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Grounds Maintenance Manager

2 months ago


Norfolk, Virginia, United States Old Dominion University Full time
Job Summary

Old Dominion University seeks a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead its Grounds and Landscape maintenance team. As the Director of Grounds, you will be responsible for providing a beautiful, vibrant, and safe campus environment for the university community. This includes overseeing the maintenance and improvement of campus turf, plants, flowers, trash, and other exterior elements that contribute to the overall campus aesthetic.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead teams that perform Grounds and Landscape maintenance and improvements at Old Dominion University, including main campus and all satellite properties and campuses.
  • Provide analysis and strategic direction in identifying and implementing new and revised processes and procedures to achieve department and University goals.
  • Manage all administrative functions of assigned unit, including personnel management, timekeeping, and scheduling.
  • Ensure all supplies and materials are on hand for the Grounds and Landscape unit on a daily basis.
  • Work closely with vendors and service providers to ensure efficient and effective operations.
  • Provide horticultural expertise in the planning of future landscapes and make recommendations for improvements to current landscapes.
  • Position is designated "essential personnel" for emergency closings and must be able to respond for emergency recall and after-hours requests for emergencies and other call back situations.
Requirements
  • Master's Degree in Turf and or Horticulture or closely related field or a Bachelor's degree in Turf/Horticulture or closely related field and related work experience equivalent to a Master's degree in preceding fields of study.
  • Considerable experience leading teams to achieve a common goal.
  • Considerable knowledge of Horticultural, turf and landscape maintenance practices.
  • Considerable knowledge of safety standards and equipment.
  • Working knowledge of effective customer service techniques in a diverse work environment including team facilitation and consultation skills.
  • Some knowledge of irrigation systems and the use of pesticides.
  • Demonstrated ability to function as a project coordinator, maintaining records, conducting cost analysis and projecting future cost.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and direct staff in the completion of day-to-day work assignments.
  • Demonstrated ability to monitor work performance, evaluate performance and recommend improvements.
  • Demonstrated ability to work outside during inclement weather.
  • Ability to interpret and apply procurement regulations and to translate guidance into specific actions that affect construction projects.
  • Extensive supervisory and leadership skills. Proficient skills with using typical Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Driver's license required with insurable driving record. VDACS Pesticide Applicator's License or demonstrated ability to obtain within 12 months of start date.
  • Considerable experience operating various grounds maintenance equipment.
  • Considerable experience performing grounds maintenance following industry standards for Horticultural Practices.
  • Considerable experience performing personnel management duties to include, interviewing and hiring, performance management, timekeeping and scheduling.
  • Working experience managing a crew of grounds or trades workers.
  • Working experience working as a project team leader, which involves project planning and coordination, estimating, reporting and records management.
  • Some experience purchasing supplies and equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Some experience purchasing supplies and equipment following state or government procurement regulations preferred.
  • Certified Arborist.
  • Vocational training in grounds maintenance or equivalent work experience. Certified Fertilizer Applicator in State of Virginia. Responsible Land Disturber Certification.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Old Dominion University is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.