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Hardworking, energetic and innovative professional with a track record of success in leading high-caliber teams to produce quality turfgrass on university grounds and sports fields. Also skilled in developing xxxxxxndscapes and commercial campus grounds. Work well within tight timelines to adhere to set budgets and take on enhancement opportunities in order to achieve full project potential. Outstanding work ethic in producing high-quality results in fast-paced environments that call for top performance and productivity. Adept in strategizing and implementing turfgrass, sports field, xxxxxxndscape and waste collection/recycling development and maintenance pxxxxxxns. Sound communicator, with a capacity to seamlessly build rexxxxxxtionships with staff, clients, vendors and other relevant stakeholders. Seeking a role with Arizona State University as the Associate Director - Ground Services.

         Areas of expertise include Turfgrass, Soil Fertility, Xxxxxxndscape, Equipment Maintenance, Project Management, Budgeting, Purchasing, Scheduling, Supervision, Training, Client Satisfaction and Quality Assurance, among others

         Produce $8.5M in revenue at a 58% gross margin with Massengale Grounds Management

         Hired at LSU to improve turfgrass quality across 1.2K campus acres

         Promoted to Branch Manager at Brickman Xxxxxxndscape Services based on optimal performance and proven aptitudes specific to leadership, quality assurance and client satisfaction

         While at Brickman, crafted a high-performance xxxxxxndscape maintenance and enhancement pxxxxxxn for major clients including Edward Jones, Wells Fargo, Scott Air Force Base and the St. Louis Public School campuses

         Developed and managed the construction of five sand, four soil and three rubber-infill synthetic fields for the Ravens

         Prepared and coordinated an $800K annual field and xxxxxxndscape maintenance budget for the Clevexxxxxxnd Browns

         Notably improved processes for the maintenance and operation of the CMSU solid waste collection and recycling program

         Proud Veteran of the United States Navy, having served as a as Aviation Hydraulic Mechanic/Metalsmith

         Technically proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

MASSENGALE GROUNDS MANAGEMENT

Vice President of Maintenance & Operations, 2016-Present

         Drive success in partnership with a motivated xxxxxxndscape maintenance team; maintain equipment and processes to ensure high job quality, crew efficiency and company profit

         Hired, trained and manage 80 crew members, a Superintendent, four Account Managers and four Production Managers

         Work with an extensive client list that includes AA properties in Xxxxxx and South Xxxxxx

XXXXXX STATE UNIVERSITY

Grounds and Event Manager, 2011-2016

         Skillfully hired, trained and supervised a civil service staff of 32, with inmate xxxxxxbor crews ranging in size from 24 to 65

         Worked together to oversee campus turf and department equipment maintenance functions

         Sought at all times to raise staff morale and manage campus needs for special events held on the grounds

BRICKMAN XXXXXXNDSCAPE SERVICES

Branch Manager, 2007-2011

Account Manager, 2005-2007

         Recruited to stabilize a branch that garnered ~$4.5M in annual revenue; adhered to expectations of 100+ clients in achieving revenue growth and successfully leveraged leadership acumen to renew clients trust in the branch

         Established and maintained mutually positive client rexxxxxxtionships, ensuring delivery of quality products and services in accordance with set deadlines

         Led xxxxxxndscape operations, including maintenance, equipment acquisition, snow removal and work order processing

         Also managed staffing, payroll, budgeting, sales and P&L statements

         Hired, trained, supervised and coached a team of 85 to ensure efficiency; monitored and assessed performance levels in order to repxxxxxxce non-productive staff with competent employees

         Upgraded equipment, and trained team members on proper use

         Communicated effectively with team members to drive adherence to goals and bolster levels of productivity

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BALTIMORE RAVENS

Fields & Grounds Maintenance Manager, 1996-2005

         Supervised the sports field and led grounds maintenance for M&T Bank Stadium, as well as practice and summer training facilities; included ordering necessary xxxxxxndscape and turf equipment

         Worked in conjunction with external vendors to coordinate stadium concerts and college/high school sporting events

         Recruited, trained and supervised a team of eight full-time and 23 seasonal staff members

         Designed and xxxxxxunched the use of a comprehensive turfgrass and xxxxxxndscape pxxxxxxnt care pxxxxxxn

         Called on strong attention to detail in developing and monitoring a $1M maintenance budget

CLEVEXXXXXXND BROWNS

Head Groundskeeper, 1992-1996

         Pxxxxxxyed an integral role in the redesign and reconstruction of five natural grass and sand-based fields

         Worked with team to fulfill projects, as well as grass selection, fertilization, irrigation and field painting processes

         Headed field reconstruction pxxxxxxnning for the stadium, allowing it to be utilized for not only NFL games but concerts, motor events and school sporting events as well

         Purchased equipment and supplies per assigned budget; maintained all items with care and caution

         Managed staffing duties to ensure delivery of seamless operations with the aid of a well-trained staff

CENTRAL MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

Grounds Manager, 1987-1992

         Developed and oversaw spending for a $2M annual grounds maintenance budget for an 800-acre main campus

         Supervised and maintained a 200-acre nature preserve, an 18-hole golf course, a 25-acre xxxxxxke/recreation area, a 240-acre airport, as well as 20 varsity and recreation sports fields

         Improved campus aesthetics by setting forth a self-developed, campus-wide turf, flower, pxxxxxxnt and tree pxxxxxxnting and maintenance enhancement pxxxxxxn, including protocols for snow and ice removal as needed

         Proved vital in the use of a full-scale sports field and golf course renovation and maintenance program

Graduate Degree, Turfgrass/Sports Field Management, Southern Illinois University- Carbondale

Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies/Soil Science, Southern Illinois University- Carbondale

Associate s Degree, Forestry/Surveying Technology, Southeastern Illinois College

A, B & C Schools, Aviation Hydraulic/Metalsmith Mechanic, U.S. Navy

Soils, Turfgrass, Personnel Management/Budgeting, Weed Science, Hydraulic Mechanics

Research Award, SportsTurf Managers Association

Xxxxxxndscape Manager of the Year, Best Maintained College Campus & Athletic Fields, Professional Grounds Management Society

Member, Missouri Valley Turfgrass Association

Member, Xxxxxx Turfgrass Association

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March 16, 2018

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Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am pleased to submit my application materials for the Associate Director - Ground Services role at Arizona State University and am submitting my documents for your review. As illustrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include the following accomplishments:

• As an executive-level professional in the grounds maintenance field, I bring to any role years of progressive high-profile experience. I am skilled in expert areas including turfgrass management, xxxxxxndscaping and equipment maintenance, among others.

• To pair with my impressive career background, which includes work for professional sports teams and college campuses, I also have a Graduate Degree in Turfgrass/Sports Field Management, a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies/Soil Science, as well as an Associate s Degree in Forestry/Surveying Technology. I also engaged in various trainings that highlight my transferable skills while serving in the U.S. Navy.

• Over the course of my career, I ve proven myself adept in guiding and inspiring teams to achieve success. I lead by example and develop xxxxxxsting rexxxxxxtionships with staff members at all levels, individually or within a team.

• I thrive in deadline-driven, fast-paced environments that call for adaptability, crisis management and the ability to work well under pressure. I am regarded by others as a valuable trainer, supervisor and mentor. This will serve me well as I strive to secure the Associate Director - Ground Services role.

I am a focused, capable and highly experienced applicant committed to supporting the long-term goals of an innovative, reputable firm. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Yours Truly,

Vincent R. Paterrozzi

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