Director of Grounds

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004379P
Position Title Director of Grounds
Division/College Facilities Management
Department Facility Management
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The director is responsible for supervising and managing various operations related to the care and maintenance of the University of Idaho properties located in Moscow, Idaho, including the Arboretum, Campus Landscape, and Campus Hardscapes. Duties include managing all associated budgets and resource planning.
Position Overview
This position leads and supervises the team responsible for the care and maintenance of the grounds for the University of Idaho. They will direct the team, monitor landscape care programs and maintenance work to enhance campus landscape.
Duties may include:
  • Responsible for the direct supervision of the Landscape Foreperson, Hardscape Foreperson, Arboretum Superintendent, Horticulturist, and Arborist
  • Responsible for the general supervision of 20+ exterior/interior building staff
  • Assisting in the hiring, coaching, and training of staff
  • Promoting safe work practices and training opportunities for staff
  • Other duties as assigned


This position is essential and will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or University Closure.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/dfa/facilities

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • 5 years of progressively responsible management experience, including personnel supervision, fiscal management, and working in a computerized/electronic business environment
  • Experience with managing exterior building services
Required Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other
  • Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving University vehicles
Additional Preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Experience in higher education
  • Experience supervising trade workers, equipment operators, subcontractors, and unit supervisors
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and practical management skills, including the ability to work effectively in a large and complex organization, are essential
  • Experience developing and training employees on policies and procedures, including safe work practices and policies
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Must be able to:
    • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
    • Climb and work at various heights above ground using ladders, scaffolding, lifts and bucket trucks
    • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
    • Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
    • Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties
    • Work in inclement weather conditions
    • Work on uneven or slick surfaces
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $76,627.20 - $92, 971.00 annually
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 04/08/2024
Closing Date 05/08/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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