Landscape Services & Grounds Manager

Portland Community College•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, its unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for students and contributing to the economic development of the community. The Landscape Services and Grounds Manager directs and supervises the operational and personnel activities of the Facilities Management Services (FMS) district-wide Landscape Services and Grounds Department. This role participates in the development, recommendations and administration of policies, procedures and processes in support of departmental & district operations and the design, review and planning of new construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Technology of Horticultural Science plus 5 years related experience in landscape maintenance, Integrated Pest Management, stormwater management and pest control (Education and/or experience may substitute year-for-year for specific degree requirements)
Three years managing or supervising a crew of landscape technicians
Oregon Department of Agriculture Public Pesticide Applicators License (Herbicides, including for the use of pesticides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf, including vertebrate pest control)
Oregon Department of Agriculture Public Pesticide Applicators License (Insecticides/fungicides, including for the use of insecticides and fungicides in the establishment and maintenance or ornamental plants and turf)
Valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Oregon and possess an acceptable driving record
Ability to obtain an Oregon Department of Agriculture Industrial, Institution, Health and Structural (I.I.H.S.) General use license for building pest control within three months of employment
Reside in Oregon or Washington
Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience managing district-wide or multi-site landscape operations, including oversight of diverse campus environments, infrastructure, and maintenance standards
Experience with stormwater management systems, including inspection and maintenance of bioswales, catch basins, and drainage infrastructure, with working knowledge of applicable DEQ and local jurisdictional requirements
Experience supervising and developing staff in a unionized or public-sector environment, including performance management, training, scheduling, and adherence to collective bargaining agreements
Knowledge of and commitment to sustainable landscape practices, including water conservation, soil health management, and environmentally responsible pest control methods
Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate emergency response operations, including snow and ice removal, inclement weather response, and campus safety decision-making
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with administrators, stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory agencies

Responsibilities

Directs and supervises the operational and personnel activities of the Facilities Management Services (FMS) district-wide Landscape Services and Grounds Department
Participates in the development, recommendations and administration of policies, procedures and processes in support of departmental & district operations
Participates in the design, review and planning of new construction projects
Overseeing landscape maintenance and construction
Overseeing irrigation
Overseeing disease and pest identification and the treatment of turf/plants/trees
Overseeing stormwater management
Overseeing pest control through Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Overseeing geographic information systems (GIS)
Overseeing equipment maintenance and procurement
Overseeing snow and ice removal
Overseeing inclement weather clean-up
Overseeing budget preparation
Overseeing staff management

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options
Health, Dental, and Vision options
Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs
Oregon PERS contribution - PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP
Tax deferred annuity program
Deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement
Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age
Partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
Generous Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)
14.67 hours of vacation leave per month
1 day of sick leave per month
12 paid holidays
PCC Winter Break (when College is Closed)
24 hours of personal leave per year