Job Description

The Opportunity:

Manages the care, maintenance, and renovation of all ERAU athletic fields and grounds. Establishes and implements grounds/landscape development and maintenance goals, policies and procedures. Ensures adherence to all relevant regulations, guidelines, and standards for NAIA, Cal Pack Conference athletic facilities. Also participates as needed in overall campus grounds maintenance and acts as Grounds Supervisor in the Supervisor’s absence.

Utilizing the Department computerized work management system AIM, responsible for implementing and executing a comprehensive sports turf management program. Responsibilities include planning and organizing the day to day field maintenance including but not limited to mowing, pesticide application for weed control, chemical treatment of athletic fields along with other lawns, trees and shrubs, irrigation, snow and ice removal, pruning, propagation, transplanting and removal of trees. Plans, schedules and performs inspections on the athletic fields and recreational facilities. Coordinate the maintenance, renovation and repair of athletic fields and recreational facilities. Provide emergency response as appropriate to exterior hazardous conditions and assure that the policies of the University as well as all safety regulations are known and observed by grounds staff.

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Job Description

The Opportunity:

Manages the care, maintenance, and renovation of all ERAU athletic fields and grounds. Establishes and implements grounds/landscape development and maintenance goals, policies and procedures. Ensures adherence to all relevant regulations, guidelines, and standards for NAIA, Cal Pack Conference athletic facilities. Also participates as needed in overall campus grounds maintenance and acts as Grounds Supervisor in the Supervisor’s absence.

Utilizing the Department computerized work management system AIM, responsible for implementing and executing a comprehensive sports turf management program. Responsibilities include planning and organizing the day to day field maintenance including but not limited to mowing, pesticide application for weed control, chemical treatment of athletic fields along with other lawns, trees and shrubs, irrigation, snow and ice removal, pruning, propagation, transplanting and removal of trees. Plans, schedules and performs inspections on the athletic fields and recreational facilities. Coordinate the maintenance, renovation and repair of athletic fields and recreational facilities. Provide emergency response as appropriate to exterior hazardous conditions and assure that the policies of the University as well as all safety regulations are known and observed by grounds staff.

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Develops and implements plans for the successful maintenance of all athletic fields and grounds.

Plans, oversees, and project-manages major athletic grounds and fields renovation projects, as assigned; schedules, facilitates, oversees, and quality controls reconstruction activities, including the work of external contractors.

Oversees assigned personnel, which includes assigning work, work allocation, training and problem resolution; evaluating performance and making recommendations for personnel actions; motivating employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.

Evaluates available grounds products, standardizes products, fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides to achieve economy.

Develops and manages budgets related to athletic fields and grounds.

Purchases, maintains, and manages inventory of athletic field maintenance equipment and supplies.

Supervises the conversion and protection of athletic fields during special events.

Restores fields damaged by weather, use, or other conditions to a level commensurate with that expected of Division 1-A athletic programs.

Manages and reviews irrigation systems performance and initiates change when necessary.

Maintains a functional awareness of the typical hazards of the workplace as well as the special hazards that may be encountered at ERAU such as biohazards, radiation, chemicals, etc. Follow established procedures for dealing with such potential hazards.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations.

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page.

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

Qualifications

Required Education** :**

Read and comprehend instructions, write information, and complete simple forms.

High school (or GED) level ability in spelling, grammar, basic composition, and math.

Formal diploma/certificate/degree program of 6-18 months after high school.

Area of study: Sports Turf Management

Required licenses, certificates, and /or security clearances:

State of Arizona Valid Driver’s License

State of Arizona Dept of Agriculture Certified Spray Applicator (Core, ROW, Ornamental)

OHSA 10 certification

Forklift, Scissor lift and aerial certification

Required skills, knowledge, abilities:

Ability to remain awake and alert at all times while working on campus.

Ability to be flexible and constantly adjust to changing priorities.

Ability to follow through and carry out assignments.

Problem-solving skills and sound judgement.

Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing and electronically.

Ability to work outside all 4 seasons

Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental policies and procedures.

Must be physically able to consistently perform job duties.

Skill to Coordinate and direct grounds maintenance.

Ability to develop short and medium range grounds development plans.

Ability and skill to check own work/documentation for completion and accuracy of data.

Skill in operating trenchers, tractors, roto-tillers chippers, and other commonly used larger pieces of power driven grounds equipment.

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