Director – Landscape, Turf, and Grounds – Intercollegiate Athletics

Full Time Columbia, MO Posted 2 months ago Hiring Department Intercollegiate Athletics Job Description The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking a Director of Landscape, Turf, and Grounds. Reporting to the Executive Associate Athletics Director – Chief Infrastructure Officer, this individual will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day maintenance and preparation for all Mizzou Athletics sports fields, grounds, and landscaping within the Mizzou Sports Park. Duties will include: Taking a proactive approach to all aspects of turf and grounds maintenance; Developing and implementing plans for the successful maintenance of all athletics grounds and fields, including all competition fields; Maintaining and improving all landscaping, turf (both real and artificial), and associated flora and fauna in order to create, safe, effective and aesthetically pleasing venues; Preparing facilities in accordance with all NCAA and SEC conference rules and regulations, establishing environmentally sound cultural practices that promote safe playing conditions; Managing budgets related to athletics fields and grounds; Overseeing large-scale facilities projects such as the replacement of competition turf fields; Purchasing, maintaining, and managing inventory of athletics field maintenance equipment and supplies; Maintaining relationships with coaching staffs and university officials regarding practice/game schedules, camp dates, and inclement weather situations and providing guidance to those individuals; Managing and coordinating a team of full and part-time employees; Other duties as assigned.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.   Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred QualificationsPrior Experience in Grounds & Turf Management.   Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $69,100 – $73,000  Grade: GGS 12 University Title: SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR CSM OPERATIONS Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.Community InformationColumbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be! Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278. Source ⇲ To apply, please visit the following URL: