Athletic Field Supervisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Maintain five athletic fields creating safe, high quality playing surfaces for baseball, softball, soccer, and two practice fields.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintenance on both baseball and softball fields, including skin, homeplate, pitchers mound, bullbens, baselines, and warning track.
Aerate, Topdress, and Overseed all athletic fields.
Safely apply fertilizer and pesticides with various hand and power spray equipment.
Disease observation and identification (Identify insects, diseases, weeds and/or organisms or elements attacking plant material and take the appropriate steps to eradicate the problem.)
Prepare athletic fields (e.g. drag/layout/line fields, repairing rodent damage, divots, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities and/or athletic events. Including practices and games.
Ability to operate all necessary equipment pertaining to athletic field maintenance.
Access and utilize the Facilities Management work order system to meet customer requests in a timely fashion.
Safely operate university owned vehicles and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Conduct all aspects of program in accordance with the rules and policies established by Loyola Marymount University, the Athletics Department, all Sports Conference Affiliations, and the national Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Complete all rules compliance information as required. Participate in an annual evaluation of adherence to rules compliance (LMU, Athletic Department, Sports Conference Affiliations, NCAA) with immediate supervisor.
Participate in an evaluation of adherence to rules compliance (LMU, Athletic Department, Sport Conference Affiliations, NCAA) with immediate supervisor on an annual basis.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 2 years experience in athletic field maintenance.
Valid California Pesticide applicators license, or obtain within the first year of employment to both supervise the use of, and apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
Perform all job functions with high attention to detail to ensure a finished product that meets university expectations.
Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of athletic field maintenance, including turf, skinned area, pitchers mound, and homeplate.
Be able to work weekends and overtime when required.
Demonstrated computer competency.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Typically a Two or Four Year Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Science or related field from an accredited university or equivalent experience.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Pesticide applicators license, or obtain within the first year of employment to both supervise the use of, and apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
Requires valid California driver's license. Must maintain a "satisfactory" driving record as evidenced by DMV.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Constantly required to sit, feel, use finger movement, speak clearly, hear conversation, see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 50 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, use depth perception.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Shift Schedule: Saturday- Wednesday 6:30am- 3:00pm
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. Resume

Hiring Salary

$24.09 hourly. This position is non-exempt.

Salary Range

$23.51 - $29.38 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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Salary range

$23.51 - $29.38 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants.

Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at hr@lmu.eduor by phone at (310) 338-2723. Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources.

When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying. Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process.

LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.