Title: Grounds Director

Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal

Position Description:

St. George’s is currently seeking a Grounds Director for the 2023 outdoor tennis season to
perform/oversee clubhouse and grounds operations. This individual should be well-organized
and able to manage work volunteers for club opening/closing tasks each year, as well as
provide ongoing court and club maintenance throughout the season. The club is fortunate to
have several current volunteers (Donnie, Ernie, Greg, Rodney, etc.) who will help train and
support this individual in their first year. The Grounds Director reports to the Board of
Directors and will be supported by the Head Duty Host.

Responsibilities:

Oversee/lead (with assistance of volunteers and duty hosts) the opening, ongoing
maintenance/cleanliness and closing of 5 har-tru clay courts, mini court, clubhouse and
grounds.

  • Train and manage duty hosts and liaise with the Head Duty Host regarding successful
    completion of task checklists each day.

  • Decide when to open and close courts due to inclement weather, and complete work
    after rain to be able to open as soon as possible.

  • Ensure court water system/cells are maintained at appropriate levels.

  • Purchase and maintain all supplies and equipment required for club operations.

  • Be the key contact/liaison with all agencies/suppliers, and with St. George’s neighbours.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Well organized and able to manage volunteers for club opening/closing tasks, and other
    activities as needed.

  • “Handy person” skills a benefit.

Schedule:

This position typically averages 15 hours each week beginning ~May 1 (may be some supply
ordering requirements in April) and continues until ~mid-November.

Rate of Pay:

$20/hour.