Horticultural Specialist

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 22 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 05 Apr 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Horticultural Specialist
Position Number 906001
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited No
Department Homepage n/a
Advertising Department FS GROUNDS - HS CAMPUS
Division Administration & Finance
Classification Title 12520 Horticultural Specialist
Competency Level 3 - Advanced
Working Title Horticultural Specialist
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $33,540 - $53,117
Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000 - $45,000
Salary Grade Equivalency GN07
Work Schedule M-F
Work Hours 7am-4pm
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Technical/Trade
Organizational Unit Overview
Facilities Services is a unit in Campus Operations Division, which is a part of a broad, diverse division of Administration and Finance that includes all aspects of facilities management at East Carolina University. East Carolina University is the third largest university in the University of North Carolina system with approximately 28,000 FTS and a staff of over 6,000. The university is comprised of more than 7 million square feet of facilities located on approximately 1400 acres with physical assets in excess of $1.5 billion. This includes the Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations throughout North Carolina associated with university programs. Facilities Services has an annual budget in excess of $30 million and employs approximately 500 FTE. Major functions include facilities maintenance and housekeeping services.
Facilities Services primary purpose is to plan and perform corrective and preventive maintenance functions on all building structures and equipment and utility infrastructure. Corrective maintenance returns equipment to optimal design performance after failure or upon degradation from age, adverse operation conditions, etc. Preventive maintenance minimizes equipment failures and reduces corrective maintenance.
Job Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the management of the grounds services unit at the Health Science Campus and guide the employees in the proper maintenance of trees, shrubs, perennials, and turf in a sustainable manner. When the grounds supervisor is away from the office, this position assumes managing responsibility over the entire crew of ten grounds workers. This position is required to be on-call every fourth week and respond to grounds related emergencies for the entire campus. Other duties of this position are: lawn, shrub, tree and native vegetation maintenance, schedule and organize the work required on site; plan, order, receive and inventory supplies/materials; coordinate with other facilities employees, contractors, academic departments, students, staff and faculty; assist in budgeting for future year expenses; be a resource for the department in regards to grounds services (to include landscape, irrigation, plant material, turf, storm sewer, roads, walks, drives, recycling, refuse removal and moving services) ; basic maintenance and operation of grounds equipment/vehicles; storm response; debris/garbage removal; and pest management.
Minimum Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Requires North Carolina Pesticide License and North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
North Carolina Pesticide License and North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License are required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and must be maintained.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Two years of experience with a professional landscaping firm, nursery, or a medium-to-large grounds maintenance operation is preferred. Experience in operating grounds-related equipment including, but not limited to, riding lawn mowers, backhoes, forklifts, skid steers, etc. is preferred. Candidate should be able to perform strenuous manual labor in all weather conditions.A pesticide license is preferred.
License or Certification required by the Department
North Carolina Pesticide License and North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License are required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and must be maintained.
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • 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 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.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 03/06/2024
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 04/05/2024
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/69386
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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