Job Description:
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Calendar: 260 Days
Experience Required:2 Years or more of related experience preferred
Minimum Education Requirements: High School diploma or G.E.D.
Department: Maintenance/Custodians.
Direct Supervisor: Assistant Director of Operations.
Primary Work Location: Facilities & Maintenance setting. (Schools and Warehouse)
Certification: Valid Driver’s license

Job Summary: The job of Head Groundskeeper is done for the purpose/s of executing and managing all aspects of the districts outdoor grounds, including lawn maintenance, landscaping, planting, irrigation systems, and equipment upkeep, by caring out and leading a team of groundskeepers while ensuring the grounds are aesthetically pleasing, safe, and functional for daily use.

Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential duties:
 
· Analyze the needs of the district for the purpose of making recommendations for purchasing materials, supplies and equipment.
· Assess equipment and supplies used by ground crew for the purpose of repairing and replacing when needed.
· Attending district and department meetings when needed for the purpose of receiving procedural information and presenting professional development when needed.
· Collaborate with the building administrators and Director of Operations regarding custodians for the purpose of providing input on performance and any staffing needs that help support the district.
· Collaborates with the Director of Facility Operations and external personnel (e.g. building principals, teachers, fire department, police, city utilities, AHERA, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs.
· Conducts routine and periodic inspections of all District buildings for the purpose of ensuring assigned tasks and projects are completed and reports back to the Assistant Director of Operations.
· Conducts continuing program and in-service training of staff (e.g. safety awareness and personnel development, etc.) for the purpose of keeping current staff updated with any new pertinent information.
· Collaborate with DOO to Create work shifts and building assignments for the district custodial staff for the purpose of ensuring positions are filled to support the district needs.
· Inspect all school facilities on a regular basis for the purpose of determining that high standards of workmanship, cleanliness and security are maintained.
· Supervise snow removal operations, equipment operations, and ensure that the department functions in a safe and efficient manner.
· Coordinate daily schedules for mowing, snow removal, and training of new personnel.
· Supervises custodial staff for the purpose of ensuring daily functions that support the district buildings are being fulfilled.
· Evaluate and collaborate with Operations Leadership team on district property to determine improvements needed; inspect district playgrounds and landscape areas including fencing, concrete/masonry, parking lots, and fields.
· Submit requisitions for equipment, supplies, and materials needed to complete jobs efficiently.

Skills
· Strong written and oral communications and relational skills.
· Interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
· An ability to effectively manage professional staff, develop good relationships with a wide range of people and build a collaborative work environment.
· Ability to solve problems in a strategic and tactical manner and use good judgment in making decisions.
· Operate a variety of lawn care and material handling equipment.
Abilities
· Work independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives.
· Supervise the use of tools, equipment and resources.
· Stand for extended periods of time, lift 100 lbs.
· Work outside in the elements
· Effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and citizens.
· Must be able to successfully complete a background investigation.
· Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed.