Stadium Operations - Director of Turf and Grounds - Orlando City Soccer Club : Job Details

Posted Friday, January 31, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 4:59 AM

TITLE: Director of Turf & Grounds

DEPARTMENT: Facility OperationsREPORTS TO: VP, Facilities & Operations

FLSA: Full Time; Exempt

WHAT SETS YOU APART

The Director of Turf & Grounds is responsible for the full oversight and performance of field maintenance at INTER & Co Stadium and both Orlando Health Training Grounds at Osceola Heritage Park and Sylvan Lake Park.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee maintenance of INTER & Co Stadium field and all training facility fields at both Orlando Health Training Grounds
• Develop the annual facility operating budget for all 3 facilities with the VP of Facilities & Operations and manage day-to-day operations to ensure cost-effectiveness
• Responsible for the development and implementation of an effective fertility, fungicide, and pest control program for INTER & Co Stadium and Sylvan Lake Park
• Assist Osceola County in the development of an effective fertility, fungicide and pest control program for Osceola Heritage Park fields
• Supervise all field related projects including but not limited to sod replacements, new field installations, air injections, top dressing etc.
• Identify turf grass diseases, weeds, pests, and take appropriate action to correct these issues
• Lead the efforts for the research and procurement of equipment and supplies
• Liaison with Seminole County and Osceola County to ensure field conditions are met at both training facilities
• Work with Director of Events to ensure all field conditions are met for third party events and venue rentals
• Build effective and productive relationships within the organization, along with other employees, visitors, and staff
• Create and maintain good working relationships with all MLS and NWSL coaches and soccer operations staff
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage full-time staff (4)
• Manage the interviewing, hiring, and training process of all employees
• Appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees in conjunction with the guidelines laid out by the People department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Turf Grass Science, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of grounds maintenance-related work experience in soccer with 2 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Candidate should possess or have the ability to obtain the Florida Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Ability to operate turf-related equipment (i.e., tractors, mowers, aerifiers, field paint machines).
• Candidate must have strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
• Possess excellent written/verbal communication skills, detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and adapt to change.
• Ability to resolve concerns expeditiously and independently.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable but not required.
• Experience with hosting field events including sporting and concerts, using various field protection systems is a plus.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time and in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift items (50 lbs.) and carry cargo.
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions (rain, high temperatures/heat, etc.).
• Must be able to perform work requiring extended periods of walking and standing, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, lifting and load carrying.