Nwsl Boston Open Positions

Director of Grounds

Boston, MA · Director · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

ProcurementLeadershipOSHAAgronomy

About the role

In this role you will oversee all matters as it pertains to stadium and performance center fields.
You will be responsible for maintaining best in class fields for the athletes to ensure high performance and injury mitigation.

Source and manage third-party contracts for grounds equipment, landscaping, and snow removal.
Maintain all playing surfaces and surrounding landscaping to professional standards.
Manage competition equipment, including goals and backup goals, nets, corner flags, and field markings.
Support setup for on-field events at all Boston Legacy FC owned and operated venues.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of grounds storage and ancillary spaces.
Develop and execute fertilizer, fungicide, and pesticide application plans; maintain accurate application records and current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Equipment & Systems Perform preventive maintenance and keep all equipment fully operational, including mowers, sprayers, aerators, groomers, tractors, trucks, plows, hydronic heating systems, SubAir systems, irrigation, and field drainage.
Support procurement of FF&E and field maintenance equipment for both facilities.
Behind-the-Scenes Access - experience matchdays, events, and club moments as an essential member of the team building Boston's professional women's soccer club from day one.
We are dedicated to building a championship-caliber organization on and off the pitch.

Bachelor's degree.
6+ years of grounds or sports turf management experience, including time in professional sports.
Working knowledge of field construction and maintenance across irrigation, drainage, rootzone, artificial turf, hydronic heating systems, SubAir systems, and grow lights.
Ability to obtain a Massachusetts pesticide applicator license within six months of hire.
Ability to work in a range of physical positions - including stooping, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting - for extended periods.
Valid driver's license, or the ability to obtain one, and ability to meet company vehicle driving standards.
workspace hoteling required at certain facilities in the interim.

Bachelor's degree in Turf Management, Horticulture, Agronomy, or Plant Science.
Experience in professional soccer (NWSL, MLS, or USSF).
Experience preparing and maintaining pitches for televised broadcast.
Experience managing third-party contractors across landscaping, equipment service, and snow removal.
Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) certification or equivalent credential.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Plans and executes events safely and within budget.
Applies working knowledge of OSHA and fire and life safety regulations to daily operations.
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Build, manage, and adhere to an annual operating budget, and support expense projections for events.

Our benefits and culture reflect that commitment: Competitive Compensation - salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and market.
Comprehensive Health Coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and eligible dependents, plus mental health support.
Time to Recharge - paid time off, sick leave, and recognized holidays.
As a club with a big vision, we're building something extraordinary from the ground up and looking for entrepreneurial team members who want to help shape what comes next.

At Boston Legacy FC, we believe taking care of our team off the pitch is what allows us to compete at the highest level on it.
You'll be part of a founding team creating a legacy - literally.
We offer a unique opportunity to shape the future of a professional sports organization in one of the most passionate sports markets in the world.
We are passionate about advancing women's sports, investing in our local community, and redefining the future of professional soccer.

Statement - Boston Legacy FC Boston Legacy FC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Boston Legacy FC is dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects the vibrant and diverse community we serve on and off the pitch.

expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic

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