Assistant Director, Sports Turf Operations
Boise State University

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Under the supervision of the Director of Sports Turf Operations, this position is responsible for planning, design, and upkeep of the university sports grass fields, synthetic turf, landscape, and hardscape. The position is also responsible for the supervision of the day-to-day operational activities of grounds maintenance staff, including sports turf management, litter control and abatement and light snow removal
Level Scope:
Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of operational or technical employees. A portion of time may be spent performing individual tasks related to the unit; however, supervisory activities must constitute a primary part of the job. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or campus policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of campus resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures.
Essential Functions:

• Oversight of day-to-day landscaping maintenance at assigned field(s). Plan and design landscaping and grounds maintenance activities; ensure work is accomplished; troubleshoot problem areas of grounds maintenance; requisition and inventory tools, supplies, and equipment; organize budget data; and insure safety practices are followed.
• Supervise daily operations of crew of full-time and student workers, including interviewing, hiring staff and evaluating performance
• Maintain premium sports field surfaces by implementing best practices in mowing, fertilization, pest management, aeration, moisture management, top dressing, and more.
• Help oversee and maintain of all sports turf fields under the Director of Sports Turf Operations.
• Help oversee, maintain, manage and plan all landscape features on Athletic Department grounds including trees, shrubbery, flower beds, and artificial and natural grass surfaces.
• Develop policies and standards for landscape maintenance on campus within campus policies and procedures.
• Hire, train, appraise, and motivate an appropriate workforce to meet varying seasonal needs.
• Optimize the utilization of permanent staff, temporary staff, and outside contractors to meet department goals.
• Inspect assigned work to ensure that standards for work quality, established
• operating procedures, productivity, and safety practices are being satisfactorily maintained.
• Stay abreast of any governmental rules and regulations that apply to landscaping activities and ensure that strict compliance is maintained. Purchase and maintain equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure that landscaping staff has the resources available to maximize their productivity.
• Assist with game day and event operation setup and tear down for both internal and external groups.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to establish and enforce procedures and work standards that will ensure adequate performance and personnel safety
• Ability to communicate and convey information effectively

Minimum Qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of: landscaping and grounds maintenance and related safety practices
• Good knowledge of: plant and soil types; horticulture and professional landscaping practices
• Some knowledge of: supervisory practices; sprinkler system layout and design
• Experience: operating and maintaining equipment and hand and power tools; mixing and using landscape chemicals; installing and maintaining sprinkler systems; OR any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by the Division of Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with collegiate or professional sports turfs.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, or Horticulture.

Salary and Benefits:

$19.04/hour. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Boise State Athletics is in search of an Assistant Director, Sports Turf Operations. This position will help oversee and maintain all sports turf fields and grounds under the Athletics Department's management.

About Us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

Advertised: October 4, 2024 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: October 18, 2024 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time

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