Director of Grounds

Job Summary:

The Director of Grounds will oversee the grounds and related SLUH properties.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Groundskeeper

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Inspects school grounds and related properties on a regular basis in order to determine that high standards of workmanship, cleanliness and safety are maintained by grounds personnel.
• Coordinates and designs all landscaping activities and ornamental plantings on campus and related properties.
• Recommends and orders purchase of necessary grounds equipment and supplies.
• Receives, stores and issues grounds materials, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains equipment and service records on all equipment.
• Directs use of grounds equipment as well as use and safety procedures.
• Supervises daily work assignments for grounds employees involving snow and leaf removal, grounds maintenance and grass cutting.
• Coordinates all field irrigation and maintenance and striping on school fields and Compton-Drew Field.
• Evaluates continuation/cancellation of after school events due to inclement weather.
• Develops field care programs for seeding, fertilizing, aerating and weed control.
• Oversees field maintenance and related activities on school-used fields at Forest Park.
• Assists Director of Facilities in planning and reviewing annual department budget.
• Attends weekly meetings with and compiles reports for the Director of Facilities.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, staff and community members.
• Observe and report violations of safety and health codes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Demonstrate problem solving and responsible decision-making skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments.
• Knowledge of security procedures and safety operations of motor vehicle.
• Excellent time management skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of experience 
• Valid driver's license

 Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods driving, sitting, walking, standing, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling.
• Must be physically able to operate power equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

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