Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S01512P Working Title GROUNDS KEEPER II Department Athletics Director's Office About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday 8-5
Will work some nights and weekends

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience Posting Date 01/15/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/28/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title GROUNDS KEEPER II Pay Grade 040 FLSA Non-Exempt Job Family Facilities FTE 100 Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade and some experience related to this class of work

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

Responsible for maintaining the grounds keeping unit of the Athletic Association.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be willing to work overtime during football, soccer and softball seasons.

- Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, customers and the general public.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with random issues.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job; the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; lift approximately 30 lbs, stoop, squat, operate lawn mower, edger, blower, etc.

Must have ability to work in hot and cold climates.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, and peripheral vision.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Daily maintenance of designated playing surfaces including mowing and irrigating.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with maintenance of common areas.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with game day setup for assigned sports.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist Director of Sports Turf with fertilizer applications.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with game day painting at Sanford Stadium.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate painting of event, practice and meets areas.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with post game care of playing surface at Sanford Stadium (filling divots, removal of team benches and dog house).

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Performs other related work as required by the Director of Sports Turf and the Assistant Athletic Director for Facility Operations.

Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents