Runyon Sports Complex Superintendent

****THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****

• Exercises direct, first-level supervision of positions, employees, operations and activities.  Includes coordinating staff training, assigning and reviewing work; participating in the interview and selection process; making recommendations impacting pay, status, and disciplinary action; evaluating performance independently or in conjunction with a higher level supervisor/manager; approving time off and staff timesheets.  
• Performs landscaping duties: mowing, trimming, dirt work, weed and debris removal, and other grounds maintenance.
• Performs repairs on PVC irrigation pipe.
• Understands and implements computerized irrigation systems including monitoring/control systems. 
• Implements safety knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to heavy equipment operation, hazards, and other work related precautions.
• Prepares ground for installation of irrigation line or repairs.
• Coordinates water schedules, adjustment, and seasonal start up/blow out; installs, maintains, and repairs water systems.
• Maintains budget, orders, and inventories supplies; independently travels to pick up supplies and materials for Sports Complex, trainings, meetings, and other county activities. 
• Designs and interprets blueprints in order to lay out or locate irrigation valves.
• Provides oversight on irrigation systems for Runyon Field; assists in training of other employees and provides direction for maintaining irrigation system.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.
• Fills in for other staff as necessary and/or required.
  

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency required
• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Management, Irrigation Technology, or Golf Course Management preferred

• 5 years or more experience in grounds maintenance required
• 1 year or more supervisory experience required
• 3 years or more irrigation experience preferred
• Experience in sports field maintenance; specifically baseball/softball field maintenance preferred

• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Colorado Driver’s License (Independently travels throughout Pueblo County to pick up supplies and materials for Runyon Sports Complex, trainings, meetings, and other county activities) required
• Landscape Industry Certified Technician (LICT) – Exterior, Obtained from Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado preferred
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPS) obtained from National Recreation and Parks Association preferred

• Must successfully pass background check required

NOTE: For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)