California State University, San Bernardino

Landscape and Fleet Manager (Administrator I)/Facilities Management

SALARY

Depends on Qualifications

LOCATION

San Bernardino, CA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

2018-00331

DIVISION

Administration & Finance

DEPARTMENT

FM - Grounds

OPENING DATE

05/25/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

SALARY

Depends on Qualifications

LOCATION

San Bernardino, CA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

2018-00331

DIVISION

Administration & Finance

DEPARTMENT

FM - Grounds

OPENING DATE

05/25/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

Overview

Employment Status: Full-time, regular "exempt" position, included in the Management Personnel Plan (MPP).

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, occasional evening and weekend hours.

First Review Deadline: This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed beginning June 8, 2018.

"Please attach a cover letter, resume (or curricula vitae) and diversity statement. The diversity statement may include your interpretation of diversity, inclusion, gender equity and must include specific examples of how your educational/professional experiences, background/philosophy has prepared you for the role you are applying for at California State University, San Bernardino. (Maximum 250 words)"

Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Director of Facilities Management, the Landscape and Fleet Manager provides leadership and oversight for all landscaping and vehicle maintenance at the California State University, San Bernardino campus and the Palm Desert satellite campus. Manages landscape maintenance, tree management, parking lot maintenance, athletic fields, the University's Conservation Garden, and the campus automotive fleet. This position supports a cooperative environment working with members of the campus community including Special Events and Guest Services, Facilities Planning Design and Construction, Water Resource Institute, Housing, Academic Deans, and Students to create outdoor space that can be utilized for research, instruction, and recreation.

Typical Activities

Major Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management 20%
Strategic Planning 20%
University and Community Partnerships 10%
Functional Oversight and Operations 50%

List of Tasks for each Responsibility:
1. Leadership and Management:
Works to ensure that the Landscape and Fleet group is implementing best management practices on campus. Sets landscape maintenance expectations. Supports and moves new initiatives forward. Identifies current and future challenges and proposes solutions. Facilitates an environment that motivates, empowers, and inspires commitment from employees. Demonstrates commitment to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Works with a spirit of collaboration, inclusion, respect, and collegiality. Creates a team environment where employees are recognized individually and as a team for their accomplishments and success. Builds competence in others through effective coaching, performance management and mentoring. Provides outstanding customer service to campus partners. Understands the importance of the outdoor environment in student success.

2. Strategic Planning:
Recommends, creates, and implements long and short-term strategic and operational plans for Landscape and Fleet. Develops plans and programs to improve campus sustainability efforts through water conservation, sustainable landscape practices, and vehicle and equipment replacement programs. Ensures goals align with the overall mission of the University. Effectively communicates goals and objectives and trains employees on campus expectations. Managing the Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPM), Irrigation Maintenance, Computerized Irrigation Central Controllers (e.g. CalSense), and Irrigation Installations. Tree, plant selection, and installation. Managing equipment operations such as mowing, tractors, and small equipment, tree operations. Working with staff or contractors to design landscapes.

3. University and Community Partnerships:
As a member of the University community, ensures a community-focused approach to landscape management. Identifies and anticipates campus community needs. Builds effective relationships both internally and externally. Initiates and develops strong working relationships with the community. Specifically works to find opportunities to create "living labs" within the campus landscape. Supports the existing conservation garden and the Water Institute in their mission to educate the community. Works with outside groups to bring recognition to the campus for our efforts in grounds maintenance, tree care, and sustainability.

4. Functional Oversight and Operations:
Oversees the effective management and daily operations of assigned staff including lead grounds workers (4), grounds workers (10), equipment operators (2), irrigators (2), and Mechanics (2). Supervises, coordinates, assigns and directs grounds and automotive activities. Helps define priorities of work and communicates this information to all staff involved. Monitors work progress and completion utilizing a computerized maintenance management system. Manages landscape projects and new landscape installations. Reviews construction projects for compliance with campus standards and requirements. Assists in the formulation, development, interpretation, implementation, and development of policies, procedures, standards, and programs related to Automotive and Grounds Maintenance. Oversees and exercises control over University budgets pertaining to Automotive and Grounds. Manages landscape contracts and notifies the Union of contract work as appropriate. Serves as the on-campus arborist and Certified Pesticide Applicator. Performs 24/7 call-in duties.

Supervision of Others:

Administrative Support Assistant
Lead Automobile Mechanic
Grounds Mechanic
Equipment Operators
Lead Grounds workers
Grounds Workers
Lead Irrigation Specialist
Irrigation Specialist

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Five years of progressively responsible automotive and grounds management, horticulture, or arboriculture experience, to include a minimum of three years leading or supervising the work of others, or an equivalent of education and experience.
Experience managing grounds in a University environment is highly desirable.

Knowledge Of:

The incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of the grounds and automotive trades, including but not limited to: landscape maintenance, tree management, parking lot maintenance, athletic fields, and maintenance of the campus automotive fleet.
Knowledge of Integrated Management Plan (IPM), Irrigation Maintenance, Computerized Irrigation Central Controllers (e.g. CalSense), and Irrigation Installations.
Knowledge of tree, plant selection, and installation.

Abilities/Skills:

The incumbent must also possess strong interpersonal skills; the ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships and to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies within the university and with contractors and consultants.

Required Certifications:

California Driver's License Class C
Qualified Applicator Certificate – California Department of Pesticide Regulation
Certified Arborist – International Society of Arboriculture

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift, lower, push, and pull loads ranging in weight from 5-60 lbs.; must be able to carry loads ranging from 20-50 lbs. for distances up to 20 feet; must be capable of kneeling, reaching overhead, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, twisting, stooping, and bending; depending upon the project, employee may spend 20-50% of day sitting, 20-50% of day standing, 20-50% of day walking.

Supplemental Information

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: http://hrd.csusb.edu/conflictInterest.html

This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

Employer: California State University, San Bernardino
Phone: (909) 537-5138
Website: http://www.csusb.edu

Address: 5500 University Parkway

San Bernardino, California, 92407

Employer: California State University, San Bernardino
Phone: (909) 537-5138
Website: http://www.csusb.edu
Address: 5500 University Parkway

San Bernardino, California, 92407

Landscape and Fleet Manager (Administrator I)/Facilities Management Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1: By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers. Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.

Yes

No
* QUESTION 2: Are you a current CSU San Bernardino employee?

Yes

No
* QUESTION 3: What is your current classification title at CSU San Bernardino? (This should be your classification rather than your working title.) If you are not affiliated with CSU San Bernardino, please write in Not Applicable.
* QUESTION 4: What is your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Associate/ Vocational Degree or Equivalent

Bachelor's/ Undergraduate Degree or Equivalent

Master's Degree or Equivalent

Postgraduate Degree or Equivalent
* QUESTION 5: How many year(s) of experience do you have in automotive and grounds management, horticulture, or arboriculture?

I have no experience working in this field.

Less than 1 year of experience.

At least 1 year of experience but less than 2 years.

At least 2 years of experience but less than 3 years.

At least 3 years of experience but less than 4 years.

At least 4 years of experience but less than 5 years.

Five or more years of experience.
* QUESTION 6: Please describe your years of experience in automotive and grounds management, horticulture, or arboriculture. In your answer, please list the name of the organization where you acquired your experience, the length of time in the organization and your level of responsibility in that organization. If you do not possess any experience, please indicate "N/A."
* QUESTION 7: Do you possess experience in leading or supervising the work of others?

I have no experience working in this field.

Less than 1 year of experience.

At least 1 year of experience but less than 2 years.

At least 2 years of experience but less than 3 years

Three or more years of experience.
* QUESTION 8: Please describe your experience in management and supervision of professional staff. In your answer, please list the name of the organization where you acquired your experience, the length of time in the organization and your level of responsibility in that organization. If you do not possess any experience, please indicate "N/A.".
* QUESTION 9: Do you possess experience in designing new landscape installations, project management, and developing a project budget?

Yes

No
* QUESTION 10: Please describe your experience in designing new landscape installations, project management, and developing a project budget.
* QUESTION 11: Do you possess a Qualified Pesticide Applicator License?

Yes

No
* QUESTION 12: If selected yes, please include the Qualified Pesticide Applicator license number.
* QUESTION 13: Are you a certified Arborist?

Yes

No
* QUESTION 14: If selected yes, please include the certification number.
* QUESTION 15: Describe your management experience and particularly your experience working in a union environment.
* QUESTION 16: Describe your experience with water-efficient landscape methods.
* QUESTION 17: Did you attach a cover letter, resume and diversity statement with application materials? (All items are required. Failure to attached documents will disqualify your application)

Yes

No; * Required Question