Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 1 (Head Start, Part-time)
Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 1 (Head Start, Part-time)
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At a Glance!:Are you passionate about creating beautiful and safe outdoor spaces for children to learn and play Lower Columbia College is seeking a dedicatedGrounds & Nursery Services Specialist 1to maintain the grounds and landscapes for our Head Start/ECEAP centers.
In this vital role youll work independently and collaboratively with LCCs Campus Services department ensuring our outdoor environments are always at their best. If you enjoy hands-on work taking pride in your surroundings and contributing to a positive community this could be the perfect fit for you!
This is a part-time position working no more than 75 hours maximum per month with a flexible schedule. This positionis classified as a non-permanent Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 1 under Washington State Classification Specifications.
Apply Early! This position will stay open until filled with an initial application review date of August 4th 2025. To be considered for initial screening please submit an application on or before August 3rd 2025.
The anticipated start date for this position is early August depending on the needs of the role.
Check us out on social mediaFacebook&Instagram!Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
Uses a variety of manual tools and equipment such as rakes hand edgers loppers shovels wheelbarrows weeding forks hoes pruning shears and pesticide sprayers.
Utilizes a range of outdoor power equipment such as mowers trimmers hedgers blowers and weed eaters to efficiently perform landscaping and grounds maintenance duties.
Follow a routine landscaping schedule to meet site needs.
Perform regular weeding of all flower beds and barked areas. This also includes trimming and pruning of bushes and trees to maintain their health and appearance.
Review and prioritize grounds and nursery services related tasks.
Adhere to all standard operating procedures the buildings operational schedule and mandatory safety regulations while performing work.
Conduct weekly site visits to Head Start/ECEAP program locations as per a predefined schedule identifying preventative grounds and nursery service requirements and completing necessary items.
Utilize personal or program vehicles to/from sites to pick up needed materials and to complete work order requests.
Plants transplants trims and waters plants trees flowers lawns and shrubs.
Other related duties as required.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills effort work conditions and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Valid Drivers License. Excellent communication and time management skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Experience in maintenance/ custodial field. - Ability to perform tasks around children from infancy to age five while ensuring safety and appropriate interactions/boundaries.
- Previous experience or training involving grounds maintenance gardening plant care cultivation and landscape installation.
Supplemental Information
How to apply:
An online application must be completed for consideration. Click Apply at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
Cover letter(letter of interest)
Resume
References - please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor
Upon request accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.
Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture please call our Human Resources office at or email us directly at.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin citizenship or immigration status age perceived or actual physical or mental disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status creed religion honorably discharged veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington States Law Against Discrimination Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX access equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague Vice President of Foundation HR & Legal Affairs 1600 Maple Street PO Box 3010 Longview WA 98632 Phone number Phone number/TTY .
Learn more on ourNon-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.
The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visitAbout Title IX.
The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998 and as a part of the Colleges commitment to safety and security on campus Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues the required statistics and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia Colleges Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at Regarding Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers or professional association. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Mission Vision & Values
Our Mission Vision & Values define our reason for being and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCCs Mission Vision & Values see ourStrategic Plan.
Conditions of Employment
If you are hired you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
After working 350 hours in a 12-month period this position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.
The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
Anticipated Start Date
LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
