Sports Fields Coordinator position at Texas A&M University System.| United States Of America

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Texas A&M University System Sports Fields Coordinator

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Job Title Sports Fields Coordinator Agency Texas A&M University Department Athletic Director Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description 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 core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who We Are Texas A&M Athletics department is committed to building champions through academic achievement, athletic excellence, and national recognition of student-athletes, teams, and programs. We are a proud member of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 Texas A&M student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports . What We Want We are hiring for multiple Sports Fields Coordinators. This Coordinator under general supervision, identifies maintenance needs and issues on assigned sports field and adjacent area 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. Is responsible for leading and/or assisting with field management at games/events for all sports. What You Need To Know Salary: $48,000 - $53,000/annually Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. Additional Details: Ability to work nights and weekends, as well as breaks and holidays (as needed) to fulfill assigned duties. Qualifications Required Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. One year working in the green industry. Preferred Education & Experience: 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. Preferred Licenses and Certifications: 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. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. 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. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of sports field management, sand based rootzones, and general turfgrass 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. Responsibilities 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: Is responsible for leading and/or assisting with field management at games/events for all sports as needed. This includes all pregame/event preparation and setup as well as in-game and postgame 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 Oversees the maintenance of outside areas as needed. Assists with all departmental projects as needed. EQUIPMENT: 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 employee engagement initiatives of the Athletics Department. Compliance is a shared responsibility. 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.  Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation  each month Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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