Grounds Supervisor I Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution at North Carolina Dept of Environmental Quality

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

57117.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticultural Practices, Grounds Upkeep, Mechanical Repairs, Supervision, Effective Working Relationships

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Agency Adult Correction Division Operations Job Classification Title Grounds Supervisor I (S) Position Number 60064337 Grade NC05 About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Salary Range: $32639-$57117 This position is located at Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution in Avery County, NC. This is skilled supervisory work in the upkeep of lawns and grounds surrounding state institutions or buildings. Positions furnish technical guidance and supervision to grounds crews engaged in the construction, modification, and general upkeep of grounds areas. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Management Preferences: Considerable knowledge of the horticultural practices and techniques applicable to the layout and upkeep of formal gardens and grounds. Considerable knowledge of ornamental shrubs, plants, and flowers and their uses in landscape work. Ability to adjust and make minor mechanical repairs to equipment such as tractors, mowers, disks, and rakes. Ability to supervise and maintain effective working relationships with crew and other grounds personnel. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC05. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of progressive experience in grounds upkeep; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Misty Carver Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.

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Responsibilities

This position involves skilled supervisory work in the upkeep of lawns and grounds surrounding state institutions. The role includes providing technical guidance and supervision to grounds crews engaged in construction, modification, and general upkeep of grounds areas.