Temporary Groundskeeper

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Posting Number

S053

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S053

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Classification Title

Groundskeeper

Working Title

Temporary Groundskeeper

Department

Non-Tech Trades MA

Home Campus

Mansfield

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME - Agreement

Work Location

Home Campus

Position Type

Staff

Temporary/ Permanent

Temporary

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-Time

If Part-time, specify percentage (Examples: 0.75; 0.50; 0.25)

Benefits

The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*: Medical and prescription drug benefits. Generous retirement plans, two options: Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS) Tuition benefits for employees and dependents. Paid time off. Employer-paid dental and vision benefits. Employer-paid life insurance. Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs. *Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr... for additional information regarding benefits. To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.

Start Time

0700

End Time

1500

Hours Per Week

37.5 hours per week

Days Worked (Check all that apply)

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri

Salary

$29,301.00/annual in accordance with the AFSCME CBA

Anticipated Start Date

ASAP

Anticipated End Date

on or about June 28, 2024

Position Summary Information

Position Purpose

•Responsible for the overall appearance of the campus grounds, including the health and maintenance/installation of lawns, landscapes, and athletic fields.•Snow removal as required during winter months to ensure a safe and passable campus for students, faculty, and staff.•Assistance with large scale event set ups, including, but not limited to Commencement, Homecoming, and Alumni Weekend.•This position is considered “Essential” and requires employees to be at work during closures due to weather or other circumstances.

Description of Duties

•Responsible for all aspects of general landscape maintenance including, but not limited to, pruning, sheering, weeding, mowing, fertilization, landscape installation/planting, perennial/deciduous plant care and hardscapes maintenance/installation.•Responsible for routine maintenance and care of lawns and athletic fields including, mowing, aeration, fertilization, top-dressing, insect/disease and broadleaf weed control.•Responsible for upkeep and maintenance on athletic fields including irrigation repairs/maintenance, lining, layout and painting, game-day preparations, logo layout and painting, installation of netting/cages, drainage installation and other tasks as directed.•Responsible for operation of CO2/gas run paint sprayers to line athletic fields, paint parking lots and other duties as assigned using this equipment.•Ability to operate the following equipment and tools: Push mower, weed eater, hedge sheers, chainsaw, gas run blower, snow blower, lawn tractor, compact tractor, and general hand tools (shovel, pruners, rake, etc.)•Responsible for all aspects and phases of snow removal during the winter months. Ability to shovel snow, operate snow-blowers, lawn tractor with blade/blower and spreader, compact tractor with blade/blower and spreader. Apply ice-melting agents by hand or with spreading equipment. Apply brining agent to sidewalks, stairs and entrances to prevent the bonding of snow and ice.•Responsible for general equipment maintenance/repairs and troubleshooting•Responsible for seasonable clean up including leaves, parking lots, embankments and other areas as directed.•Responsible for routine trash/pick up and removal of garbage/rubbish from exterior waste cans and campus grounds.•Provide assistance with major campus set ups and office relocations as necessary.•Assistance with other departmental needs as required.•Work in all weather conditions.

Decision Making

· Knowledge of tasks assigned and the ability to troubleshoot routine issues that arise during general work practices and procedures.· Ability to provide feedback/input to supervisor on needs, including, but not limited to tools, equipment, and materials.· Possess creative problem solving skills to address minor issues or instances.· Prepare general estimates and inventories for departmental needs with supervisory approval.· Routinely make contact with members of the campus community and have the ability to address issues or refer them to the supervisor.· Implement efficient strategies for completing daily tasks.· Possess exceptional communication skills and the ability to follow written or verbal instruction.

Fiscal Responsibility

· Responsible for maintaining and utilizing materials and equipment in a fiscally responsible manner.· Consider calibration and application rates as necessary.· Monitor supply levels and inventory as necessary.· Provide routine maintenance to tools and equipment to increase longevity and prevent total loss.

Supervisory Responsibility

· Can act as a lead worker/ supervisor for up to (8) student workers during the semester and summer months.· May act as a project lead for certain projects throughout campus.

Minimum Requirements Profile

One year of experience in grounds keeping work and completion of the eighth grade;ORAny equivalent combination of experience and training. A valid Driver’s License is required

Preferred Qualifications

Applicant Rating Criteria

One year experience in Grounds or related field Experience with Snow removal Ability to work in a fast paced work environment Valid Drivers license General knowledge of the grounds and horticultural field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Ability to follow written or verbal instruction· Ability to work as an individual or in a teamwork scenario· Demonstrate the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively both orally or in writing.· Required to follow state and local safety laws and university safety practices while on the work site.· Prompt and ready to work.· Mental alertness and ability to adapt to seasonal change and weather conditions.

Essential Functions

1. Sitting – 10%; Walking – 35%; Standing – 35%; Squatting – 10%, Bending – 10%2. Working indoors – 10% and Outdoors – 90%3. Frequent lifting of objects weighing less than 15 pounds4. Occasional lifting of objects weighing 70 pounds or greater5. Occasional pushing/pulling objects weighing 50 pounds or greater6. Frequent reaching for objects at, above and below shoulder7. Frequent twisting at waist, and stretching to reach objects8. Occasional fine manipulation with hands9. Frequent simple grasping; occasional power grasping10. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)11. Reading skills including understanding written direction.12. Writing skills in preparing and organizing documents13. Sensory skills, i.e. visual, hearing, and speaking14. Keyboard skills

Posting Detail Information

Open Date mm-dd-yyyy

08/21/2023

Close Date mm-dd-yyyy

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

Background Clearances

Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.

Diversity Statement

At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.• Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.• Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.

Title IX/Clery

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.

About Commonwealth University of PA

The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a current employee of the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania (Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Mansfield)?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * I am a current AFSCME employee at the Mansfield campus desiring to transfer to another AFSCME position in the same, equivalent or lower level classification per Article 29, Seniority, Section 10.

   • Yes
   • No

3. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5 or more

4. * Do you currently have a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * If you do not already have a valid driver's license is there anything preventing you from receiving one prior to the start of employment?

   • Yes
   • No
   • Not applicable already have license

6. * Can you perform the essential duties of this position with or without accommodations?

   • Yes
   • No

7. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Commonwealth University of PA Career Site
   • PA CareerLink
   • Internal Job Board
   • Indeed.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Local Newspaper
   • Technical School/College Job Board

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