Grounds Keeper I

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Posting Number

S11756P

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Posting Number

S11756P

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Working Title

Grounds Keeper I

Department

Athletics-Grounds

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

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employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the

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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

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Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

GDCP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Part Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Hours Vary

Advertised Salary

13.25 Hour

Posting Date

03/05/2024

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

03/17/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our

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Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each

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community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the

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Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in

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Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect... .

Additionally,

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supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect... .

Position Information

| Classification Title | Service/Maintenance Worker | | FLSA | Non-Exempt | | FTE | 0.475 | | Minimum Qualifications |
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. | | Preferred Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
Assist with daily maintenance of playing surfaces at various athletic facilities including mowing, fertilizing and irrigating. Assist with maintenance of common areas at athletic facilities. Assist with game day setup for various sporting events. Assist with fertilizer applications at various athletic fields. Assist with painting playing field at Sanford Stadium and other athletic facilities for practice and games. Assist with post game care of playing surfaces at Sanford Stadium. Performs other related work as needed. | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
Knowledge of landscape equipment | | Physical Demands |
Physically demanding work of a heavy nature | | Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes | | Is this a Position of Trust? | No | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No | | Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. | | Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assist with daily maintenance of playing surfaces at various athletic facilities including mowing and irrigating. - Assist with maintenance of common areas at athletic facilities. - Assist with game day setup for various sporting events - Assist with fertilizer applications at various athletic fields - Assist with painting playing field at Sanford Stadium and other athletic facilities for practice and games. - Assist with post game care of playing surfaces at Sanford Stadium (filling divots, removal of team benches and dog house). - Performs other related work as needed. | | Percentage of time | 100 |

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

| Contact Details |
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. | | Recruitment Contact Name | Amy Bales | | Recruitment Contact Email | abales@sports.uga.edu | | Recruitment Contact Phone | |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter

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