Sports Fields Manager

About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student‑athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. The academy is nationally recognized for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people on and off the field. Job Title: Sports Fields Manager Department: Grounds Position Summary: Responsible for training, leading, organizing, supervising, and working with sports field and academy golf grounds teams on the IMG Academy campus. The role directs staff activities while applying functional and operational knowledge of equipment, athletic fields, and turf maintenance. Position Responsibilities Assist in hiring, training, developing, mentoring, supervising, and providing feedback to sports fields and golf academy grounds staff. Plan, assign, and review daily work activities such as mowing, edging, trimming, blowing, and pruning. Assist the Academy Grounds Superintendent in planning, scheduling, and performing annual cultural practices including aerification, verticutting, and topdressing. Communicate with program managers and event staff to schedule practices and events. Use a computer for weekly timesheets, performance reviews, emails, and eLearning requirements. Assist with irrigation repairs, chemical/fertilizer applications, and lining of sports fields when staff are unavailable. Operate irrigation system and schedule watering using Toro Lynx central control, Lynx Mobile, and push‑button radio controllers. Inventory and stock parts, products, and tools; keep tools and spaces clean and organized. Incorporate safe work practices in all job activities. Operate mowing equipment, utility vehicles, rollers, tractors, spray equipment, skid steers, rotary spreaders, hand paint machines, and power tools. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Academy Grounds Superintendent. Knowledge, Skills and Ability High school diploma or GED. Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in sports field maintenance. Some leadership experience. Strong communication and leadership skills. Detail‑oriented self‑starter capable of working with limited supervision. Willingness to work outdoors 365 days a year in all conditions. Flexibility and organization in a changing environment. General knowledge of field dimensions for all levels of various sports. Computer literacy. Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Preferred Skills AS/BS degree or Turf Management Certificate. Bilingual proficiency. Floral pesticide license within 90 days of employment. Weed identification and management. Unit of measure knowledge and conversions. Knowledge of Toro/RainBird/Hunter irrigation systems, equipment, and repairs. Knowledge of 2‑wire irrigation systems, Lynx central control, and pumping systems. Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to lift, move, push, and pull equipment or boxes exceeding 50 lbs. Work on various indoor and outdoor surfaces including grass, turf, and courts in all weather. Perform bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting throughout regular duties. Operate mechanical equipment as part of regular duties. Handle chemicals including herbicides, insecticides, and fertilizers. Hand digging may be required for field repairs. Background Requirements Background check upon offer. Pre‑employment drug screen upon offer. Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options. 401k with an Employer Match. Short Term and Long Term Disability. Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D. Gym Discount Program. Pet Insurance. Wellbeing Program. And more. Equal Employment Opportunity IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Get to Know Us Better #J-18808-Ljbffr