Sports Fields Manager

IMG Academy

Job Location:

Bradenton, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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About IMG Academy
IMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal USA Today and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture innovation and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

Boarding school and camps delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton Florida
Online coaching through IMG Academy focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits providing industry-leading recruiting education tools and access to a network of more than 40000 college coaches for student-athletes families club coaches and event operators
Elevate by IMG Academy a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset leadership and wellbeing programming to schools colleges and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

Position Summary:

The Sports Fields Manager is responsible fortrainingleadingorganizingsupervisingand working withsports fieldsand academy golfgrounds teamson the IMG Academy an active member of the groundsteamthis person will direct the activities of thestaffwhile havingfunctional andoperational knowledgeofvariousequipment athletic fieldsandturf/grassmaintenance.

Position Responsibilities:

Assistin hiring training developing mentoring supervising and providing feedback tosports fields and golf academygroundsstaff
Plan assignand reviewdailywork activitiessuch as mowing edging trimming blowingpruning etc.
Assist Academy Grounds Superintendent inplanning schedulingand performing annual cultural practicesincludingaerificationverticutting topdressing etc.
Communicate with program managers and event staff to gain knowledge of upcoming practices and events for scheduling purposes
Frequent use of a computer for weekly timesheets performance reviews emails and eLearning requirements
Assistinirrigation related repairs chemical/fertilizerapplications andlining of sports fieldsin the absence of the respective staff members or whenadditional personnel are needed to complete a task
Operate irrigation system and schedule watering using Toro Lynx central control Lynx Mobile and push-button radio controllers
Properly inventoryand stock all parts products and tools used by thesports field staff
Keeps related tools and spaces clean and organized
Incorporate safe work practices in job related activities
Operation of mowing equipment utility vehicles rollers tractors spray equipment skid steers rotary spreaders hand paint machines and power hand tools is expected
Perform additionaldutiesasassigned by the Academy Grounds Superintendent which may include daily preparation and set upofsports fields and/or golf academy

KnowledgeSkills and Abilities:

High school diplomaor GED
2yearsof progressive experience in sports field maintenance
Strong communication and leadership skills
Detail-orientedself-starter
Ability to perform responsibilities with limited supervision
Ability to work outdoors 365 daysa year in all conditions
Ability to be flexible and maintain organization in a changing environment
General knowledge of field dimensions for all levels of various sports
Computer literacy
Ability to work weekendseveningsand holidays as needed

Preferred Skills:

AS/BSdegree or Turf Management Certificate
Bilingual
Have or obtain FL pesticide license within90 days of employment
Weed identification and management
Unit of measure knowledge and conversions
Knowledge of Toro/RainBird/Hunterirrigation systems equipment and repairs
Knowledge of 2-wire irrigation systems Lynx central control and pumping systems

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to lift movepushand pull equipment or boxesin excess of50 lbs.
Ability to work on various indoor and outdoor surfaces including grass turf courts weather
Bending pushingpullingand twistingthroughout their regular work duties
The teammemberwill be working on mechanical equipment throughout their regular work duties
The teammemberwill be working with chemicals including herbicidesinsecticides and fertilizers
Hand digging may be requiredfor sports field repairs

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Background Requirements:

Requires a background check upon offer
Requires a drug test upon offer

Benefits:
As a full-time member of our team you will enjoy a comprehensive offering listed below. Connect with your talent acquisition specialist to learn more about benefits for our part-time and seasonal/temporary roles.

Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
401k with an Employer Match
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
Gym Discount Program
Pet Insurance
Wellbeing Program
and more!

Dont meet every single requirement We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Get to know us better:

IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Required Experience:

Manager

In order to be considered for this role after clicking Apply Now above and being redirected you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.About IMG AcademyIMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing a holistic education model that empowers student-ath...