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Job Opportunity: Manager, Landscape Services:University of MemphisJob description:Manager, Landscape Services
Posting DetailsPosting InformationPosting Number: SAECC3685 Advertised Title: Manager, Landscape Services Campus Job location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number: 011339 Job Category: Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department: Physical Plant Minimum Position Appropriate qualifications: Bachelor's degree in horticulture or related area and five (5) years of practice in landscaping. Must include a minimum of three (3) years managery practice in motivating, training, appraising and directing the efforts of personnel in related positions. practice in operating and maintaining heavy-duty landscape equipment. significant practice 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: 04/26/2024 Closing Date: 05/02/2024 Open Until Screening Begins: No Hiring Range: $55,000 - $70,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions: While performing the tasks 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 capability to endure frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions (inclement weather, extreme hot or cold temperatures). Special Instructions to candidates: This is a re-advertisement, candidates currently in the pool do not need to re-apply. All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. candidates 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 practice is located on full-time hours. Part-time work practice 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 managers of landscape and landscape employees. expertise, expertise, and Abilities: capability to read and understand architectural site and/or landscaping plans, drawings and other operational and maintenance manuals common to the trade. broad expertise of landscaping methods and industry best practices related to grading, planting, pruning, irrigation, mowing, edging, fertilization, spraying, etc. expertise of landscaping equipment, to include effective use and connected training requirements. expertise 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.) capability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with a diverse population of constituents. Flexibility to work after normal business hours when necessary. practice 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 tasks tasks & Job responsibilities: Guides, trains, and gives technical assistance to managers engaged in the everyday 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. supervises work progress of Landscape contractors in conformity 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 significant health and safety requirements and established University Health and Safety, Environmental, Sustaincapability and other policies and procedures. tasks & Job 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). tasks & Job responsibilities: Other tasks as assigned. tasks & Job 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 conformity 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. supervise 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. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a valid driver's license? » YES » NO Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume Optional Documents » Cover Letter » Unofficial Transcript Skills:
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