Job Description

SSC

Position Title: Ground Manager - Athletics

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.

Job Summary

Working as Athletics Grounds Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the athletic fields & surrounding areas at Palm Beach Atlantic University. You will be responsible for successfully coordinating all work activities of grounds personnel. You will also supervise, direct, and develop hourly employees in accordance with company guidelines, & ensure customer satisfaction through high quality standards, while maintaining an environment that is safe & equitable.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversees an effective, proactive, detailed management plan for all playing surfaces & landscaped areas
  • Develop, implement, adjust cultural management calendars that coincide with budget & contractual scope
  • Track sports schedules and adjust management practices to fit these schedules
  • Develops, implements & manages budgets in compliance with company guidelines
  • Provide & track preventative maintenance on all equipment
  • Develops & maintains working relationships with client, coaches, University administration, etc
  • Perform daily field inspections, ensuring the safety & consistency of the playing surfaces
  • Cross trains and develops employees for multiple positions
  • Trains employees in grounds management methods, procedures & proper operation of equipment
  • Guides completion on projects to make sure they are completed timely and within budget

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of both baseball/softball field management
  • Minimum of two years in a supervisory role in Grounds Management, Golf Course, Athletic Field Management, with emphasis on Baseball & Softball
  • Higher education in turfgrass, agronomy, horticulture, or other Green Industry related field
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially client communication
  • Excellent problem-solving skills both one-on-one &in group situations
  • Ability to engage & motivate staff
  • Understanding of budgeting processes & awareness of profit and loss concepts
  • Excellent administrative &organizational skills & an ability to prioritize

Apply to SSC today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

 

Associates at SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

 

Req ID:  1372361

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