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Under the direction of the Facilities Management and Planning Director, the Grounds Manager is responsible for the cleanliness, appearance and working environment of over 220 acres of campus grounds. This position provides management of grounds supervisors and staff, which includes hiring, training, evaluation, and retention issues. Provide leadership to subordinates in planning, establishing and maintaining the highest achievable grounds programs commensurate with the resources made available. Manage all grounds planning and resources; Human Resources: Responsible for hiring, training, retaining staff, motivating subordinates; delegation of duties; effective use of human resources,EEOand AA. Fiscal management: Operate within authorized budget; evaluate fiscal needs, establishing priority spending, creating effective cost controls; generally managing the fiscal resources in a prudent manner. Plans, develops, prioritizes, and manages efficient, and economical grounds maintenance tasks in accord with the seasonal calendar, the University calendar, and with current weather conditions to assure that ascertained levels of appearance, plant health, cleanliness, and public safety are attained on a daily basis. Survey sites and assist in actual project layout. Provide specific plant care, shrubs and trees, to include arbor work and soil improvement. Mow grass areas. Maintain flower beds. Propagate plants. Trim tree branches. Monitor details of a project area and complete work assignments on projects. Operate heavy and light landscape equipment. Remove snow and ice. Apply sand, salt, and ice melt. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five years experience in landscape maintenance or commercial landscape and three years supervisory experience. Valid Nebraska drivers license (within 6 months of hire). Working knowledge of equipment and job functions of a landscaping and grounds operation. Good oral, writing and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ten years experience in landscape maintenance or commercial landscape and five years supervisory experience. HOW TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, please submit all application materials before review date June 10, 2024. Questions regarding the position can be submitted to Michael Cremers at cremersmr@unk.edu .Questions regarding the application process can be directed to 308-865-8615 AA/EO/ADA www.unk.edu. For more information and to apply visit UNK Employment Opportunities. SALARY AND BENEFITS: With contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate. Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, ADandD Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care. The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity. The University of Nebraska at Kearney, serving over 6,000 students, is one of four University of Nebraska campuses. Established in 1905, the University has a tradition of emphasis in scholarly teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in a variety of disciplines. Kearney, a progressive city of over 33,000, is the educational, medical, cultural, commercial, and agricultural center of a large mid-state area. http://www.unk.edu/. The University of Nebraska at Kearney is responsive to Un versity issues which support a diverse work and academic environment. The University of Nebraska at Kearney does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. This policy is applicable to all University administered programs including educational programs, financial aid, admission policies and employment policies. UNK is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. The University affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities, affirmative action in employment and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. University employees, students and others associated with the University who have not received the benefits of these policies, are encouraged to contact the Chief Compliance Officer/ADA Coordinator. For a copy of the University of Nebraska at Kearney's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Police and Parking Services or visit the website: http://www.unk.edu/annualsecurityreport