Grounds Manager

Grounds Manager

Job No: 553560 | Work type:
Management (MPP) |

Location:

Northern California:
Humboldt | Appointment Type:
At-Will | Time Basis:
Full Time | Workplace Type:
On-site

Position Summary:

The Facilities Management Grounds Manager is responsible for the oversight and governance of all campus grounds operations, covering both main campus and housing areas.

• Provide day‑to‑day direct supervision, management, training, and leadership for all professional and student staff in Housing and Academic Grounds.
• Provide guidance on grounds issues: irrigation, turf management, plantings, tree maintenance, and pest control.
• Ensure the work management system accurately reflects activity in the grounds department and aligns with FM goals/objectives.
• Coordinate ordering of all grounds‑related equipment and supplies/services.
• Gather and incorporate grounds team feedback for new campus projects via plan review and comment.
• Communicate and coordinate regularly with the Director of Facilities Operations, participate in campus committees, and oversee the execution of grounds co‑management agreements.

• Demonstrated knowledge of turf management, local and exotic plant species, general tree and vegetation maintenance, and pest control.
• Proficient in irrigation control, planting strategies for Humboldt County, and safe operation of grounds equipment.
• Ability to coordinate labor resources for a small team (2‑4 people).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and ability to work harmoniously with diverse stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of plan set organization for project review.

• California driver’s license.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a grounds services setting performing similar duties.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience.

• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Experience managing/supervising a larger grounds team (4 or more people).
• Four‑year degree in a related field from an accredited university or college.
• Training experience for new and existing grounds team members.
• Knowledge of Cal Poly Humboldt’s campus exterior grounds.

To apply, submit the following materials electronically:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

The deadline to submit application materials is 11:55 p.m. on January 16, 2026.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at .

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly Humboldt provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. We comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and CSU’s nondiscrimination policy.