Manager, Landscape Services

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: 28 Mar 2024

Posting Information


Posting Number SAECC3685
Advertised Title Manager, Landscape Services
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 011339
Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly)
Department Physical Plant
Minimum Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in horticulture or related area and five (5) years of experience in landscaping. Must include a minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience in motivating, training, appraising and directing the efforts of personnel in related positions.
Experience in operating and maintaining heavy-duty landscape equipment.
Relevant experience may substitute for required education.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Special Conditions
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule
Posting Date 03/05/2024
Closing Date 03/28/2024
Open Until Screening Begins No
Hiring Range $55,000 - $66,400 per year
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must have ability to endure frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions (inclement weather, extreme hot or cold temperatures).
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a re-advertisement, applicants currently in the pool do not need to re-apply.
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. If required, please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application. Required work experience is based on full-time hours. Part-time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the interview date.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Positions Supervised
Will supervise the supervisors of landscape and landscape employees.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to read and understand architectural site and/or landscaping plans, drawings and other operational and maintenance manuals common to the trade.
Extensive knowledge of landscaping methods and industry best practices related to grading, planting, pruning, irrigation, mowing, edging, fertilization, spraying, etc.
Knowledge of landscaping equipment, to include effective use and associated training requirements.
Knowledge of vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance.
Hold or acquire required licenses and certifications needed for application of fertilizers and pesticides.
Proficient in using a Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with a diverse population of constituents.
Flexibility to work after normal business hours when necessary.
Experience operating equipment such as a backhoe, dump truck, skid steer, ride on chemical sprayers, zero turn mowers, and smaller lawn equipment.
Additional Position Information
Preference for someone who has managed and maintained large landscape projects.
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)





Job Duties


Duties & Responsibilities
Guides, trains, and gives technical assistance to supervisors engaged in the daily grounds landscaping and special horticultural projects. Inspects completed assignments to ensure satisfactory work quality, efficiency, progress, methods and practices, safety and other established standards and requirements are met and maintained.
Ensures timely and appropriate response to weather events, after-hours emergencies, and special events.
Oversees work progress of Landscape contractors in accordance with established University procedures.
Assists with campus solid waste removal contract, to include recycle dumpsters; coordinates loading, hauling, and delivery of scrap metal waste, tires, etc. to vendor.
Implements landscape design projects, reads drawings and specifications, selects and orders herbaceous and woody plant material and any other items necessary to complete projects.
Reviews and provides feedback on landscaping plans developed by others.
Ensure all work carried out by Landscape services staff and contractors meet relevant health and safety requirements and established University Health and Safety, Environmental, Sustainability and other policies and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain direct personal contact with a wide spectrum of University community members affected and/or concerned with the quality, safety and appearance of the campus grounds or other property.
Provide landscaping and horticultural consultation to other campus departments as necessary.
Manage and further develops the University’s Level III Arboretum status, Wildlife Habitat status, Tree Campus status and Lambuth Campus’ Arboretum status.
Represent the University on the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council (TUFC).
Duties & Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan, develop, and manage efficient, economical preventive maintenance of tools and equipment assigned, including schedules and activity to ensure prolonged life, usefulness and safety of equipment to minimize breakdowns, failures and hazards.
Initiate the purchase of supplies, tools, and equipment in accordance with established purchasing procedures.
Direct various personnel functions to include, but not limited to, recruitment, performance management, training and development, disciplinary actions and leave approval for all direct reports. Oversee the hiring and training of student workers and temporary workers; participates in the interview process and provides approval for the hiring of permanent staff.
Monitor and analyze work patterns to ensure even distribution of work across work areas. Assist with determining staffing and seasonal labor needs for the department.

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