Sports Turf Manager

By Broward County (Parks and Recreation), October 9 - Lauderhill, Florida

Position Overview This Parks Manager position is responsible for developing and implementing plans for the successful maintenance of all athletic fields and grounds, planning, overseeing and project-managing major athletic grounds and field renovation projects. Specifically, this position will manage the care and maintenance of Bermuda turf and grounds for an Internationally Certified Cricket grounds and multipurpose stadium. The Turf Manager is responsible for the staff oversight of assigned personnel. Additionally, this position is responsible for developing and managing budgets related to athletic fields and grounds, purchasing, maintaining and managing inventory of athletic field maintenance equipment and supplies, supervising the conversion and protection of athletic fields during special events, restoring fields damaged by weather, use or other conditions, managing and reviewing irrigation system performance and initiate changes when necessary, and attending sporting events to supervise field use. Furthermore, this person will be a Division-wide subject matter expert (SME) for the Parks and Recreation Division's sports/athletic fields turf maintenance.   General Description This classification performs management duties associated with regional parks, neighborhood parks, and/or nature centers. This classification is distinguished from the position of Parks Manager, Associate by an increased level of operational and management responsibility for multiple regional and/or neighborhood parks and/or nature centers, park size, the complexity and types of programs, event, and amenities being managed, the number of subordinate staff supervised, and the years of experience required.

By St. Lucie County Board of Commissioner, October 6 - Port St Lucie, Florida

Job Summary POSITION OVERVIEW: The Stadium Manager is a highly responsible professional who plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees all aspects of a public stadium complex. This includes managing contractual relationships with professional, minor and rookie league baseball clubs, overseeing facility maintenance to meet Major League Baseball standards, and facilitating community programming efforts. The Stadium Manager ensures operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction across events, sports activities, and facility usage. This position reports to the Facilities Director. Responsibilities Facility & Grounds Management: • Oversee care, maintenance, and renovation of all athletic fields and stadium grounds to MLB standards. • Identify turf pests and manage turfgrass maintenance, treatment, and irrigation systems. • Conduct regular site inspections and address maintenance needs, emergencies, and safety concerns. • Lead project management for capital improvements, upgrades, repairs, and renovations. Administrative & Financial Oversight: • Prepare and manage the stadium's annual operations and field maintenance budgets. • Develop and implement revenue-generating plans including marketing, promotions, and booking strategies. • Draft memos, reports, DEO documents, and present materials to internal and external stakeholders. • Coordinate and negotiate contracts for events, vendors, and tenant agreements. • Maintain accurate financial and operational records and ensure fiscal accountability. Programming & Event Coordination: • Plan, promote, and support a wide range of events including sports competitions, concerts, festivals, and community activities. • Evaluate and coordinate all facility reservation requests and public programming. • Collaborate with promoters, organizations, and government entities to host successful events. Personnel Management: • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate stadium staff. • Provide leadership and direction to ensure optimal team performance and professional development. • Schedule and coordinate work assignments across all areas of the complex. Public Relations & Safety: • Serve as the main point of contact for tenants, event organizers, and the general public. • Maintain strong working relationships with government officials, community groups, and internal departments. • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and risk management policies. • Utilize safety equipment as required for tasks and ensure team adherence to best practices.