Campus Grounds & Arboretum Supervisor

NU USA Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive benefits package

Zusammenfassung

Northeastern University Boston is seeking a Horticulture & Landscape Supervisor to lead the grounds staff, oversee daily operations across 11+ acres including arboretum features, and ensure landscape quality aligns with university standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in horticulture or related field, 7+ years in landscape maintenance with 3+ years in supervision, and Massachusetts licensing; it offers a stable schedule, essential personnel status, and ongoing development.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in horticulture or closely related field required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive landscape/grounds maintenance experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in urban environments, arboretums, or university settings preferred.
• Massachusetts driver’s license with clean record and DOT certification; pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate daily assignments for 8–12 grounds staff across 11+ acres.
• Assess work quality and provide training on tree and plant care.
• Enforce safety protocols and Northeastern policies.
• Manage snow removal/emergency crews and ensure safety.
• Oversee irrigation systems and support water conservation initiatives.
• Collaborate on events and arboretum-based educational programs.
• Ensure PGMS Honor Award standards are met on campus.

Kenntnisse

Supervisory experience

Urban environment experience

Plant identification knowledge

Snow/ice removal coordination

Irrigation systems knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Urban Forestry, or closely related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

Tools

GIS mapping

Landscape equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Northeastern University Boston is seeking a Horticulture & Landscape Supervisor to lead the grounds staff, oversee daily operations across 11+ acres including arboretum features, and ensure landscape quality aligns with university standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in horticulture or related field, 7+ years in landscape maintenance with 3+ years in supervision, and Massachusetts licensing; it offers a stable schedule, essential personnel status, and ongoing development.