• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

Position Summary

The Manager for Grounds and Waste Management is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and management of existing turf and planting areas at the Morningside Campus. An expert in urban university plant care, the Manager ensures high-quality lawn and landscape upkeep, along with efficient sanitation and recycling programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care of lawns and landscapes, ensuring compliance with New York City and State regulations and codes.
• Oversee waste and recycling management, as well as the snow removal strategy for the entire campus.
• Assign and supervise daily tasks performed by the Grounds and Waste Management staff.
• Review staff performance and manage departmental record-keeping, including payroll, overtime, and purchasing.
• Establish and maintain standards, policies, and procedures for staff work, ensuring adherence to University standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the NYDOS and assist with special events on campus.
• Work closely with the Director of Custodial Services to manage all waste routines.
• Support and manage special events on campus.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in grounds management.
• Horticultural and/or agronomic training required.
• Certificate from a two-year horticultural program required.
• NYC certified pesticide applicator required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts, including availability for weather-related emergencies (e.g., snow), weekends, and holidays.
• Demonstrated experience in general administration, including fiscal responsibility, workflow, resource and inventory management, and personnel development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of plant care in an urban university environment.
• Expertise in long-term landscape development and habitat protection.

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