SPORTS FIELD MANAGER

TOWN OF BELMONT

SPORTS FIELD MANAGER

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Non-Union Exempt Grade 18

Starting Salary Range $93,690.69. - $113,366.49

Salary Range Exceeds Hiring Range

The Athletic Fields and Grounds Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and hands-on maintenance of the Town’s athletic fields, grounds, and related facilities to ensure safe, high-quality playing surfaces and well-maintained public properties. The position oversees daily field operations including turf management, irrigation and drainage systems, field preparation, equipment maintenance, and grounds improvement projects. The Manager supervises and trains staff, implements safety and regulatory compliance programs, assists with budget development and capital planning, and works collaboratively with Town departments and school officials regarding field conditions, scheduling, maintenance activities, and facility needs. The position also supports seasonal operations, including snow removal and other related duties as assigned. Performs all other related work as required.

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Bachelor’s Degree in Turfgrass Management, Plant and Soil Science, Sports Management, or other related fields; five to seven (5-7) years prior experience in high-level athletic field maintenance experience with supervisory experience, with three (3) years supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License.

Eligible for the Town’s comprehensive benefit package, working 40 hours weekly.

Resumes with the Town of Belmont Application accepted at the HR Department,

455 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478 or

The Town of Belmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Process All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Town’s website, by emailing [email protected], calling (617) 993- 2740 or by visiting the Human Resources Department at the Belmont Town Hall. Applicants may attach resumes to the Town application form as additional information but cannot use this in lieu of completing the required form.

Some full-time and some part-time employees MAY need to complete a pre-employment physical and drug-screening examination, SORI and Fingerprinting. ALL positions will also require a CORI criminal background screening. The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline and/or accept applications after the deadline in order to best serve the interest of the community.

After the submission deadline, the Human Resources Department and a review committee will review all completed applications and will select the most highly-qualified respondents for interviews. The Town will acknowledge receipt of completed applications that it receives and will only further contact individuals who the Town selects to interview.

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Town’s Human Resources Department. Please address all questions regarding the Town’s hiring process to:

Human Resources Department Town of Belmont

455 Concord Avenue

Belmont, Massachusetts 02478

(617) 993-2740

[email protected]

Pay: $93,690.69 - $113,366.49 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person