Posted 4 days ago
Supervisor, Grounds Zone
@ EKU Master of Public Administration Program
Richmond, British Columbia
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Overview
Eastern Kentucky University is hiring a full-time Supervisor, Grounds Zone at its Richmond Campus. The working foreperson oversees grounds maintenance in an assigned zone, the Elmwood Mansion grounds, greenhouse operations and campus landscape beds. The role requires a bachelor's degree in horticulture or a related field and one year of related experience; overtime is as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee grounds maintenance in the assigned zone to required standards
- Supervise direct reports and perform grounds tasks as a working foreperson
- Run daily greenhouse operations including planting, watering and pest control
- Oversee Elmwood Mansion grounds and assist with event setup
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy or related
- One year of related experience required
- Knowledge of plant health, light, temperature and nutrient needs
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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EKU Master of Public Administration Program
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 60 |
Job description
- 497616
- Richmond Campus
- Skilled Craft Positions
- Fulltime Staff
Title: Supervisor, Grounds Zone
Position Type: Fulltime Staff
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 50R100 - Campus Operations
Division: 3R1000 - Administration and Engagement
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Driver
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week
Additional Schedule Details: Overtime as needed
Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G18
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Kyle Willis
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Supervisor of Ground Zone is a working foreperson responsible for the completion of assigned grounds maintenance and operational tasks both individually and through direct reports and includes the performance of various tasks as required to maintain a high level of care inside the assigned zone.
This position will also be responsible for the oversight of the Elmwood Mansion which includes but not limited to the upkeep of the grounds and will also assist in set up for events held at the mansion
This position will also oversee the daily operations of the greenhouse, such as planting, watering, pruning, transplanting, fertilizing and pest control. Monitor and maintain the efficient flow of the overall greenhouse operation with safety and customer service.
Inspect plant material for diseases and insect problems. Ensure that the plants have the proper light levels, temperature, humidity, and nutrients. Record data and maintain records for future reference. Oversee that campus landscape beds are maintained.
Keep greenhouse organized and stocked with the proper equipment to get the job done in a safe and timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy, or related program is required.
Experience: One year of related experience is required.
Licensure & Certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Duties
- 60% - Overall responsibility to ensure proper maintenance of all grounds areas in assigned zone are being maintained to the required standards at all times. - (Essential)
- 30% - Oversee and perform any other grounds maintenance tasks to maintain service level standards throughout the year. - (Essential)
- 10% - Other duties as required and assigned - (Essential)
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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