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FACILITY: Home to Clinton LumberKings baseball team in Clinton, Iowa. The LumberKings are a member of the Midwest League and are the Class A affiliate of the Miami Marlins. A major renovation to the facility was done prior to the 2006 season. The renovation added a new team clubhouse, indoor batting cages and mounds, and a complete irrigation and playing field construction. Prior to the 2017 season, the infield was completely upgraded. The field is a sand-based short cut Kentucky bluegrass with a Hunter irrigation system.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Including – but not limited to – the following activities:

• Manage the playing surface by mowing, edging and fertilizing grassed playing surface areas, maintenance of the skinned surfaces, repair game mound and home plate along with bullpen mounds, tarping, top dressing of field, disease diagnosis, and aerating the field.
• Maintain a safe playing surface for the players, coaches, and umpires. Abide by the Major League Baseball and Midwest League official playing rules as it pertains to field preparation and field layout and design.
• Set irrigation programs to run and water the field, fixing any breaks or leaks in the irrigation system.
• Maintain grassed areas outside the playing surface – yet inside the confines of the stadium. Maintain a professional look of these areas by mowing, trimming and edging grassed areas. Spray weeds in or around the stadium when necessary.
• Maintain indoor mounds and keep batting cages clean for year round use
• Prepare field for games and batting practice by communicating with coaches and staff for setup and tear down. And maintaining the field before and after games. Get the field ready for any high school, college games and any other events held on the field.
• Supervise and schedule game day staff. Train staff to properly use and maintain equipment in a safe manner.
• Assist in overall operation of ballclub – assisting other staff members when needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 or 4 year degree in horticulture, turf grass science, or related field or comparable experience in the turf industry.
• Must be able to work and communicate well with others including: front office staff, coaching staffs, players, and umpires
• Ability to work long hours including weekends and holidays for LumberKings games and non-LumberKings events including: high school and college baseball games and any off-day stadium events.

START DATE: To be determined

SALARY AND BENEFITS: This is a year round position. Salary will be based on experience

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Submit a cover letter and résumé to:

Ted Tornow
General Manager
Clinton LumberKings
tedtornow@lumberkings.com
PO Box 1295 / 537 Ballpark Drive
Clinton, IA 52733
(563) 242-0727 x102

Date:                1/30/2019
Position:          Grounds/Sportsturf Manager- Prospect Meadows
Reports To:     General Manager
Salary:              $50,000-$55,000
Benefits:          Eligible

Prospect Meadows Sports Complex is located in Marion, IA. and is set to open May 2019. Phase 1 includes 13.6 million dollar project with 8 full-size baseball fields and 1 Miracle Field for local and tournament play.  Athletic surfaces include synthetic infields with natural grass outfields along with an automatic Hunter irrigation system and granite warning tracks.  More information can be found at www.prospectmeadows.com    

JOB GOAL:
To advance the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Prospect Meadows

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision, the Grounds/Sportsturf Manager will be responsible for operations with-in maintenance, installation and supervision of all complex property.  Will be responsible for complex related property, infrastructure & equipment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate routine and non-routine seasonal maintenance for the complexes trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, turfgrass and native habitat.

• Manage all athletic and recreational turf areas

• Monitor and maintain complex irrigation systems

• Manage the upkeep in complex structures and systems.

• Manage complex janitorial responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate, hire, train and schedule full-time & part-time personnel

• Coordinate and manage on-site contractors

• Monitor all equipment inventory, utilization, replacement cycles, maintenance and repairs.

• Maintain compliance in record keeping and required training.

• Assist user groups with complex activities

• Manage and maintain hard surface areas of the complex (parking lots, roads, sidewalks, ADA)

• Maintain exterior signage and banners

• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Must be a self-motivated, energetic, and creative individual with proven leadership, planning and supervisory skills.

• Ability to safely operate, maintain and detect defects in equipment and make minor repairs or adjustments.

• Able to problem solve in the absence of direct supervision and remain patient and calm in high stress situations and emergencies.    

• Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.

• Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures with the ability to understand and interpret clearly and accurately.

• Establish and maintain good working relationships with board of directors and general public.

• Read, understand and express oneself clearly and effectively in both written and oral communications

• Attention to detail and an ability to multitask in completing complex tasks with accuracy.

• Ability to work effectively and accurately in an atmosphere with frequent interruptions.

• Maintain a high degree of flexibility.

• Possess proficient computer skills.

• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

GENERAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Medium to Heavy work.  Position involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%); up to 20 pounds frequently (34-66%); and up to 10 pounds constantly (67-100%) to move objects.  Physically able to perform routine stooping, bending, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping constantly (67-100%).  Occasional (10-33%) kneeling and crawling.  Work activities occur most frequently (34-66%) outside and occasionally (10-33%) inside.

Subject to extreme heat (temperatures above 90 degrees for periods of more than an hour; and extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour)

Potentially subject to bio‑hazardous waste; chemical waste; moving mechanical parts; electrical current; working on scaffolding and high places up to 25 feet; atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system or the skin; fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation; noise; and vibration.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of grounds related experience

• Associates degree in a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

• 5-7 years of grounds related experiences

• Iowa Core and Category Pesticide Licenses

INSURANCE:
Max of $2,500.00 per year towards health insurance

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Send resume and cover letter to jack@prospectmeadows.com or  steve@prospectmeadows.com

Perfect Play is a 25-year-old golf and athletic field construction company based in Belleville, Illinois. Perfect Play is offering a unique leadership opportunity for a hard working, driven individual who is eager to learn. A successful candidate will work with a team to provide excellent quality service both on and off the field.

Qualities of the Successful Candidate:

• Proactive communication with both employees and customers
• High ethical standards
• Comfortable in all aspects of turf grass maintenance including turf disease and weed identification
• The ability to interview, hire, and train employees while instilling company culture
• The ability to honestly review employees, identifying areas for growth, and making adjustments when necessary
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to properly calibrate spreaders and sprayers
• Basic knowledge of be maintenance and flowers
• Irrigation knowledge
• Solid decision making skills
• Ability to learn our bidding process and write proposals

Preferred Qualifications:

- Turf grass, plant, or soil science degree
- CDL
- Ability to operate all equipment associated with turf grass maintenance
   (including but not limited to tractors, mowers, aerators, top-dressers)
- Basic knowledge of heavy equipment
- 3-5 years management experience

The successful candidate will have a willingness to learn. “This is not in my job description” is not a part of the successful candidate’s vocabulary. This is not a stagnant job, there is potential for growth and an exciting career.