Associate Director of Facilities Management-Grounds - Grinnell, IA
Inside Higher Ed, Grinnell, Iowa, United States, 50177
Overview
Do you have experience planning landscaping, leading a great team and maintaining grounds that enhance the surrounding buildings? Grinnell College is looking for our next Associate Director of Facilities Maintenance/Grounds. This position is responsible for all aspects of comprehensive planning, managing, directing, supervising and maintaining the overall appearance of the college’s grounds and landscaping. This is carried out through supervision of assigned Grounds Department staff, coordination with other Facilities Management trade shops, various departments and contractors. These responsibilities require extensive knowledge, ability and supervision in planning, initiating, and maintaining a comprehensive grounds maintenance program.
Responsibilities
Develops landscape features, grounds maintenance expectations, landscape design standards, and landscape installation implementation
Serves as the professional grounds and landscaping consultant for the college
Supervises the grounds staff, including horticulturists and auto/equipment mechanics
Leads planning and set up of large-scale events
Manages the moving of furniture, equipment, and supplies
Manages mail/package delivery
Oversees compost and recycling efforts of the college
About Grinnell College Grinnell College is a top-ranking private liberal arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.
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Responsibilities
Develops landscape features, grounds maintenance expectations, landscape design standards, and landscape installation implementation
Serves as the professional grounds and landscaping consultant for the college
Supervises the grounds staff, including horticulturists and auto/equipment mechanics
Leads planning and set up of large-scale events
Manages the moving of furniture, equipment, and supplies
Manages mail/package delivery
Oversees compost and recycling efforts of the college
About Grinnell College Grinnell College is a top-ranking private liberal arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.
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