Grounds Supervisor

University of North Alabama•Florence, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supervising all university grounds maintenance crews and complete oversight of planting, pruning, and cultivating of trees, shrubs, and flowers, as well as all seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of university grounds. This position is also responsible for supervising the removal of snow, ice, leaves, fallen branches, other weather-generated debris, and trash from all university grounds, instructing staff in the proper use of tools and equipment, and assisting the director with administration and management of grounds functions. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma/equivalent is required
Completion of a bachelor’s degree OR significant (10+ years) of related experience is required
Five years of supervisory experience, required
At least five years of experience managing multiple reports, required
Current, valid driver's license is required

Responsibilities

Ensure that the grounds are attractive and well-kept by planning work assignments and actively supervising the quality of ground maintenance services
Ensure established standards are achieved by regularly inspecting the work of grounds maintenance crews, identifying corrective measures to be taken when necessary and appropriate, and facilitating the training of grounds maintenance staff in the safe and proper operation of all tools and equipment
Provide a safe campus environment by supervising the removal of snow, ice, leaves, fallen branches, other weather-generated debris, and trash from all grounds
Ensure that staff have the equipment/supplies necessary to perform their duties by estimating the types and amounts of materials/equipment needed for specific projects, ordering/contracting for their purchase, issuing to staff, and tracking/recording usage
Establish and maintain staff training for services performed, including operation of equipment, safe use of chemicals, and employee interactions
Encourage the exercise of initiative by fostering pride in maintaining the campus to the highest departmental standards
Track work assignments and special duties, including seasonal grounds maintenance plans, preventive maintenance plans, snow removal plans, and supervise planting, pruning, cultivating, seeding, and fertilizing of grounds
Maintain operations within budgetary constraints by assisting in tracking/monitoring the use of labor and supplies
Maintain frequent observation of crews, projects, grounds, and daily staff activity, as well as handle problems, report safety issues, student needs, light outages, damages, etc.
Evaluate grounds maintenance staff performance, maintain compliance with all procedures, processes, and policies, and recommend actions, as necessary
Contribute to a work environment that encourages the knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with a diverse population of staff, faculty, administrators, students, and the public
Perform all other duties as assigned