Grounds Supervisor I - Central Prison

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community...

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The State of North Carolina, Department of Adult Correction, Central Prison in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Grounds Supervisor I (S). You will supervise the grounds crew, oversee maintenance of lawns, sidewalks, gardens, and related facilities, and coordinate with building maintenance staff to maximize equipment use.

This full-time role operates Monday–Friday 8am–5pm and includes benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of horticultural practices/techniques for grounds layout and upkeep.
• Working knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance practices.
• High School diploma or GED and three years of progressive grounds upkeep experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction, modification, and upkeep of grounds areas with horticultural practices.
• Supervise mowing lawns, sidewalks, and gardens; oversee grounds maintenance activities.
• Supervise equipment operators in grounds-related tasks and ensure safe operation.
• Prepare requisitions for supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate grounds upkeep with building maintenance to optimize equipment use.
• Perform other related work as needed.

Skills

Groundskeeping knowledge

Landscaping knowledge

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Grounds Supervisor I (S)

Position Number

60066328

Grade

NC05

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor at a multi-custody male correctional facility and works in the Maintenance Department providing technical guidance and supervision to the grounds crew. This position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Providing construction, modification, and general upkeep of grounds areas with work assignments involving the standard application of horticultural practices.
2. Conferring with superiors concerning proposed work assignments and suggesting practical ways to schedule work procedures.
3. Supervising assigned crews in mowing lawns, constructing sidewalks, parking lots, formal gardens, and in general grounds maintenance activities.
4. Supervising equipment operators and grounds personnel in excavating areas, removing trees, and wrecking old buildings.
5. Supervising the repair of surfaced roads and the removal of trash, leaves, and snow.
6. Preparing requisitions for supplies, materials, and equipment.
7. Conferring with nurserymen concerning plant adaptability, accepted usage, and sources of supply.
8. Coordinating grounds upkeep work with building maintenance personnel so that equipment, labs, and materials can be more efficiently utilized.
9. Performing other related work and duties as needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the Minimum Education and Experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge of the horticultural practices and/or techniques applicable to the layout and/or upkeep of formal gardensand/or grounds.
• Documented working knowledge of landscaping.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Salary Range : $33,902 - $59,327

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above.

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business needs.

About Central Prison

Central Prison in Raleigh, NC has been in continuous service since 1884. It serves as the admission point into prison for adult male felons sentenced to 20 years or more and is the main medical and mental health center for male offenders. It also houses special populations, including death row and safe-keepers.

While security requires that certain offenders remain in their cells, there are more than 260 offender job assignments that include working in the kitchen, laundry or canteen. Offenders also work as barbers, janitors and clerks. Offenders can attend substance abuse group therapy meetings, Bible studies or worship services.

Supplemental Application Information

Application Process

Criminal Justice Certified Positions

If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening result
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4Form(Certificateof Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB-23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD-256 or NGB-22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Contact Information

If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Celeste Robinson at [e-mail] or by phone at 919-582-6116. (Email is preferred and more efficient.)

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three years of progressive experience in grounds upkeep; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.