Landscape Zone Manager

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus's physical environment supports the university's mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community! As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: * Medical, Dental, and Vision * Flexible Spending Account * Retirement Programs * Disability Plans * Life Insurance * Accident Plan * Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs * 12 Holidays Each Year * Tuition and Academic Assistance * And so much more! Essential Job Duties The Landscape Zone Manager (LZM) plays a critical leadership role in overseeing landscape maintenance and operations across campus. This position provides direction and supervision to a team of 15+ staff members, ensuring the campus grounds, turf, and horticultural elements are maintained to the highest standards. The LZM will ensure the campus remains accessible and safe during all weather conditions, while also fostering staff development through training and performance management. The role collaborates with university leadership on sustainability initiatives, manages inclement weather responses, and contributes to innovative landscape practices and technologies. This is a dynamic role offering opportunities for professional growth in an environment that values sustainability and excellence. Join us in shaping and maintaining a beautiful, safe, and sustainable campus. Key responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: * Coordinate landscape, turf, and horticultural maintenance programs to ensure campus aesthetics and functionality * Ensure campus accessibility and safety by managing operations during all weather conditions, including debris removal and walkway clearing, while providing timely updates to campus partners * Supervise staff performance, conduct performance appraisals, manage disciplinary actions, and support employee development initiatives * Collaborate with the Landscape Field Lead and implement cutting-edge technologies and best practices in landscape maintenance to align goals with campus needs and sustainability initiatives * Manage equipment, resources, and materials, providing input on purchases to support complex work assignments * Pursue continuing education and serve as a technical resource, sharing new knowledge and best practices with staff * Develop plans for sustainability in landscape maintenance, including reducing chemical usage in favor of environmentally friendly alternatives * Prepare cost estimates, manage work orders, and coordinate with the Planning team for requisitions and project execution * Organize and plan landscape and grounds maintenance for campus events, ensuring proper equipment and labor resources are available * Engage in financial planning by preparing budgets, managing labor costs, and making informed financial decisions on landscape maintenance needs * Foster a collaborative, safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety standards, OSHA, EPA regulations, and university guidelines, while maintaining and enforcing safety protocols through regular inspections of work areas and equipment * Drive continuous improvement through the establishment of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to meet customer and departmental goals * Maintain and enforce safety and hazardous materials protocols, conducting regular inspections of work areas and equipment Other Responsibilities * This position is designated as a critical role and is deemed essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be closed to normal operations or operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor * Support hiring processes, conduct interviews, provide salary recommendations, and oversee staffing levels to meet operational demands * Special projects as assigned or required by leadership as well as unanticipated duties and responsibilities necessary for the job position, including landscape design and planning. Performs studies and cost analysis for funded and/or new construction landscaping projects as directed. Creates reports for various administrative needs Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience * High School Diploma or equivalency and four years of experience in the area of assignment, of which two years are supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience Other Required Qualifications * Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters * Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance and turf * Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations Preferred Qualifications * Experience in grounds maintenance and turf management, supervisory roles, budget preparation, research, communication through various media, and delivering presentations Required License(s) or Certification(s) * Valid Driver's License Required * North Carolina Driver's License required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License required No

Created: 2024-10-22