Landscape and Sustainability Division Manager

City of Auburn (AL); Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Auburn (AL) seeks a Landscape & Sustainability Division Manager to oversee landscaping operations and improvement projects. This leadership role involves managing budgets, personnel, urban forestry, and sustainability programs while ensuring engaged public service and effective communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years’ experience in a related field.
• Ability to obtain Arborist Certification within two years.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the Landscape and Sustainability Division.
• Plan and implement landscaping maintenance and improvement.
• Supervise assigned personnel.

Skills

Landscape design

Urban forestry

Horticulture

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

LANDSCAPE & SUSTAINABILITY DIVISION MANAGER

Department: Public Works

Pay Grade: 117

FLSA Status: Exempt

Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for managing the operations of the of the Landscape and Sustainability Division, directly supervising assigned personnel, and for managing assigned Capital Improvement Projects. This position reports to the Public Works Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans for and manages the implementation of maintenance, restoration, and improvement of landscaping on City properties and rights of way.
• Develops and manages division budgets and projects.
• Plans, develops, and manages the urban forestry program, sustainability program, and beautification program.
• Manages equipment and material supply inventories.
• Exercises direct supervision over assigned personnel.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, or related field or equivalent; five (5) to eight (8) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an Arborist Certification within two years of employment.
• Possession of, or ability obtain within one year of employment, a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of landscape design, including site analysis, conceptual design, grading, drainage and irrigation, construction, and planting.
• Knowledge of the City’s tree protection ordinance, landscape ordinance, master plans and relevant state laws.
• Knowledge of urban forestry and horticulture, including plant identification/physiology/pathology, maintenance, and applicable pesticide use.
• Knowledge of laws related to pesticide application.
• Knowledge of landscape and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of drafting and measuring equipment.
• Skill in inventory management.
• Skill in reading and interpreting maps, drawings, and technical reports.
• Skill in creating and managing databases for tree inventory and other information related to tree management.
• Skill in preparing and delivering public presentations.
• Skill in reviewing site plans and subdivision plats.
• Skill in the use of modern office equipment.
• Skill in organizing and planning work.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light work, which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, climbing, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in an office and various outdoor environments, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.