Landscape Manager (Administrator I)

at  California State University

Job no: 540835
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to and under general direction of the Director of Facilities Operations, the Landscaping Manager provides guidance for the University’s landscape program, and supervises both staff and student personnel. The incumbent is responsible for establishing work rules, work area assignments, safety training and providing leadership to support other aspects of personnel management including approving time and attendance and partnering with Human Resources to support workers’ compensation and leave administration. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the landscape care of 164 acres, encompassing athletic fields, open lawn/event areas, parking lots and roads, academic/office buildings and residential life landscape areas, and respect for natural reserve campus areas. The incumbent provides management and guidance, routinely acting as a liaison between the campus community, including but not limited to students, staff, faculty and visitors, and the Facilities Management department and its team.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in landscaping management, along with 2 to 3 years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Campus experience is preferred. Familiarity with California plant species that are native to the area, drought tolerant, with minimal maintenance care highly preferred. Possession of California Department of Pesticide Regulation’s Qualified Applicator’s License (QAL/QC) preferred. Familiarity with Maxicom Irrigation Control Software. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, computerized maintenance management system and PeopleSoft preferred. The incumbent must possess and/or obtain and thereafter maintain a California Driver’s License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate.

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