Landscape and Grounds Operations Manager (0390U), Facilities Services
Company: University of California-Berkeley
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: November 18, 2023
Job Description:
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to
creating a community that fosters equity of experience and
opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all
backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of
openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for
students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley,
is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education,
distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized
academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it
provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission
and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the
California experience, animated by such values as innovation,
questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and
nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual
renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and
social value in California, the United States and the world.We are
looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full
diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and
understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural,
disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic
backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at
Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and
equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a
matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among
faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding
whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly
encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding
Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our
Strategic Plan.At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a
fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the
Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their
full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our
staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per
year to engage in professional development activities. To find out
more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit
grow.berkeley.edu.Departmental OverviewFacilities Services works to
maintain a campus-built environment that is conducive to teaching,
learning and research. We strive to continuously improve the campus
in partnership with all members of the campus community.Application
Review DateThe First Review Date for this job is: October 27,
2023Responsibilities
Provides administrative and
leadership direction in overseeing and maintaining the grounds,
landscaping, Integrated Pest Management, Garage Maintenance and
arboriculture program.The Grounds Manager provides administrative
and leadership direction in overseeing and maintaining facilities
vehicles, encompassing a fleet of vehicles, including cars, trucks,
golf and utility carts, heavy duty trucks and tractors for use in
grounds.The manager oversees and provides work management direction
for related job tasks, including grounds, garage, and arboriculture
maintenance schedules, frequencies, and equipment types used as
well as the activation and deactivation of equipment; communicates
and meets routinely with Facilities Management - Campus, Utilities,
and Capital Projects Managers to define and prioritize needs in
accordance with the planning, designing, and implementation of the
University's Landscape Master Plan.Creates long and short terms
strategies in the planning, organizing and direction of the
department routine landscape/grounds keeping, irrigation, and pest
control operations.Oversees and the supervision and training of
landscape/grounds keeping, irrigation, and pest control staff to
maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient cleaning operation.
Requires knowledge in the care and use of power equipment.Directly
manages superintendents and staff support personnel; leads a
'Safety First' work culture; ensures compliance with all safe
operating procedures and standards and ensures departmental
compliance, including contractors, with all federal and state
statutory codes and regulations as well as safety and environmental
regulations.Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to be
measured to ensure customer requirements are met or exceeded in
accordance with established procedures, processes, and schedules;
utilizes established systems to ensure grounds and equipment
maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks, schedules, and
completions are monitored for compliance with requirements and
communicated directly with staff members.Collaborates with
superintendent and supervisors to ensure accurate and complete
information is provided regarding daily work performed, time to
perform, parts and equipment used, etc.; analyzes information, uses
logic, and develops new ideas and answers to address work-related
issues and/or problems; and executes priorities in order to improve
response time and facility/equipment reliability.Oversees fiscal
responsibilities associated with funded projects, renovations, and
maintenance repairs for grounds, irrigation services, and
arboriculture; monitors cost center allocations; obtains and
reviews relevant cost information, constraints, compliance, etc.,
to ensure overall quality, compliance, and cost containment;
participates in budget preparation and administration; monitors
costs and unit expenditures and reviews budget detail monthly with
Associate Director.May be responsible for coordinating programs
(water abatement, weed abatement & irrigation) with various
municipalities such as East Bay Mud, East Bay Regional Parks,
PG&E and City of Berkeley, et cetera.Required Qualifications
Strong skills to facilitate and
collaborate with various internal and external constituencies on
long- and short-term facilities planning and management.Strong
analytical, research and report preparation skills to meet
regulatory and budgetary reporting requirements.Broad knowledge in
the areas of facilities management, space planning and allocation,
security, fire and safety and emergency preparedness.Strong skills
in management, regulatory compliance and operations planning.Strong
skills in leadership, motivation of staff and team-building.Strong
skills in verbal and written communications.Experience and
knowledge to inspect construction in progress of general and
specialty structures, read, sketch and interpret plans and
specifications.Working knowledge of the International Building
Code, EPA/EPD regulations, ADA law, state procurement law, OSHA
regulations.Sustainability best practices, building systems,
cleaning and grounds best practices.CMMS work request systems,
ability to interpret facilities performance indicators, facilities
data analysis.Education/Training:
Bachelor's degree in landscape
architecture, horticulture or a related field plus a minimum of 5
years of full-time experience in managing contractors or in-house
staff grounds/landscape staff preferred; or related associate's
degree plus a minimum of 5 years of full-time experience in
managing grounds/landscape staff; or a minimum of 10 years
full-time verifiable experience in facilities management or
management of skilled trades technicians; and/or equivalent
experience/training.Licesnses/Certifications:
CEFP, completion of APPA
Institute.Preferred Qualifications
APPA - Certified Educational
Facilities Professional.PGMS - Certified Grounds Manager.Salary &
BenefitsFor information on the comprehensive benefits package
offered by the University, please visit the University of
California's Compensation & Benefits website.Under California law,
the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a
reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and
should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job
announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of
factors that are considered in making compensation decisions
including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of
internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is
not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the
top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based
on final candidate qualifications and experience.The budgeted
salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to
pay for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00.
This is a 100%, full-time (40 hours
per week), career position that is eligible for full UC
benefits.This position is exempt and paid monthly.How to ApplyTo
apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Driving RequiredA
valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is
required.Diversity StatementPlease include, as part of your
application a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions
to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional
experience.Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion are
fundamental to our UC Berkeley Principles of Community, which
states that "every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role
in sustaining a safe, caring, and humane environment in which these
values can thrive."Conviction History BackgroundThis is a
designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check
due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire
people with conviction histories and reviews information received
in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves
the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion
of the background check.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University
of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran
status. For more information about your rights as an applicant,
please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
poster.For the complete University of California nondiscrimination
and affirmative action policy, please see the University of
California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in
the Workplace policy.
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