Grounds Superintendent Full TimeBrooklandville, MD

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Disability protection

403(b) retirement plan with immediate/

Lunch stipend

On-campus fitness centers access

Tuition remission

Job summary

St. Paul’s Schools in Brooklandville, MD, seeks a Grounds Superintendent for a 12-month, full-time role. The position oversees maintenance of a 120-acre campus, including lawns, gardens, fields, and facilities, reporting to the Director of Operations.

The role requires planning, staffing, and budget management, with responsibilities spanning safety, event support, and continuous improvements to grounds operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in horticulture or related field preferred.
• Maryland Pesticide License or ability to acquire within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise all grounds maintenance for the 120-acre campus.
• Develop mowing, pruning, irrigation, pest control, and general upkeep schedules.
• Oversee athletic field preparation to meet safety and performance standards.
• Coordinate weather-related emergency planning (snow storms, etc.).
• Recruit, train, and supervise grounds staff; conduct performance evaluations.
• Manage inventory, budgets, and safety policies for grounds equipment and processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Reliability

Scheduling

Proactive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in horticulture or related field preferred

Tools

Grounds equipment handling

Maryland Pesticide License or ability to acquire within 90 days

Job description

Grounds Superintendent Full TimeBrooklandville, MD

Full Time
Brooklandville, MD
Posted on Apr 1, 2025
$ 65,000 – $68,000

[St. Paul's Schools]

Voted one of Baltimore’s top workplaces, the St. Paul’s Schools, a family of independentschools, located inBrooklandville, Maryland is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Grounds Superintendent to start as soon as possible.

School Overview:
With more than 1,400studentsfromages 6 weeks tograde 12, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School (coed), St.Paul’s SchoolforBoys, and St. Paul’sSchoolfor Girls sharea 120-acre campus,anEpiscopal affiliation,and a focus on developing confident, well-balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world.

A coordinatedstructureallows The St.Paul’sSchoolsto preserve thesmall schoolfeel within each school while sharing resources and certain programs to maximize opportunities for students. With St. Paul’s unique model, boys and girls are taughttogether and separately at just the right times in their development.The St. Paul’s School is a community that leads with love and creates and a community of authentic belonging.

St. Paul’s School for Boys, founded in 1849, is a college-preparatory day school serving boys in grades 5 through 12. The school’s mission, “Seek truth, knowledge, and excellence; live by faith, compassion, and integrity,” is the daily standard for all members of our community. St. Paul’s School for Boys’ students are thoughtful young men who thrive in an educational community that emphasizes strong relationships, personal growth, and the collective pursuit of integrity.

Success Traits of the Candidate:

Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead teams effectively while fostering collaboration and strong communication.
Strong interpersonal skills to provide exceptional service, address needs promptly, and ensure satisfaction.
Demonstrates reliability, dedication, and a commitment to consistently delivering high-quality results.
A proactive, enthusiastic attitude towards implementing improvements and driving positive change.

Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Aptitude and Other Traits:
The primary responsibilities for this position would include oversight of all grounds upkeep of our 120-acre campus that is composed of various common areas, roadways, walkways, landscape beds, and athletic fields. This is a 12-month position reporting to our Director of Operations.

Grounds Management:

Plan, direct, and supervise all activities related to the maintenance of school grounds, including lawns, gardens, athletic fields, playgrounds, and parking lots.
Develop and implement schedules for mowing, pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, pest control, and general upkeep of outdoor areas.
Oversee preparation and maintenance of athletic fields to meet safety and performance standards.
Coordinate and promptly plan for and respond to weather-related emergencies, such as snow or storms.
Serve as additional staff member for large event setups on campus such as graduations, celebrations and ‘all hands-on deck’ needs.

Recruit, train, and supervise groundskeeping staff, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
Schedule and assign tasks to team members, ensuring optimal productivity and effective resource use.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to employees.
Participate in and attend all operations teams’ meetings as a positive contributor to the team.

Equipment and Supplies:

Maintain an inventory of groundskeeping tools, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and safe operation.
Coordinate repairs, replacements, and procurement of new equipment as necessary.
Monitor and manage budgets for groundskeeping supplies and equipment.
Develop and enforce policies for the safe use of chemicals, machinery, and tools.

Planning and Reporting:

Develop long-term plans for landscaping improvements and maintenance projects.
Prepare reports and recommendations on groundskeeping activities, costs, and future needs.
Collaborate with the director of operations to plan and prioritize special projects or events.

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent is required with a degree in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 2-4 years of proven experience as a Grounds Superintendent or other managerial role with experience in planning grounds operations.
Must be well versed in all maintenance processes including health and safety regulations with solid understanding of technical aspects of chemical applications, irrigation systems, fertilizer applications, horticultural techniques, athletic field setup, and snow removal processes.
Working knowledge of Grounds machines and equipment.
Must be able to communicate with all campus constituencies.
Possess outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
On a regular and continuous basis, exercise sound judgement and assume responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the maintenance department.
Possess a Maryland State Pesticide and Fertilizer Applicators License or the ability to acquire within 90 days of employment

Compensation and Benefits:

At St. Paul’s Schools, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and contributions. We believe that diversity enriches education, empowering students to reach their fullest potential. By embracing a culture of inclusion, we prepare our students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected and multicultural world. We stand firmly against all forms of prejudice, including those related to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic background, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical appearance.

The St. Paul’s Schools has a compensation scale based on direct years of experience and degree held. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidates’ years of experience, education and skills. For this opportunity, our salary range is $65,000 to $68,000 annually. Candidates with additional experience or qualifications may be offered a salary outside of the range shown. In addition, full-time team members gain access to our robust benefits package designed to support your well-being, inside and outside of work. This includes a competitive healthcare package (medical, dental, and vision), disability protection, participation in our 403(b)-retirement plan which has an immediate employer contribution and a generous time off package, including wellness days because we believe you may need a day off ‘just because!’.

• competitive healthcare package (medical, dental, and vision)
• disability protection
• participation in our 403(b)-retirement plan which has an immediate employer contribution and a generous time off package, including wellness days because we believe you may need a day off ‘just because!’
• lunch stipend
• access to multiple fitness centers on campus and professional development experiences to continue your learning
• tuition remission benefit

Beyond the basics, we offer extras like a lunch stipend, access to multiple fitness centers on campus and professional development experiences to continue your learning. In addition, full-time employees who choose The St. Paul’s Schools for their children’s educational journey, are eligible to receive a tuition remission benefit. Your salary will be commensurate with your experience and reflect the value you bring to our team.