GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR I3264M1 Pay Grade: 17 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is supervisory and skilled work in directing the grounds maintenance operations of a small facility requiring the application of specialized technical knowledge or supervising one or more phases of grounds maintenance at a large facility requiring the application of advanced technical knowledge. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average… Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required. Physical Demands - LEVEL D: The work requires considerable physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL D: Involves administrative supervision responsibility. As a "first line supervisor", the primary responsibility involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating employees who perform the same or similar work. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. As a "project manager" may direct the activities of project leaders to develop plans and criteria and to evaluate progress and results for one or more projects. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Laborer Supervisor class which is primarily the supervision of unskilled or semi-skilled workers. Differs from the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor II class which is technical landscaping and limited administrative work. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Reviews and implements landscaping plans; estimates and obtains necessary materials and plantings. Prepares and reviews specifications for plant materials, irrigation systems, and equipment purchases. Plans, develops and coordinates landscape projects; directs the operation of a greenhouse or nursery. Maintains historical and budgetary records; maintains logs of all spraying activities for pesticides and chemicals. Plans, assigns and evaluates the work of subordinate employees, students or inmates in planting and cultivating trees, nursery stock, and other ornamental vegetation; preparing seed beds, grading and back filling; applying chemicals; or other grounds maintenance work. Operates, maintains, and supervises the operation and maintenance of trucks, mowers, tractors, trimmers, edgers, chain saws and other light equipment. Diagnoses damage to vegetation caused by diseases, climate conditions and environmental stress. Proposes and carries out treatment, follows and documents progress. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of plant species, size, shape, and suitability for proposed site. Knowledge of agri-chemical usage and application. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision. Abilities *Ability to read, interpret and work from sketches, blueprints and specifications. *Ability to complete concise and accurate reports and records. *Ability to plan, organize, assign and evaluate the work of subordinates. *Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. *Required at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One year of experience in nursery/grounds maintenance. Education in nursery management, landscape, horticulture, agronomy, forestry or plant pathology may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Necessary Special Requirements: NC: 12/87 |