Grounds Horticulturist - Job at University of North Carolina Charlotte in Charlotte, NC

Grounds Horticulturist

Charlotte, NC

Posted 10 days ago

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Job Description

Grounds Horticulturist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:
*Please submit Photo Samples of their Lawn work if available.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.

* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.

* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment).

* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week	40
Months per year	12
Position Number	009936
NC Salary Grade Equivalency	GN09
Classification Title	Building Environmental Supervisor - Advanced
Working Title	Grounds Horticulturist
Salary Range	$45,799 - $$57,249
Anticipate Hiring Range	$47,930 - $54,000
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Division	Business Affairs
Department	Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit	Grounds
Work Schedule	6:00am to 2:30 pm; Monday - Friday (varies during the year) summer hrs. 6:30am to 3:00pm Monday -Friday winter hrs. This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Advanced level Supervisor insures that crew members work safely, comply with safety, department and campus policies while continually performing work in a productive and efficient manner. Oversees, assigns and performs work with a crew of Grounds Workers and/or General Utility Workers in landscape/turf maintenance. Performs as the front-line Grounds Staff member to provide Landscape and Horticultural care to new and renovated landscapes throughout Campus.
Minimum Education/Experience	Required Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, and one year of experience in the area assigned; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. University Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from high school and five years experience in the area of work assigned, three of which were in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Essential Job Duties	Make decisions that affect the campus landscape maintenance and landscape improvements focused on a more formal and manicured campus landscape. Grade, prepare and renovate lawn areas for grass and seed/sod; install sod, reseed established lawn areas and newly developed lawns as required. Plan daily or weekly work to meet established objectives. Meet with supervisor formally on a daily basis to schedule and plan work activities. Plan daily or weekly work to meet established objectives. Observe, inspect, and monitor quality and quantity of work while in process and upon completion. On-site direction of Grounds Workers and General Utility Workers as well as skilled labor contractors. Provide operational support and continuous onsite Leadership for the zone maintenance effort at the crew level. One year plant and bed maintenance after planting projects Plant production of annuals and perennials Responsible for budgeting over $300,000 annually on new and renovated landscape installs and projects.
Other Work Responsibilities	Operate machines and equipment's such as trucks, tractors water wagons and other gardening and grounds maintenance equipment. Operate power equipment such as bed edgers, hedge trimmers, hand auger, sod roller. May apply fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides either occasionally or on a normal periodic basis. Attend all training opportunities provided to increase technical grounds, maintenance, and supervisory skills. Cultivate, mulch, and remove weeds from established plant beds; prune shrubs and trees to ensure proper health and vigor of plant material.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to make decisions that affect the campus landscape maintenance and landscape improvements focused on a more formal and manicured campus landscape. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to grade, prepare and renovate lawn areas for grass and seed/sod; install sod, reseed established lawn areas and newly developed lawns as required. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to plan daily or weekly work to meet established objectives. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to collaborate with a supervisor formally on a daily basis to schedule and plan work activities. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to plan daily or weekly work to meet established objectives. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to explain and observe, inspect, and monitor quality and quantity of work while in process and upon completion. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to or can demonstrate on-site direction of Grounds Workers and General Utility Workers as well as skilled labor contractors. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to demonstrate operational support and continuous onsite leadership for the zone maintenance effort at the crew level. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to explain how they would maintain planting beds for one year & plant and bed maintenance after planting projects are completed. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to explain how to plant or show how to grow the production of annuals and perennials. During the interview, demonstrates they have the ability to and / or have the experience to show how they would be responsible for assisting in managing & budgeting over $300,000 annually on new and renovated landscape installs and projects.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications	Valid NC Drivers license Where applicable, must be eligible for required certification Certified plant professional certificate or obtain in 2 years N.C. landscape contractor's license or obtain in 2 years
Work Location	Grounds
Posting date	04/25/2024
Closing date	05/09/2024
Proposed Hire Date	06/03/2024
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants	UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: Please submit Photo Samples of their Lawn work if available. The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check. Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.* * The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment). * Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. * These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years' experience in commercial grounds / landscape maintenance, horticulture, turf grass, and / or landscape construction do you have? Please describe your experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have at least three years experience as a supervisor?
- No
- Yes
* Please describe your previous experience in a supervisory and/or lead role.
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References
Other Document

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Job Summary

Company

University of North Carolina Charlotte

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Work Hours (i.e. shift)

Salary and Benefits

$45,799 - $$57,249

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

1+ years