Associate Athletics Field Superintendent AS8038

OSU-Stillwater

Todd Tribble

Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with evenings and weekends for practices and games.

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Commensurate with education and experience

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired.

A complete application consists of a resume cover letter list of professional references and completed IAWP Employment Approval form which can be found at:

that do not provide these materials will not be considered for the position.

Assist the Field Superintendent in overseeing and managing all aspects of maintenance and upkeep of the OSU Athletic Village fields and grounds as well as all associated equipment. This includes management and supervision of Assistant Field Superintendents and the absence of the Athletic Field Superintendent position is required to assume all duties of the superintendent. Directly responsible for communication with the baseball coaches as well as overseeing and coordination of all aspects of the two sports. Assist in overseeing maintenance and regulations of all fields.

• Associates

  Turfgrass Management or related field;

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Three years experience in groundskeeping at a college or professional venue.

  Prior completed internships can be substituted for post-graduate experience at the discretion of the Athletic Fields Superintendent.

Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Certifications Registrations and/or Licenses:

Valid driver license required upon hire.

Obtain within 6 months after hire: Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food & Forestrys Pesticide Applicator License

Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:

Knowledge of turf grass and pesticides with previous application experience. Knowledge in the safe mechanical operation and calibration of mechanical equipment hand operated as well as pressurized spray equipment lawn mowers weed-eaters utility tractors. Knowledge of aerating verticutting sweeping topdressing fertilization and irrigation repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work place. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

• Bachelors Turf Management
• Prior supervisory experience

Will be required to work in inclement weather. Will be required to work hours beyond normal 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday hours including weekends. Due to communication expectations of the position the incumbent will be required to maintain a cellular or other electronic communication device. The incumbents salary includes compensation to apply toward the use of their personal cellular device.

Work with pesticides chemicals and fertilizers.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.