Sports Fields Manager

About IMG Academy
Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024 IMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing aholistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academyprovides growth opportunities for all student-athletes throughaninnovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps viaa state-of-the-artcampus in Bradenton Fla.

• Online coachingvia the IMG Academy brand with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance

• Online college recruiting via the NCSA brandproviding content toolscoachingand access to a network of 40000 college coaches

JobTitle:Sports FieldsManager

Department:Grounds

Position Summary: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 blowingpruningetc.

• AssistAcademy 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 whenadditionalpersonnel 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

• Performadditionaldutiesasassigned by the Academy Grounds Superintendent which may include daily preparation and set upofsports fields and/or golf academy

KnowledgeSkillsand Ability

• High school diplomaorGED

• 2yearsof progressive experience in sports field maintenance

• Some leadershipexperience

• Strong communicationand leadership skills

• Mustbe adetail-orientedself-starter

• Ability to perform responsibilities with limited supervision

• Ability to work outdoors365 daysa yearin all conditions

• Ability to be flexible andmaintainorganization 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/BSdegreeor Turf Management Certificate

• Bilingual

• Have or obtain FL pesticide license within90 daysof employment

• Weed identification and management

• Unit ofmeasureknowledge and conversions

• Knowledge ofToro/RainBird/Hunterirrigation systems equipmentand 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 of50lbs.

• Ability to work on various indoor and outdoor surfaces including grass turf weather

• Bending pushingpullingand twistingthroughouttheir regular work duties

• Theteammemberwill be working on mechanical equipment throughout their regular work duties

• Theteammemberwill be working with chemicals including herbicidesinsecticidesand fertilizers

• Hand digging may berequiredfor sports field repairs

Background Requirements:

• Requires a background check upon offer

• Requires a pre-employment drug screen 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 aboutbenefitsforour part-time roles.

• Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision

• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options

• 401k with an Employer Match

• Short Term andLong TermDisability

• Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D

• Gym Discount Program

• Pet Insurance

• Wellbeing Program

• and more!

Dontmeet every single requirement We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive authentic workplace so ifyoureexcited about thisrolebut yourpast experiencedoesntalign 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.

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