Grounds Supervisor

About the role

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work **This is an Anticipated Vacancy** This position is located at Neuse Correctional Institution in Goldsboro, North Carolina. This is a medium custody male facility. This position reports to the Maintenance/Construction Technician IV and is responsible for technical guidance and supervision to grounds crew. Key Duties Include: (1) Managing construction, modification and general upkeep of grounds areas, including the standard application of horticultural practices. (2) Conferring with superiors concerning proposed work assignments and suggesting practical ways to schedule work procedures. (3) Supervise assigned crews in mowing lawns, constructing sidewalks, parking lots, formal gardens and in general grounds maintenance activities. (4) Supervise equipment operators and grounds personnel in excavating areas, removing trees and wrecking old buildings. (5) Supervise the repair of surfaced roads and the removal of trash, leaves and snow. (6) Prepare requisitions for supplies, materials and equipment. (7) Confer with nurserymen concerning plant adaptability, accepted usage and sources of supply. (8) Coordinate grounds upkeep work with building maintenance personnel so that equipment and materials can be more efficiently used. (9) Perform related work and other duties as needed. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Considerable knowledge of the horticultural practices and techniques applicable to the layout and upkeep of formal gardens and grounds. Considerable knowledge of ornamental shrubs, plants, and flowers and their uses in landscape work. Ability to adjust and make minor mechanical repairs to equipment such as tractors, mowers, disks, and rakes. Ability to supervise and maintain effective working relationships with crew and other grounds personnel. Salary Grade Range: $33,902 - $59,327 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: -Must possess the ability to operate/work on common types of lawn equipment. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This is an Anticipated Vacancy State Benefits Information: The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State Benefit s website for additional information. Supplemental Application Information: Application Process NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include: Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. Veterans' and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state