Director, Athletics Fields

Job Summary

Responsible for the leadership, planning, and execution of all athletic field operations to ensure safe, high quality, and regulation compliant playing surfaces for all athletic programs and special events. Oversees comprehensive turf maintenance programs, staff and budget management, and vendor partnerships while ensuring adherence to NCAA, conference, university, and University System of Georgia policies, procedures, regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a comprehensive turf maintenance program including fertilization schedule and cultural practices
• Oversees all aspects of athletics fields management including field lining and logo painting according to specifications of each sport
• Responsible for budget management, forecasting and financial processes
• Responsible for the management of equipment, such as tractors, mowers, game supplies, turf materials, etc.
• Manages the hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of assigned staff and turf maintenance crews
• Coordinates regular inspections of playing surfaces to identify and address any safety hazards or maintenance needs. Enforce safety protocols and standards set by the NCAA
• Leads all event preparation and ensures all fields meet the specific sport requirements for games and special events and optimal playing conditions to prevent injuries
• Serves as the administrator of special projects, overseeing field conversions, new installations, and/or major renovations
• Oversees vendor performance to ensure timely and effective fulfillment of responsibilities, guaranteeing that all playing surfaces are maintained in excellent condition

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent.

Other Required Qualifications: Current valid, unrestricted driver's license. Sports Turf Managers Association certification.

Required Experience: Five (5) years of experience in groundskeeping, turf management, landscaping and/or lawn care business or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications: An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience: NCAA turf management experience