Job Details

Grounds and Operations Manager - EVM

Position Number: 7040017
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Grounds and Operations Manager - EVM

Job ID: 296596
Location: Marietta, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Plays a vital role in overseeing the maintenance, safety, and aesthetic upkeep of all landscaping and athletic grounds for assigned departments and/or locations. Responsible for managing and coordinating various tasks to ensure that sports fields and surrounding grounds meet the highest standards for playability, safety, and visual appeal. Coordinates maintenance activities, implementing preventive measures, and providing expert consultation to support the organization's programs.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains grounds and/or fields for assigned departments and/or locations
2. Supervises field activities crew and other assigned staff and/or students
3. Ensures that field lining and logo painting are carried out accurately and efficiently according to the specifications of each sport
4. Implement preventive maintenance measures to address issues such as turf wear, compaction, and drainage problems
5. Coordinate regular inspections of playing surfaces to identify and address any safety hazards or maintenance needs promptly
6. Develops and enforces safety protocols to ensure the standards set by multiple sports leagues such as MLB, NFL, MLS, and/or NCAA are met
7. Stay updated on industry best practices and regulations related to sports field safety and incorporate them into field management strategies
8. Oversees synthetic turf maintenance and repair activities, including cleaning, grooming, and infill replenishment, to extend the lifespan and playability of artificial surfaces
9. Coordinates grounds maintenance projects quickly and efficiently when needed
10. Coordinates after-event grounds repair to quickly restore fields to optimal condition following sports events or other activities
11. May be responsible for the management tree removal, stump removal, and pruning activities to maintain the health and safety of the landscape surrounding athletic fields
12. Oversees facility maintenance efforts to ensure safe and accessible pathways within outdoor recreational areas
13. May assist with game day setup and event management
14. Fosters new and existing relationships with all vendors overseeing fulfillment of vendor responsibilities to ensure playing surfaces are always in excellent condition

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience
Five (5) relevant experience, preferably with athletics facilities maintenance and landscaping

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education, preferably in a related field

Preferred Experience
Irrigation repair and management experience
Experience in the maintenance and repair of high-performance turf and sports fields, both natural and synthetic

Proposed Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $64,500. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to operate and instruct by example the safe operation of all types of equipment necessary to perform the job including but not limited to: skid steer, tractor, mowers
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time while meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of best methods for landscaping maintenance
Strong management background with an emphasis on communication
Understanding and implementation of safety protocols specific to athletic fields, aligned with established standards

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Expertise in designing and implementing customized fertilizer programs as appropriate for assigned departments and/or locations
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Proficiency in conducting detailed surveys and grading analyses of athletic fields and proficiency in techniques to achieve precise field leveling and grading
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
MVR
9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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