Campus Landscape Operations Leader

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Landscape Manager 1 to lead campus grounds operations, supervise staff, and manage resources for safe, efficient landscape maintenance. The role covers snow removal, grounds care, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience, 3+ years in landscape maintenance, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscaping, Landscape Management, Arboriculture, Greenhouse/Nursery Operations, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years in landscape maintenance, athletic field, municipal or university grounds maintenance, or golf course maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise landscape staff, including coaching and performance management.
• Oversee landscape maintenance operations to ensure high-quality grounds care.
• Manage departmental resources: personnel, equipment, supplies, budgets, inventories.
• Perform and supervise landscape maintenance activities as needed.
• Promote and ensure safety program compliance.
• Prepare reports and maintain operational records.
• Estimate labor, material, and equipment requirements for projects.
• Coordinate snow and ice removal operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate services.
• Respond to emergencies, including 24-hour call rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Budget management

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/ Landscaping/ Landscape Management

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Landscape Manager 1 to lead campus grounds operations, supervise staff, and manage resources for safe, efficient landscape maintenance. The role covers snow removal, grounds care, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience, 3+ years in landscape maintenance, and strong leadership and communication skills.