Manager of Athletic Grounds-Facilities

Summary/Objective

All positions in the Department of Athletics are responsible to help student-athletes fulfill the stated missions of Southwest Baptist University and the Department of Athletics.

Essential Job Duties

• Serves as the primary contact for between Athletic Staff and Coaches in regards to facilities and their needs. Will serve this role for Indoor and Outdoor Sports.
• Assists Athletic Department with student recruitment and retention
• Coordinate mowing of the assigned fields
• Work with facilities crew on how to enhance the fields
• Coordinate with facilities the schedule of fertilizing/seeding of the fields
• Work to upkeep the equipment that is required for maintenance
• Edging and other field duties to maintain and enhance all the assigned facilities
• Coordinate with applicable staff and students to help with the upkeep
• Work with and communicate with coaches/about directors the field usage on the days where the weather could be a factor for field health
• Other duties as assigned by Athletic Department, approved by the Athletic Director
• Assist the Athletic department in other facility projects/assignments as assigned by the Athletic Director
• Works closely with SBU’s Physical Plant to maintain facilities and equipment.
• Suggests items for purchase as needed.
• Will serve on the Athletic Administration Team.
• Will assist in the fundraising initiatives and other duties assigned as a member of the Athletic Administration Team.
• Trains GAs and student workers in the areas of game management and facilities.
• Provides ways to use assets more efficiently.
• Adhere to and support established budget and allocations.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty
• Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University’s Principles and Expectations

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Position Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred

• Master’s Degree

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in a typical office and athletics environment.
• Must be available for frequent travel.
• Night and weekend work required.
• Must be able to work during crowd noise and loud game environments
• Must be able to work outdoors
• Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to operate and / or maneuver equipment,
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, photocopies, printer, etc.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Driver’s License.
• Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures and sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to safely operate lawn care equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, weed-eater, blowers, etc.