quality of life. Through its athletic programs, the University seeks to unite alumni, faculty, administration and students in a common shared experience. The governing unit within the Department of Athletics is the Director’s Office, which is the administrative office and clearinghouse for the entire Department of Athletics, and promotes the department’s guiding principle of educating and inspiring through athletics. This unit provides support to administrators, coaches, staff members and student-athletes in order to provide and promote a premier intercollegiate athletic program for The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Department of Athletics is a highly visible public relations arm of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with statewide, national and international recognition.

Position Summary:

The Athletic Outdoor Facilities Unit is responsible for the administration, management, and maintenance of all Athletic Facilities, including Kenan Stadium, Boshamer Stadium, Fetzer Field, Navy Fields, Henry Stadium, Belk Track, Eddie Smith Field House, McCaskill Soccer Center, Anderson Softball Stadium, Finley Athletic Fields, Cone-Kenfield Tennis Center, Carmichael Arena, Ranson-Hammrick Cross Country Course, University Lake Boathouse, 220 Finley and 216 Finley as well as the associated building and grounds. These facilities are used by the Athletics Department’s 28 varsity programs, University organizations, and the local community. This position is responsible for all matters relating to Turf Grass management and directing a unit that includes field and grounds maintenance. Directs all work projects and inspects completed work to ensure conformance to specifications (ACC, NCAA) and any contract requirements. Exercises authority to evaluate and direct work with outside contractors to provide services for department fields and grounds. Responsible for the planning and supervision of competition field venues for all approved events. Work may involve reviewing contracts to ascertain service, machinery, and workforce requirements; answering inquiries form potential customers regarding methods, materials, and price ranges; and preparing estimates according to labor, material, and machinery costs. This position will demonstrate technical knowledge and understanding of a variety of specialized machinery including but not limited to, top dresser, aerifiers, seeder, reel mowers, utility tractors, and boom sprayers. This position will maintain an awareness of current and new technologies, procedures, and products that could improve the quality of athletic fields. This position has responsibility for demonstrating a clear knowledge of the complex issues of facility/field construction, management, and maintenance in order to make real-time decisions that are in the best interest of the coaches, student athletes, and related constituent groups. It has responsibility to abide by all UNC, ACC, and NCAA regulations.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences:

Experience in Turf Grass Management or a related field and substantial work experience with stadium/athletic fields maintenance, facility management for major sports events, grounds maintenance, and crew supervision.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with boom sprayer, fairway reel mower, and utility tractor.
Thorough understanding and ability to manage crews who perform aerifying, top-dressing, and sod work in athletic fields.
Pesticide applicator and respirator (general use).
A valid pesticide license preferred.