Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

New Hanover County Parks & Gardens is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to to assist in our goal of providing safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing parks and facilities to the citizens and visitors of New Hanover County with our Parks and Gardens Department.  The ideal candidate  will be an experienced leader, team builder, collaborator and a respected professional with strong landscaping knowledge and experience.

The Parks & Gardens Department's mission is to maintain and operate parks and facilities that enrich the lives of the community and promote an overall healthier lifestyle. The department manages and maintains over 2,900 acres including parks & athletic facilities, historic Airlie Gardens, public school grounds and County-owned non-park facilities such as the county libraries, the Cape Fear Museum, NHC Jail and Fire Stations.

Responsibilities for this role include: 

• Supervise a crew within the county-wide Parks and Gardens system where duties include assigning and monitoring work
• Coordinate turf management, pest management, and fertilization programs
• Determine and recommend equipment/supply needs
• Conduct staff training
• Maintain records on safety issues and chemical inventory
• Oversee landscape and irrigation plan design and implementation including: inspecting drawings and applying applicable regulatory provisions, transporting and operating heavy equipment, and directing installation and maintenance

• Ability and flexibility to work events. These events may be after hours and on the weekend

 New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.  
Salary Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $51,111.00 - $69,000.00. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $51,111.00 - $86,889.00. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

 New Hanover County offers: 

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; 
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; 
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work. 
  
Hours:
7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday- Friday
Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.
 
Employment Type:
Full-time, non-exempt 
 
Salary Information:
The hiring range for this position is $46,360.00 - $62,585.50  Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. New Hanover County offers:

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; 
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; 
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more!

Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.  
Required Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management or related field and 3 years of progressively responsible supervisory, landscaping, irrigation, pesticide application or related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good driving record.

• Valid NC Driver's License;
• NC Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator's License. 
• NC Commercial Driver's License - preferred
• Landscape Technician License - preferred 
• NC Plant Professional - preferred

Applicant Information:
After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.