New Hampshire Fisher Cats Seek Director of Field Operations

The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, a Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, are seeking a Director of Field Operations to manage the maintenance and agronomic program for Delta Dental Stadium. The position follows recent renovations to the stadium’s outfield playing surface and warning track, which included the removal of old organic material and the installation of new USGA sand, Profile soil amendment, Tuckahoe gameday bluegrass, and new hunter irrigation heads.

Role Responsibilities

The Director of Field Operations will oversee the general maintenance of the field, including mowing, fertilizing, maintaining and rebuilding pitching mounds and home plate areas, dragging and moisture management of the infield skin, field marking, edging, aerating, topdressing, verticutting, replacing sod, and tarping. The role also includes administrative and managerial duties such as planning for projects and events, budgeting and forecasting, hiring, training, and scheduling staff, managing materials inventory, and communicating with employees, coaches, and players.

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates for the position are expected to have 3–5+ years of relevant experience in field operations. The new hire must obtain and maintain a proper local fertilizer applicator license within 90 days of their start date and adhere to all laws and regulations regarding fertilizer use and storage. The role requires knowledge of USGA sand-based rootzones and the management strategies associated with sand-based athletic fields at the professional level.

Seeking a Director of Field Operations

The New Hampshire Fisher Cats are part of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), a sports and entertainment company that owns and operates Minor League Baseball clubs and premier venues. DBH offers employees competitive benefits packages and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within its network. The Fisher Cats are described as having a strong focus on player development and community impact, continuing to be a vital part of the Manchester sports scene.

New Hampshire Fisher Cats Seek Director of Field Operations

The New Hampshire Fisher Cats are seeking a motivated and hard-working Director of Field Operations who will be responsible for the management, planning, and implementation of the maintenance and agronomic program for the Delta Dental Stadium.