Stadium Manager at St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners, FL

About the Department

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Stadium Manager is a highly responsible professional who plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees all aspects of a public stadium complex. This includes managing contractual relationships with professional, minor and rookie league baseball clubs, overseeing facility maintenance to meet Major League Baseball standards, and facilitating community programming efforts. The Stadium Manager ensures operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction across events, sports activities, and facility usage. This position reports to the Facilities Director.

Position Duties

Facility & Grounds Management:

• Oversee care, maintenance, and renovation of all athletic fields and stadium grounds to MLB standards.
• Identify turf pests and manage turfgrass maintenance, treatment, and irrigation systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections and address maintenance needs, emergencies, and safety concerns.
• Lead project management for capital improvements, upgrades, repairs, and renovations.

Administrative & Financial Oversight:

• Prepare and manage the stadium's annual operations and field maintenance budgets.
• Develop and implement revenue-generating plans including marketing, promotions, and booking strategies.
• Draft memos, reports, DEO documents, and present materials to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and negotiate contracts for events, vendors, and tenant agreements.
• Maintain accurate financial and operational records and ensure fiscal accountability.

Programming & Event Coordination:

• Plan, promote, and support a wide range of events including sports competitions, concerts, festivals, and community activities.
• Evaluate and coordinate all facility reservation requests and public programming.
• Collaborate with promoters, organizations, and government entities to host successful events.

Personnel Management:

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate stadium staff.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure optimal team performance and professional development.
• Schedule and coordinate work assignments across all areas of the complex.

Public Relations & Safety:

• Serve as the main point of contact for tenants, event organizers, and the general public.
• Maintain strong working relationships with government officials, community groups, and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and risk management policies.
• Utilize safety equipment as required for tasks and ensure team adherence to best practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires the physical ability to regularly walk, stand, sit, bend, climb, squat, and access all areas of the stadium complex, including unpaved surfaces, stairs, and ramps. Moderate physical effort is involved, including operating equipment and performing manual tasks. The role requires frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Work may take place in both indoor and outdoor environments, and good vision and hearing, with or without correction, are essential.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND WORK HAZARDS: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, often under varying and extreme weather conditions, including temperature fluctuations and unconditioned spaces. The role may involve exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, and mechanical equipment, with physical risks related to heavy lifting, strenuous activity, and event operations. Duties may also require working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or other elevated surfaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be used as required.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Employees are required to adhere to all safety protocols and utilize appropriate safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided to ensure a safe working environment. Specific requirements include:

• Mandatory PPE: Employees must wear designated PPE, which may include safety goggles, gloves, hard hats, hearing protection, and respiratory masks, depending on the tasks performed.
• Safety Training: All employees will receive training on the proper use and maintenance of safety equipment and PPE to minimize risks and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Inspection and Maintenance: Employees are responsible for regularly inspecting their PPE for wear and tear, and reporting any damaged equipment to their supervisor for replacement.
• Emergency Equipment: Familiarity with the location and use of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and eyewash stations, is required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:  

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position.  While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: 

County employees are considered essential personnel in providing and continuing services to our community during and following a disaster, such as a hurricane, or in other emergency situations. As a requirement of County employment, County employees are subject to being required to remain at work during an event, respond to a recall immediately following an event and/or immediately reporting to work when an all clear is declared by the County Administrator.  During these types of events, County employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. 

ADA STATEMENT:

A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

EEO STATEMENT:

St. Lucie County BOCC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should possess a solid foundational background that demonstrates their ability to engage with the responsibilities of the role effectively.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.   College degree from an accredited institution in  Parks and Recreation Management, Business Administration, Agronomy, Facility Management or a related field is preferred.  Relevant experience, training or technical certifications may substitute for preferred college degree.  
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in parks, recreation, facility, and turf management, with at least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and contract negotiation skills.
• Proficient in preparing technical reports and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated expertise in stadium operations, sports turf care, and event management best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, partners, and the public.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required for stadium events and emergencies.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License with a good driving record.

Other Qualifications

Pay Grade: G208
 
Driving Position – Operating County vehicles and/or equipment is a primary function of this position.
 
 PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING: This position requires a physical, drug testing, driver's license verification and level 1 background screening.