Head Superintendent for Athletic Fields

Department:

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Staff Full Time Job Description The Head Superintendent for Athletic Fields shall be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the athletic practice and playing fields and all appropriate equipment and supplies. Preferred Qualifications •bachelors degree and successful background in turf management preferred; •experience operating applicable machinery preferred.

Campus:

Harrogate Posting Number:

S05291

P Job Open Date:

05/12/2026

Job Close Date:

08/12/2026

Open Until Filled:

No About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu . AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. Background Check Statement The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Job Duties Maintain the following fields in excellent condition: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Track & Field, Lacrosse game and practice, Intramural and the Golf Driving Range; Maintenance specifically to include mowing, fertilize treatments, chemical spraying for weeds, aeration, top dressing (with assistance from coaching staff), and over seeding; General oversight of maintenance of equipment (reel mowers, gators, sprayers, etc.) coordinated with our maintenance department or others as appropriate; Maintenance of equipment to include regular greasing, oil changes, reel sharpening and cleaning as recommended; During primary growing seasons, the coaching staff may be called upon on an as needed basis to assist in these job responsibilities.