Supervisor, Grounds

About the Department

Assigns work and supervises ground crews in all aspects of grounds and turf maintenance.

Position Duties

1.  Performs skilled precision work while also supervising and coordinating activities of skilled, semi-skilled, and/or unskilled workers in the daily use of appropriate tools to weed, prune, water, spray, fertilize, plant, remove litter, and mow public rights-of-way, parks cemeteries and golf courses.
2.  Plans and implements daily work schedules, training and safety programs, policies and procedures, work changes and corrective actions. 
3.  Requests tools, equipment, and supplies; submits work reports. 
4.  Assists with budget estimates. 
5.  Screens applications, interview job applicants and  recommends new hires, promotions, pay raises and other personnel actions. 
6.  Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

1.  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Data Science and 1 year experience in related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or 

2.  Five (5) years experience in grounds maintenance including combination of three (3) years in a supervisory or lead worker position.

3.  Hold or be able to qualify for, such certificates and/or licenses as may be required by Federal, State, and City Government. 

4.  Must have a valid driver's license at time of employment.

Other Qualifications

Work Environment:
1.  Work is performed outdoors with exposure to noise, chemicals, inclement weather, dirt, grease, dust, and machinery with moving parts.
2.  Will be required to wear protective devices at times. 
 

Travel:
Travel will be required to accomplish assignments and visit job sites.

Career Progression:
Any higher class or level for which eligible and qualified.