Turf & Grounds Specialist

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Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Turf & Grounds Specialist

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; with nights, overtime, weekends and holidays as required.

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Athletics

About the Department

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations as well as providing support for the professional development of our coaches and staff, all within the role of the greater institutional relationships to the University. This position will work within the Facilities unit of the Athletics Department.

Essential Job Duties

The primary purpose of this entry level position is to provide support to our Turf & Grounds supervisors. The qualified candidate will be involved in all aspects of Turf and Grounds and Facility management. This will include but is not limited to preparing athletic fields and facilities for practices, games and special events; performing day-to-day maintenance on facilities equipment; and working athletic and special events as scheduled.

This position is directly responsible for all aspects of Turf & Grounds management to include but are not limited to mowing, fertilizing, seeding, sodding, top dressing, verti-cut, pruning, grading, and watering. This position determines the maintenance products and processes needed to repair the department’s ground equipment and automatic irrigation system.

This position must have an understanding of safety procedures and regulations as it relates to turfgrass and facility management. Facility preparation for athletic and special events are to exacting specifications to ensure the highest level of safety for participants and spectators.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Administrators.

Qualifications

| Minimum Experience/Education |
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required. | | Other Required Qualifications |
- Prior experience in Turf & Grounds management. - Ability to lift 30-60 pounds frequently and 90 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation. - Must have a “can do” positive attitude and be able to work independently as well as a member of a team. | | Preferred Qualifications |
N/A

| | Required License or Certification |
- NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire, must be maintained as a condition of employment. | | Valid NC Driver's License required | Yes | | Commercial Driver's License Required? | No |

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

| Job Open Date | 08/12/2024 | | Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) | 08/16/2024 | | Notice to Applicants |
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”. | | Special Instructions |
Please be prepared to attach a resume and a separate document containing contact inormation for 3 professional references. |

Position Details

| Position Number | 00061319 | | Position Type | SHRA | | Position Classification Band Title | Agricultural/Horticultural Specialist | | Position Classification Band Level | Journey | | Position Classification Salary Range | $ 33,540 - $ 58,335 | | Salary Grade Equivalency | GN04 | | Alternate Option |
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. | | Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.0 | | Appointment | 12 Month Recurring | | Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Mandatory - Adverse Weather | | Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Non Mandatory - Emergency Event | | Time Limited Position | No | | Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) | | | Department Id | 107001 - Athletics-Facilities Administration | | AA/EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?

   • NCSU website
   • Craigslist
   • Indeed.com
   • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
   • NC Works
   • Dress for Success
   • Technical/Trade School Program
   • Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
   • Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
   • Other
   • Monster.com
   • Other online job board
   • NCSU employee referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?

   • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
   • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
   • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
   • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
   • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.

5. * Please describe your experience working in grounds maintenance and/or horticultural care.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * The NCAA requires disclosure of certain relationships between potential employees and student athletes and their families as well as recruits and their families. Please check if you are any of the following:

   • A parent/legal guardian of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A relative of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A high school/ college coach who works with football or basketball (men’s or women’s).
   • A strength coach or personal trainer who works with a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • None of the above.

2. * If you checked any of the boxes above (except, None of the above box), please provide details below.

(Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Contact Information for References Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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