What are the responsibilities and job description for the Turf Specialist position at University of Missouri-Columbia?
Landscape Services
Assist with planning, management and care of the campus turfgrass program and campus irrigation systems with the twin goals to be effective and efficient stewards of these resources, including supervising/overseeing the staff/contractors performing this work on the campus.
Responsibilities:
Manage the campus turfgrass program and irrigation systems that support this program. Select/specify the materials and equipment utilized in the care of campus lawns and irrigation systems.
Coordinate those events/activities that involve on-campus and off-campus users of campus outdoor areas. Perform utility locates of campus irrigation systems as requested.
Supervise/train other Campus Facilities-Landscape Services (CF-LS) staff in the methods and means utilized in the care of campus lawns and in-ground irrigation systems.
Maintain electronic files, records and maps of the campus turfgrass program and irrigation systems.
Develop and make recommendations for improvement to the campus turfgrass program/irrigation systems.
Collect data and observations for turfgrass, irrigation systems, and equipment records. Perform and compile the results of soil testing.
Manage the equipment/vehicles involved in the turfgrass program and oversee the equipment maintenance program. Maintain records for equipment/vehicles.
Participate in the removal/treatment of snow/ice from the campus.
Participate in the operations of CF-LS and activities of the Mizzou Botanic Garden (MUBG).
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday
Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Valid Commercial Driver's License required.
Missouri Pesticide Applicators Certification required.
Salary Range: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour
Grade: GGS-008
University Title: CSM Associate II
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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
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We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
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Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.
Salary : $26 - $29
