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Vacancy TypeSHRAIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoTime Limited?NoTime-Limited Appointment LengthTitleHorticultural SpecialistBand LevelJourneyWorking TitleHorticultural SpecialistSalary Range$31,200 - $54,265Anticipated Hiring Range$35,000 - $36,000Salary Grade Equivalency58Position Number00062921Work ScheduleM-F, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.Does the regular and recurring schedule of this position result in the employee working more than ½ of their hours between 4 pm and 8 am? (Meal periods do not count).NoFull Time Equivalent (FTE)1.00Department447401 - Landscape Construction ServicesDepartmentGrounds MaintenanceJob City & StateRaleigh, NCPrimary Function of Organizational Unit

The Grounds and Building Services Unit provides campus wide programs and services and support for the University’s 2000+ acres of campus landscape, 42,000 square feet of buildings and the 33,000 students and 7500 Faculty and Staff that make up the campus population. These programs and services include landscape construction and maintenance, comprehensive waste and recycling programs and services and management of the University’s auto shop and motor fleet. Revenue supported programs and services are provided to: Transportation, Housing, Dining, Athletics, Campus Recreation and individual colleges and departments.

Essential Job Duties

The primary purpose of the Horticultural Specialist position is to provide hands-on technical expertise and instruction in applied horticultural sciences in order to improve the care and culture of the diverse plant life within the NC State University campus. This person will fill in for Supervisor, in the event of supervisor’s absence.

Primary job duties include:

• Serves as the point of contact and coordinates work between Landscape and General Shop.
• Participates in all pre-planning meetings and schedules accordingly with both field supervisors.
• Responsible for managing field operations.
• Coordinates the procurement and scheduled use of resources such as labor,equipment, and materials to ensure maximum use and completion of work within budget, safety guidelines and quality standards.
• Serves as landscape supervisor’s guide and mentor field staff and assist them in carrying out their duties.
• Serves as the primary interface between the customer and the crew.
• Supports supervisor in developing a project plan, quality assurance plan, and a safety plan.
• Recommends cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and productivity
• Acts as the Quality Assurance Liaison for Landscape Construction Services within Grounds Management and Design and Construction Services.
• Prepares detailed monthly reports to Environmental Health & Safety Management of storm-water devices, erosion control methods and silt fencing.
• Acts as a training resource for department based on knowledge and experience in different aspects of landscape installation.
• Prepares and oversees all aspects of landscape watering and warranty program.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plant, turf, erosion and storm-water issues.

The Horticultural Specialist must understand and provide comments on design review to support all landscape functions.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Position serves in a critical role and is essential to the operations of the university. May be required to work during adverse weather conditions and work even if the university closes. Aid in snow removal as directed by supervisors.

Minimum Experience/Education

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.

Departmental Required Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.

Position serves in a critical role and employee must work during adverse weather conditions and may be required to work even if the University is closed to normal operations.

Experience in grounds landscape installation, horticulture and/or arboriculture.

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

A high level of applicable turf and irrigation and trade knowledge.

Three to five years grounds installation, horticulture and/or arboriculture experience.

Required License or Certification

Valid Driver’s License Required.
North Carolina Driver’s License required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

North Carolina Pesticide License required within 6 months of completion of probationary period and must be maintained throughout employment.

Special Instructions

If you attach a copy of your resume, please make sure the work history listed on the application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

Job Open Date08/15/2019Must Be Open Until---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)08/22/2019Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire Date09/01/2019Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please provide the source you learned about this opportunity from.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Contact Information for References