Weston Public Schools - Weston, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Overview

The Weston Public Schools is seeking to hire a Head Groundsperson. The Head Groundsperson is a working foreman who maintains and improves outdoor sports surfaces and landscapes to ensure they are safe, high-quality and visually appealing. They lead the grounds crew and operate machinery in scheduled maintenance tasks such as pruning, mowing, fertilizing and aeration. They also perform seasonal activities such as spring and fall cleanup and snow removal. This role reports on a day-to-day basis to the Field and Grounds Coordinator. This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, exclusive of a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

About the Weston Public Schools

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 2,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary, desegregation program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 166 students (K-12).

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
• Maintaining athletic fields, roadways, plowing, caring for turf, trees, shrubs, repair and preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Must respond to weather emergencies or athletic/town events as needed.
• The ability to lift and transport school property, supplies and athletic equipment between schools and/or town buildings.
• Prepare and mark athletic fields to required standards
• Prepare and apply traffic markings to paved surfaces per specifications
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Two years or more experience in the supervision of groundspersons.
• Knowledge of the tools and techniques and their application for landscaping and athletic field maintenance.
• Grasp of the basic maintenance and operation of irrigation systems.
• Ability to train and supervise staff in groundskeeping and safety practices
• Knowledge and experience with water conservation practices.
• Employment is contingent upon the possession of, or the ability to obtain a hoisting license within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Perform all duties performed by groundspersons in all other categories.
• Demonstrate ability to handle a number of demands at one time.
• Establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, other school system employees, the public, and other town departments using the grounds and athletic fields.
• Must perform moderately heavy work.
• Operate all grounds equipment necessary for maintenance and preventative maintenance.
• Setup specifications for grounds maintenance program.
• Train personnel.
• Prepare daily reports and other logs; overseeing weekly distribution of overtime.
• Submit inspection reports, as necessary.
• Inspect the grounds for maintenance and security.
• Deal with emergency situations.
• Employ sustainable practices as directed
• Properly use a variety of grounds equipment and supplies; maintain inventory and prepare requisitions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of best practices and long and short teRM plans.
• Proficiently use computerized maintenance systems including daily updating of work orders to keep records accurate.
• Perform all other duties as requested by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand and/or perform repetitive laborious tasks for extended periods. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak and hear, and use hands to operate equipment. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents and to use a computer. Must be able to the lift 70 pounds.

Compensation

The compensation for the Head Groundsperson will be $29.11 - $32.66 per hour. Additionally, the Weston Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer sponsored health insurance, paid time off, and the ability to participate in the Middlesex County Retirement System.

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Athletic Maintenance Field Tech Split 1st Shift, Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm

An experienced, energetic athletic maintenance staff member will report to the Supervisor, Fields, Athletic Maintenance. He or she will need to provide Boston College Athletics and the public with clean and safe athletic facilities and playing surfaces.

Duties include but are not limited to: highly maintained natural grass surfaces, spraying and spreading fertilizer and plant protectants with spray rig and or spreaders, irrigation systems repair, field marking and painting, synthetic playing surfaces, stadium maintenance, maintenance of assigned surrounding landscapes, walks, parking lots and planting beds. Maintenance of outdoor recreation areas; tennis and basketball courts and arena maintenance including: rink, basketball floor, function set ups and breakdown. The Athletic Maintenance department supports many University events including: commencement, masses, tailgating events, alumni weekend, concerts/live performances and other functions.

Daily tasks include but are not limited to: trashing, blowing, mowing, string trimming, field painting, sweeping, raking, shoveling, tamping, carrying 50 lb. bags over long distances, measuring, cleaning, pushing spreaders for a long duration of time, climbing ladders, light mechanics, weeding, general maintenance work or any other work assigned by the manager.

Maintain assigned common areas, natural and artificial grass playing surfaces. Safely operate golf carts, tractors, Toolcats, skid steers, mowers, blowers, aerators, utility vehicles, forklifts, top dressers, infield groomers, sprayers and spreaders.

Applicants must have the ability to operate field maintenance equipment: mowers, aerators, spreaders, sprayers, tractors, golf carts.

Show strong skills, in reading diagrams, as well as written and verbal communication. Must have proven ability to work and communicate well with Athletic Maintenance staff and others, such as: Athletics Department, BC Facilities Services staff, students, athletes, coaches and contracted vendors. Must be able to work on their own and with others on projects and tasks with sensitive timelines. Must be able to work in extreme cold and hot weather.

Successful candidates will be primarily assigned to athletic fields but may be required to support and contribute to arena and rink maintenance from time to time.

Required

• *Must have current Massachusetts driver’s license
• *Must have current Massachusetts applicator pesticides license
• *Must be able to obtain Massachusetts 2A hoisting license within 6 months of hire

Preferred:

• *Minimum 1+ years working in golf or athletic turf
• *2 or 4 year degree in Turfgrass or related field (i.e. horticulture)
• *Current Restricted Pesticide License
• *Safely operate turf maintenance equipment vehicles and snow removal machinery
• *Experience in maintaining and repairing a block irrigation system and irrigation controllers
• *Experience in the operation of field marking / painting and field layout
• *Maintenance and operation of reel type mowers both walk behind and ride on
• *Proven experience in maintenance of highly maintained turfgrass playing
• surfaces including; baseball fields, football fields, softball fields
• *Strong mechanical skills and troubleshooting skills are highly preferred
• *Experience in the maintenance and operation of ice rinks and resurfacing equipment

Pay $33.04/ph -$35.61/ph

This position is eligible for overtime pay

Please apply at the Boston College Human Resources site:

Please attach a current resume where prompted on the site…..see link below.

https://bc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home?c=bc&cfdd[0][id]=10&cfdd[0][options][0]=12

• Position: Working Supervisor
• Department: Parks, Recreation and Culture: Park Maintenance
• Salary Range: W-12 $27.83 – $33.76 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

The Framingham Parks Maintenance Department is responsible for maintaining over 500 acres of Parks Department properties and 14 buildings, including 16 tennis courts, 8 outdoor basketball courts, 25 playgrounds, a skate park, an outdoor dog park, over 50 sports fields, 3 beaches, a bocce court and indoor skating arena. Some of these properties include: City Hall, Bowditch Field Athletic and Cultural Complex, Butterworth Park, Cushing Memorial Park, Farm Pond Park, Loring Arena, Mary Dennison Park and Victory Field.

For more information, please see our website.

• • This position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Framingham and LIUNA, Local 1156 Parks, Recreation and Culture Union.
• • Position will remain open until filled.
• • The City of Framingham offers a robust benefits package and is an eligible employer for the Federal Student Aid Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• • We seek to hire a candidate who shares our commitment to Framingham and values civility, collegiality and working in a coordinated team environment to serve the City of Framingham.
• • The City of Framingham is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to municipality and community-wide excellence in the City of Framingham.
• • The City of Framingham is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Purpose:

Supports and manages the Park and Recreation maintenance program daily. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control and performing all other related work as required.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

1. Supervises and leads crews, including volunteer groups, to accomplish daily assignments assigned by Construction Supervisors or the Superintendent.

2. Responsible for completing assigned work using available staff, methods, materials, and equipment.

3. The employee monitors and evaluates sites for needed maintenance and improvements. While working at properties and facilities under the care and control of the Department, documents and communicates to the Superintendent and other supervisors any area of deficiency or any safety issues as they become apparent.

4. Completes work in an effective, safe, and efficient manner. Makes recommendations on the same.

5. Ability to operate various vehicles, trucks, and equipment.

6. Keeps assigned equipment in good working order. Reports and documents any deficiencies to supervisors.Page 2, RFP 26-039-01

7. Leads maintenance and upkeep efforts for associated areas, including inspection of current conditions.

8. Conducts safety checks and maintenance checks at all locations.

9. Ensures adherence to work day shift schedules.

10. Able to work various assigned shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as unscheduled emergency work and scheduled overtime.

11. Work is regularly performed in prevailing weather conditions, including unscheduled emergency work.

12. Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

13. Performs all other work as assigned by departmental supervisors.

Qualifications:

• • Must have a high school or vocational school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• • At least three years of experience in a wide variety of park maintenance-type work
• • Must possess a Massachusetts’ Class B CDL license and a good driving record
• • OSHA 10 certification preferred
• • Possess a Massachusetts Department of Public Safety Hoisting Engineers License 2B or better
• • Must be able to pass MA CORI/SORI background checks
• • Must have basic working knowledge of park-type maintenance, carpentry, construction work, landscaping, and preventive maintenance
• • Satisfactory results of a pre-employment physical and substance screening
• • Preference will be given to candidates familiar with municipal park maintenance protocols, operations, and equipment
• • Must be courteous, tactful, and diplomatic

• Must possess the ability to:

• o Comply with City and Department policies and procedures
• o Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the general public
• o Communicate effectively
• o Work under department supervision as part of a team
• o Work independently to carry out assigned work
• o Work under varying weather conditions

The City of Framingham will consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements:

• Subject to random drug testing in accordance with City of Framingham policies and DOT requirements.

Supervision Received:

Works under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Superintendent and Construction Supervisors as part of the overall Park Maintenance service delivery team. Working Supervisors are required to perform a variety of supervisory responsibilities in addition to skilled and manual labor. Working Supervisors are expected to effectively communicate with the Superintendent and Construction Supervisors daily concerning the status of their assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Individually and as part of a team, the employee must regularly supervise departmental employees of a lower pay grade and classification. Working Supervisors lead by example and are expected to exercise sound judgment and initiative in completing objectives and assignments. This position is responsible for all maintenance programs that the Department is responsible for as they relate to city-wide facilities under the responsibility of the Parks Department.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:Page 3, RFP 26-039-01

The employee is subject to rigorous physical demands in order to accomplish job responsibilities. Work in this position requires frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, moving, or carrying up to 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.

Employees must be able to regularly alternate between sitting, stooping, walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, and pulling in order to effectively carry out daily assignments.

Motor skills:

The position requires the employee to have appropriate motor skills to carry out essential duties and other job-related responsibilities, including operating vehicles, motorized equipment, power tools, hand tools, computers, etc.

Visual Demands:

Employees must be able to read written instructions and operations manuals, in addition to possessing clear near and distance vision, in order to ensure the appropriate safety of surrounding employees and the general public while safely operating vehicles and equipment in varied surroundings.

Work Environment:

• • Work is performed under typical landscaping conditions; the work environment is moderately noisy.
• • Operates an automobile, computer, calculator, telephone, copier, fax machine, and other standard office equipment.
• • Interacts with other City Departments, businesses, the general public, and City officials.
• • Employees must be appropriately attired, present an appropriate image, and be accessible to the general public while carrying out daily work responsibilities.
• • Employee performs primary and other job-related duties during widely varied shifts, primarily outdoors and subject to prevailing weather conditions.
• • Employees may be exposed to vehicle and equipment-related noise or a combination of unpleasant elements such as odors, loud noises, biohazards, traffic, electricity, toxins or fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt, or grease.
• • Errors in judgment could result in hardship to the City’s citizens, lower community service standards, monetary loss or legal repercussions, and possible negative public relations for the Department and the City.

Occupational Risk:

Risk exposure is similar to that in a park maintenance setting.

Confidentiality:

The employee does not have access to confidential information obtained during the performance of regular position responsibilities in accordance with the State Public Records Law. The Working Supervisor will be expected to maintain confidentiality as it relates to employees under their supervision.

Accountability:

Consequences of errors, missed deadlines, or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, missed deadlines, labor/materials costs, and jeopardized department programs. Judgment:

Work requires the employee to examine, analyze, and evaluate facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations, or transactions and determine actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practices. Guidelines include many policies, practices, and precedents, which may sometimes be conflicting.

Independent judgment is used to analyze specific situations to determine appropriate actions.

Complexity:

Work consists of the practical application of various concepts, practices, and specialized techniques relating to performing maintenance techniques. Assignments typically involve evaluating and interpreting factors, conditions, or unusual circumstances; inspecting, testing, or evaluating compliance with established standards or criteria;

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gathering, analyzing, and evaluating facts or data using specialized fact-finding techniques; or determining the methods to accomplish the work.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact:

Employees interact with co-workers, the public, and external contacts such as vendors doing business with the Department to explain or interpret procedures or guidelines, plan or coordinate work, or resolve problems. More than ordinary courtesy, tact, and diplomacy may be required to attempt to resolve complaints or to deal with uncooperative persons.

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and Employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

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• Position: Medium Equipment Operator III
• Department: Salary: Schedule: Parks & Recreation: Park Maintenance
• Full Range: W8 $23.88 - $28.95 per hour
• Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
• Overtime and varied shifts as needed

This position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Framingham and LIUNA, Local 1156 Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Union.

• • Position will remain open until filled.
• • The City of Framingham offers a robust benefits package and is an eligible employer for the Federal
• Student Aid Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• • We seek to hire a candidate who shares our commitment to Framingham and values civility, collegiality
• and working in a coordinated team environment to serve the City of Framingham.
• • The City of Framingham is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to municipality and community-wide excellence in the City of Framingham.
• • The City of Framingham is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Framingham’s Parks Maintenance Department is responsible for maintaining over 500 acres of Parks Department properties and 14 buildings. Some of these properties include:

• Dog Park
• Playgrounds
• Tennis and basketball courts
• Trails
• Skate Park
• Pickleball Courts
• Athletic fields
• Bathhouses
• Beaches
• Bocce Court

Position Purpose:

Works under the general supervision of the Park Maintenance Superintendent or their designee. Operates machines and heavy equipment of a higher complexity for park maintenance, repair, and construction. Evaluates and maintains department-owned, borrowed, and rented equipment. Operates equipment toward the desired outcome in a safe and efficient manner.

Due to the importance of emergency response during the winter weather events, vacation usage is restricted from December 1st to April 1st each year.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

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• • Safely and effectively operate equipment associated with park maintenance and construction including, front end loaders, backhoes, tractors, large wing mowers, skid-steers, rollers, trenchers, and other assorted park-related equipment toward their intended purposes.
• • Must have full knowledge of all power attachments, their workings, and their effective, efficient, and safe use.
• • Must be able to use all types of power equipment and attachments for effective results.
• • Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on all equipment and power equipment and attachments.
• • Responsible for reporting more difficult repairs and other needed maintenance to appropriate personnel.
• • Must be physically able to assist with the department’s heavy labor demands when needed. This includes raking, shoveling, mowing, leaf removal, trash removal, sports field maintenance, snow removal, and lifting heavy objects.
• • Must be able to work under department supervision as part of a team.
• • Must be able to work independently to carry out assigned work.
• • Should be able to make independent judgments and decisions as it relates to assigned work.
• • Assists in snow removal as required and scheduled.
• • Must be able to work varying shifts as required and work under varying weather conditions.
• • Must demonstrate and show a desire for professional improvement and possess a positive attitude in the work environment.
• • May be assigned to work at other City departments performing various job duties.

Qualifications:

• • Graduation from a standard high school course, vocational school or General Equivalency Diploma plus and
• • At least of 2 years of paid experience in operating medium equipment as described above
• • A hoisting engineer license under Mass General Laws, Chapter 146, section 53D, with an endorsement of 2B or better.
• • Must have a Mass Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) under Chapter 90, Section 8 or obtain one within 6 months of employment.
• • Possession and maintenance of a License to operate a motor vehicle as provided under Chapter 90, Section 8 of the Massachusetts General Laws with class C license.
• • A satisfactory driving record.
• • Satisfactory results of a MA CORI/SORI background check.
• • Satisfactory results of a pre-employment substance screening and physical.

An equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to indicate the aptitude and ability to do the work safely and efficiently may be accepted.

Special Requirements:

• Subject to random drug testing in accordance with City of Framingham policies and DOT requirements.

Must possess the ability to:

• • Comply with City and Department policies and procedures.
• • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the general public.
• • Communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• • Ability to perform physical work as needed.
• • Climbing, kneeling, balancing, stooping, bending and crouching.
• • Frequently lift, push, pull, move or carry up to 30 lbs.
• • Occasionally lift, push, pull, move and carry up to 100 lbs.

Page 3, RFP 26-040-01Work Environment:

Employees must be appropriately attired, present an appropriate image, and be accessible to the general public

while carrying out daily work responsibilities. Employee performs primary and other job-related duties during widely

varied shifts, primarily outdoors and subject to prevailing weather conditions. Employees may be exposed to vehicle

and equipment-related noise or a combination of unpleasant elements such as odors, loud noises, biohazards, traffic,

electricity, toxins or fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt, or grease.

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and Employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

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Horticultural and Landscape Supervisor

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date	10/09/2025
Initial Application Review	30 days
Application Review date	11/09/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	0406100
Position Title	Horticultural and Landscape Supervisor
Department	Grounds Services
Organizational Division	FOM
Hiring Range Minimum	$83,500
Hiring Range Maximum	$104,400
Salary Estimate Range
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
DCLWU Level	Not a DCLWU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Location of Position	Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?	Onsite only
Functional Category	TRAD – Trades and Skilled labor, ADMN – General Administration
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	NA
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Is this a Union Position? If so, please specify which union	Not a Union Position
Position Purpose	Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Horticultural and Landscape Supervisor exercises responsibility for the daily and seasonal duties for work in the Grounds Services Department relating to the campus landscape, primarily in the areas of athletic field maintenance, campus turf, shrubs, tree care and irrigation systems. The quality of service provided by the Grounds Services Department has an important impact on the entire Dartmouth community. A healthy and attractive landscape contributes to Dartmouth’s recruiting efforts and retention of students, faculty, and administrators. An integral member of the Facilities Operations team, this individual works closely with and supports facilities managers in the Real Estate Office (REO), Dartmouth College Athletic Department (DCAD), professional schools, Residential Operations, and other College organizations. Dartmouth’s facilities include over 6 million square feet of space in 165 buildings and 200+ acres of grounds including walks, drives, lawns, turf, athletic fields, trees, shrubs, and perennials. These facilities serve over 6,000 students and 4,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.
Additional Search Words	#CampusServices
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Associates plus 5+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticultural science, forestry, or similar field. Five (5) years of experience in grounds maintenance and management which must include staff leadership responsibilities, budget responsibilities, and demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge of grounds maintenance operations including basic landscaping, horticulture, grounds keeping methods related to turf, shrubs, and urban forest management. Knowledge of and ability to supervise pesticide and herbicide applications. NH Supervisory Pesticide Licenses in shade, tree, ornamental, turf and right of way required or ability to obtain license within 1 year of hiring date. Knowledge of safe operation of vehicles and equipment used to maintain grounds. Experience in estimating, scheduling, and managing multiple tasks/projects at once required. Ability to communicate effectively with direct reports, college personnel and outside contractors required. Must be able to give and follow verbal and written assignments as necessary and to appropriately delegate tasks. Willingness to serve on call during emergencies. A significant amount of after hour time is required for snow removal operations, events, and emergency response. Computer literacy and familiarity with standard business-related software required. Must hold a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Identified hire name
Schedule
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Campus Services HR
Department Contact Phone Number	6-3323
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Douglas Cosentino, Senior Director Grounds Services
Department Contact's Phone Number
Department Contact Name for Background Check	Campus Services HR
Choose Type of Background check	Standard - Regular
Talent Acquisition Consultant	Celia Johnson
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Pass Message	Thank you for your interest in this position. The screening and selection process is currently underway and will continue until a successful candidate is chosen. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.
Fail Message	Thank you for your interest in this position. Based on your responses to the questions on the employment application, you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please do not let this discourage you from applying for other positions that interest you.
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83255
Signature Name for Emails
Effective Date	09/2025
Hiring Manager

Historical Key Accountabilities

Historical Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities

Description

Team Leadership and Performance Management Effectively supervise daily performance of assigned grounds services staff and find ways to maximize individual and team contributions by supporting teamwork and collaboration to drive service-delivery excellence, including partnering with other department supervisors to ensure work is coordinated through completion. Schedule coverage for snow removal operations of camps roads, parking lots, sidewalks and steps. Collaborate with other Supervisors to identify cross-department opportunities to innovate and continuously improve, including implementation of facility management best practices and innovations to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency, and increase productivity. Provide direction and support to direct reports of grounds services staff (including performance management, coaching, and development). Confidently navigate conflict to build greater trust among team members, managers and other Dartmouth College partners. Serve as the point of escalation for risks or issues and develop mitigation strategies; escalate accordingly to other FO&M leadership. Actively manage resource scheduling and assignments to drive operational efficiency and identify training and development requirements and opportunities for new and existing staff. Leverage verbal, visual and written communication skills to effectively convey messages throughout the organization.

Percentage Of Time

40

Description

Customer Service and Relationship Management Engage in high level of customer service and relationship management. Respond to customer concerns promptly and with a courteous and enthusiastic demeanor. Including building relationships with customers to proactively understand needs and identify issues. Manage 3rd party vendors and ensure delivery of services and outcomes meet or exceed customer expectations. Serve as a point of escalation for customers for issues with work order completion; take necessary measures to address issues or escalate to FO&M leadership.

Percentage Of Time

20

Description

Grounds Service Delivery Advocate for a safe work environment and ensure work is completed in accordance with all applicable standards, requirements, and laws (OSHA, state/federal, local, regional, etc.) Using best practices, and work order management system, report out on KPIs / SLAs and incorporate them into daily operations. Delivery of best-in-class horticulture and landscape program via preventative maintenance programs, quality assurance programs and maintenance of critical equipment and systems. Ensure work order completion and identify issues or risks to timely completion with the assigned staff and develop strategies to mitigate risks. Provide expertise and guidance to staff as required.

Percentage Of Time

25

Description

Planning and Budgeting Ensure horticulture and landscape considerations are made during capital projects and to assist in the development and implementation of the annual maintenance plan. Work with Senior Director and Campus Services financial services staff to ensure appropriate fiscal, procurement, and resource administration within areas of responsibility. Manage operating expense budget for assigned portfolio and advise of any variances, including identifying opportunities for cost savings. Responsible for contract management and compliance with third party vendors.

Percentage Of Time

5

Description

Culture and Employee Belonging We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers. Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect) Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College

Percentage Of Time

10

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--	Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
--	Performs other duties as assigned