GROUNDS AND NURSERY I at LCC

GJF-000090 08/26; Grounds Department

The Lamar Community College campus is located on the southern edge of the City of Lamar on Highway 287. Its facilities are maintained on a spacious and visually inspiring 115-acre campus, bounded on the east by lush Willow Creek, a wooded area that is home to deer and a large variety of birds and other wildlife.

CCCS recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community which consists of 22.1% Hispanic; 6.2% Black/African American; 3.7% Asian/Pacific Islander: 0.9% American Indian/Alaskan Native; and 60.5% White. As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse pool.

EMAIL ADDRESS: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via e-mail. Please include your current e-mail address on your application and set up your e-mail to accept messages from 'cccs.edu' and [email protected] addresses. If you do not have an email address, then you will receive correspondence via US mail.

NOTE: The work hours are Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Shift work is necessary to meet the business needs ofthe college. Applicants must be flexible on work hours as work schedule is subject to change to include weekends or evenings for events.

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and it's colleges is the statewide pathway to individual achieve mentand economic vitality. We provide an accessible, responsive learning environment that facilitates the achievement of educational, professional and personal goals by our students and other members of our communities, and we foster an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity and innovation.

You will admire the friendly culture of our colleges and be inspired by our team environment and dedicated employees. Additionally, we offer:

• Generous annual and sick leave benefits; our employees stay because of the work/life balance they are able to obtain here.
• Attractive health, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings options; we will also help you build your retirement savings via our defined benefit or defined contribution plans.
• An opportunity to become a lifelong-learner and enjoy considerable savings for the college education of your dependents through our tuition reimbursement program

Position Summary: This full-time position is located on the Main Campus. Position will work with co-workers, employees and the general public to accomplish daily tasks. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Expedite and ensure quality standards for cleaning, maintenance and beautification of campus facilities and grounds. Ensure a clean, pleasant and safe environment for students, faculty, staff and the community.

Landscaping Maintenance: Operate a variety of manual tools and equipment to include tractors, plows, lifts, hand and riding mowers, trimmers, edgers, gator, and other grounds care equipment to maintain lawns, trees, bedded plants and flowers. Mow grass, trim, and rake; plant, transplant, spray and trim flowers, shrubs and small trees. Cut and remove limbs from dead trees. Assist with irrigation system maintenance and installation.  

General Grounds Maintenance: Inspect and clean all campus areas including parking lots, around buildings and under shrubbery. Sweep and wash all outside entryways and empty outside trash receptacles. Provide access for subcontractors as needed. Attend staff trainings and meetings. Inspect, maintain and clean grounds equipment for proper operation and safety.

Snow Removal:  Position will be on call to ensure safe access to facilities during inclement weather. Operate snow plow trucks, snow blowers, tractors and hand shovels during inclement weather events. Remove ice and snow from sidewalks, parking lots, and grounds using hand tools, shovels and small bladed vehicles. Apply ice melt and sand as needed. 

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8E1XX Grounds and Nursery I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

One year of grounds care/landscaping experience as the primary function of your job. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Do not use "see resume" statements on your application. The official State of Colorado application must be completed in detail to be considered. (Part-time experience will be prorated)

Substitutions: 

None.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license to independently drive company vehicles and equipment around the campus, pick up parts, etc. Must submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check to include a motor vehicle report (MVR) as a condition of hire. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide office of Human Resources with an official disposition of the charges. Position is required to be available as early as 4:00 a.m. to perform snow removal and other duties during adverse weather conditions. Position will be required to work additional hours as needed during times of unusual storm occurrences or storm damage.An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting equipment, pushing grounds equipment, removing snow, etc.). It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching. Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communication and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc. Also, must be able to interpret written directives, policies, guidelines and memos.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of irrigation systems. Previous experience operating a wide variety of landscaping equipment such as an edger, ATV, Skid steer, pruners, loppers, gator, string trimmer and hedge trimmer. Experience operating large deck mowers. Knowledge in maintaining baseball fields. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Team player. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written. Ability to multitask and be a self-starter. Basic computer skills to create memos, complete timesheets and leave requests, etc.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: [email protected]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in the future.

Important Note To Applicants:  Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your completed application.

CCCS recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community. As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse applicant pool.

Comparative Analysis Process:   Your employment application will be used to rate your training and experience and to determine your rank among the candidates for this position. Other forms of testing may include eSkill, oral board, written, etc. subject to change based on number of qualified applicants. It is, therefore, very important to fill out the application completely and to give a detailed description of your education and work experience. Your application and attachments should address the described duties, minimum, and preferred qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the Minimum Requirements section and that all required documents are included in the application packet (e.g. application, transcripts, licensure, supplemental questionnaire, etc.). Failure to include the required information by the application deadline will result in your rejection from consideration of the position. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:  The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations: Colorado Community College System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Audrey Rodriguez, [email protected], 719-336-1572.

Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act: The Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Audrey Rodriguez, [email protected], 719-336-1572. 

Address Confidentiality Program: If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program as provided by Colorado Revised Statute (CRS) 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the Human Resources office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. Mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S. Mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

For information regarding Lamar Community College Security, including crime statistics for the Lamar campus and surrounding area, please see the Lamar Community College Campus Security website at: www.lamar.edu/campus/campus_safety.html. For a hard copy report please contact 719-336-1543.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.