What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Grounds position at Hofstra University?
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience managing a union workforce. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience using scheduling and work-order software is a plus. Thorough knowledge of grounds installation, operations, and maintenance best practices, with experience operating and maintaining industry-standard commercial grounds vehicles, equipment, and systems. Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks in all weather conditions. Valid New York State driver’s license, maintained throughout employment. Ability to read and interpret landscape, construction, and irrigation drawings. Strong communication, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, arboriculture, or a related field; a master’s degree in a related field is a plus. Experience in a multi-building higher education, campus, or arboretum setting. Proficiency with ArcGIS and the management of arboretum GIS databases. Arborist certification and/or New York State pesticide license.
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience managing a union workforce. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience using scheduling and work-order software is a plus. Thorough knowledge of grounds installation, operations, and maintenance best practices, with experience operating and maintaining industry-standard commercial grounds vehicles, equipment, and systems. Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks in all weather conditions. Valid New York State driver’s license, maintained throughout employment. Ability to read and interpret landscape, construction, and irrigation drawings. Strong communication, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, arboriculture, or a related field; a master’s degree in a related field is a plus. Experience in a multi-building higher education, campus, or arboretum setting. Proficiency with ArcGIS and the management of arboretum GIS databases. Arborist certification and/or New York State pesticide license.