The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is looking for an Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations to help assist with the daily operations of our athletic facilities, game day events, rentals, and capital projects. Below is some of the day-to-day functions of this role:

• Perform turf maintenance on assigned areas; will assist with planting and pruning shrubbery, flowers and trees
• Will assist with clearing areas of debris and trash
• Will operate assigned equipment as well as assist with preventive maintenance and minor repairs
• Assist with spreading fertilizer and grass seed

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED and 2 years related experience is required. Must have a valid driver’s license. Working knowledge of power equipment used to perform grounds maintenance. Ability to receive written job orders and verbal instructions related to job functions. Must have full use of all extremities and be able to stoop, kneel, bend and work from ladders, scaffolding and roofs. Must be able to lift 70 lbs and carry for a distance of 15 ft. and work in confined spaces and poorly ventilated spaces. Work conditions may require working in adverse weather conditions and varying temperatures. Some overtime, weekend and holiday work required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior trade school education and previous experience with turf, horticulture, and/or landscape maintenance is preferred. Two (2) years of experience in field maintenance is also preferred.