Turf and Field Management Specialist ll – Recreation Services

Position Information:

Position Title:
Turf and Field Management Specialist ll – Recreation Services

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing a small crew
Degree in Turf Management, Horticulture, or related degree
Be licensed in the State of Iowa to apply pesticides
Experience with irrigation systems along with Winterization/Spring start up

Job Description:

Recreation Services at Iowa State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Turf and Field Management Specialist ll.

This position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and upkeep of all Recreation Services outdoor facilities and will focus primarily on Turf Management. Duties will include but not limited to mowing, fertilizing, pesticide applications, aeration, trash/debris pickup, painting fields, minor facility repairs, preventative maintenance on all equipment used to maintain fields and facilities

During the off-season, duties will include minor cardio and weight equipment repairs along with indoor facility maintenance.

Typical work hours for this position will be Monday-Friday, regular day hours.

We would prefer that a candidate be licensed in the State of Iowa to apply pesticides or be willing to obtain one.
Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS807

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
October 4, 2022

Posting Close Date:
October 18, 2022

Job Requisition Number:
R9949