About Us
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our universitys vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Job Summary
Responsible for the leadership, planning, and execution of all athletic field operations to ensure safe, high quality, and regulation compliant playing surfaces for all athletic programs and special events. Oversees comprehensive turf maintenance programs, staff and budget management, and vendor partnerships while ensuring adherence to NCAA, conference, university, and University System of Georgia policies, procedures, regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -
Develops and implements a comprehensive turf maintenance program including fertilization schedule and cultural practices
Oversees all aspects of athletics fields management including field lining and logo painting according to specifications of each sport
Responsible for budget management, forecasting and financial processes
Responsible for the management of equipment, such as tractors, mowers, game supplies, turf materials, etc.
Manages the hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of assigned staff and turf maintenance crews
Coordinates regular inspections of playing surfaces to identify and address any safety hazards or maintenance needs. Enforce safety protocols and standards set by the NCAA
Leads all event preparation and ensures all fields meet the specific sport requirements for games and special events and optimal playing conditions to prevent injuries
Serves as the administrator of special projects, overseeing field conversions, new installations, and/or major renovations
Oversees vendor performance to ensure timely and effective fulfillment of responsibilities, guaranteeing that all playing surfaces are maintained in excellent condition
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Other Required Qualifications
Current valid, unrestricted drivers license
Sports Turf Managers Association certification
Required Experience
Five (5) years of experience in groundskeeping, turf management, landscaping and/or lawn care business or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience
NCAA turf management experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to stay update to date on industry best practices and regulations related to sports field safety and incorporate them into field management strategies
Establishes, develops, and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of best methods for turf and landscaping maintenance
Understanding and implementation of safety protocols specific to athletics fields, aligned with established standards
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Expertise in designing and implementing customized fertilizer programs
Proficient in conducting detailed surveys and grading analyses of athletics fields
Proficient in techniques to achieve precise field leveling and grading
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf