Landscape​/Horticulture Supervisor

The incumbent will oversee campus grounds and landscape maintenance, including equipment, budgeting, procurement, and staff supervision. Plans and coordinates snow and ice removal operations.

Salary $57,886

Classification Information

Classification Title

Job Code

Job Code 7013 (FT), 7513 (PT)

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Position Pay Grade

Position Pay Grade B/C 15

Position Type

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for managing, developing, and coordinating maintenance and beautification programs for campus grounds and complexes.

Nature and Scope

A class incumbent typically reports to the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds and is responsible for preparing and controlling a budget, and purchasing equipment, tools, and supplies. Incumbent also coordinates landscape preservation activities, and plans and designs specifications for landscape development and maintenance programs. A significant aspect of the work in this class includes management and supervision of staff, determining and providing staff training, and recordkeeping.

Principal Accountabilities

An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and management.

Knowledge of principles and practices of plant science, ornamental horticulture, and arboriculture.

Knowledge of landscape design and current landscape methods and techniques.

Knowledge of pesticides and herbicides used in controlling weeds, grass growth, insect infestation, and methods of application.

Knowledge of technical methods and application involving all aspects of landscape and grounds maintenance.

Knowledge of tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance and landscaping.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of plant science, ornamental horticulture, and arboriculture.

Skill in planning, designing, and implementing landscaping programs and projects.

Skill in estimating costs for landscaping and grounds maintenance projects.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, staff members, and the public.

Ability to plan grounds maintenance programs and schedules.

Ability to determine and assign work priorities in the landscaping fields.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of relevant experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience.

Posting Number

Posting Number REG
5148PO

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 08/12/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/26/2026

Open Until Filled No

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts

• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Multi Media
• First Letter of Reference
• Second Letter of Reference
• Certificates

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