Grounds Supervisor - Business Services

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

Business Services provides countywide services through a collaborative partnership of three programs Administration Risk Management andFacility and Construction Management. Facilities maintains county-owned and leased buildings grounds custodial care architectural support for projects and courier services.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The Grounds Supervisor is a working supervisor who plans directs and monitors the grounds maintenance of Marion County leased and owned buildings; ensures properties are safe attractive and well-kept; trains groundskeeping crew on the proper use of chemicals equipment and duties; assists the Facilities Program Manager with grounds related administrative and management functions and adheres to policies practices procedures.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under general supervision of the Facilities Program Manager or designee who outlines operating policies and reviews work for conformance to standards through direct observation and regular meetings. The employee develops procedures for performing their assigned tasks and duties and performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provide general supervision to groundskeeping crew; ensure employees are trained and follow policies and procedures;assign duties to an employee according to specific protocols and procedures check and evaluate work frequently; specific instructions are given for new difficult or unusual assignments. The employee uses initiative to conduct recurring assignments. The supervisor ensures work is technically accurate and in compliance with instructions or established procedures. A supervisor has authority and exercises independent judgment; recommends and participates in the employee action processes: hire promote discipline and grievances.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Hire and train groundskeepers.
2. Prepare weekly Grounds maintenance schedules allocate work and establish performance standards.
3. Meet with Groundskeeping maintenance workers daily to address work order issues and ensure each campus has what is needed to perform optimally. May involve some coordination with Facilities Maintenance workforce.
4. Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
5. Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with county/department policy.
6. Maintain professional working relationships with Maintenance and Groundskeeping workforces.

Daily Operations:

1. Oversee the countywide day-to-day operations of the Grounds maintenance team.
2. Evaluate systems or facilities to determine Grounds maintenance or repairs that need to be performed (sprinklers; removal of snow ice leaves trash general yard and grounds maintenance; etc.).
3. Assess work orders to plan work assignments and project schedules.
4. Ensure Grounds maintenance and repair work are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
5. Establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with coworkers customers other agencies and the public.

Countywide Oversight:

1. Inspect equipment to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
2. Ensure adherence to quality and health standards and safety regulations.
3. Implement and ensure compliance with general access and ADA requirements.
4. Communicate with Department management County personnel lessees regulatory agency personnel and vendors in person via telephone written communication and e-mail.
5. Participate in coordination of projects (e.g. large projects repairs etc.)
6. Analyze and coordinate groundskeeping team services.
7. Contribute to the development of the Grounds Maintenance budget.
8. Provide direction and assistance regarding compliance with department policies and procedures.
9. Establish and maintain a detailed inventory of landscape plantings and develop corresponding seasonal maintenance plans tailored to each campus.

Other Job Functions:

1. Safely operate hand and power tools.
2. Access interpret and input information in computer systems.
3. Interpret Auto Cad drawings construction blueprints and specifications.
4. Assist Facilities employees on projects as requested by Facilities Manager.
5. Communicate between facilities in a timely manner.
6. Respond to a variety of locations as needed.
7. Other duties as assigned by your manager/supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent; AND
2. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in grounds maintenance work including three years of supervisory experience; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work education training or experience relevant to the position as determined by Marion County.

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check including finger printing; however conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County policy can be found at: Response Must be available to perform response duties during an emergency.
• Must possess or obtain within the first six months of hire:
  • Laws & Safety
  • Right-of-Way
  • Ornamental & Turf Categories
• Must possess an Oregon Pesticide Applicator License.
• This assignment is not represented by a union.
• This is a full-time exemptposition which is not eligible for overtime.
• Typical schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.