General Information
| Job Description | LANDSCAPE GROUNDS SUPV 1 | Working Title | R'Garden Director |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 007990 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Agricultural Operations - D01044 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 09/17/2018 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 004922 | STDT 1 | 1 |
Generic Scope
| Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of operational or technical employees. A portion of time may be spent performing individual tasks related to the unit; however, supervisory activities must constitute a primary part of the job. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures. |
Custom Scope
| Supervises the work of landscape/groundskeeping employees. Receives predetermined work assignments that are subject to a moderate level of control and review. Works on issues of limited scope. Directs subordinates to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies. Requires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility. |
Department Custom Scope
| The purpose of this position is directing the R'Garden Program in consultation with the Advisory Committee. The 4.5 acre community garden site is centrally located in the University and will showcase sustainable agriculture through University-level courses, research, service learning, community events, and a variety of student-led initiatives. The University community, local community groups, organizations, and schools will participate in garden activities. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| High school diploma or equivalent certification. | Preferred |
| Academic prep in horticulture. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| QAL (Qualified Applicators License -- pesticide applicators license) may be required. | Preferred |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|
Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Blood born pathogen and sharps disposal training. | Preferred |
Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Closely oversees day to day activities of landscape/groundskeeping employees.
|
10 |
| Plans, organizes and directs routine landscape/groundskeeping operations. | 10 |
Trains and supervises the landscape/groundskeeping staff to maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient grounds operation.
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5 |
| Uses knowledge in the care and use of power equipment and other landscape/groundskeeping tools. | 5 |
| Ensures safety, hazardous materials and landscape/groundskeeping policies and procedures are adhered to. | 5 |
| Maintains proper inventory needs and purchase inventory. | 5 |
| Responsible for performance management. | 5 |
| Maintains scheduling within prescribed budgetary guidelines. | 5 |
May assist with budget planning and maintenance.
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5 |
| May be responsible for coordinating programs (water abatement, weed abatement & irrigation) with various municipalities, governmental organization etc. | 5 |
| May be required to operate vehicles. | 5 |
| Collaboration with students and Agriculture Operations, implementation of necessary infrastructure of the garden and programs relating to research, teaching, and service. | 15 |
| Establish and maintain a self-sustaining operation through reliable students, faculty, and guest volunteers. | 15 |
| Oversee general operations in the garden and garden events. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Working knowledge in landscape/groundskeeping services. | Required |
| Working verbal and written communication skills in the English language, including active listening, flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to multi-task and ensure effective time management. | Required |
| Working decision making and reasoning skills, and ability to develop original ideas to solve problems and conduct operations analysis and quality control analysis. | Required |
| Working, effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other personnel. | Required |
| Ability to provide plant and pest identification. | Required |
| Basic computer applications skills. | Required |
| Supervisory experience. | Required |
| Successfully working independently as well as part of a team. Ability to lead and organize others. | Required |
| Ability to communicate in Spanish. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Other University Setting |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |