​Keene State College Facilities Services invites applications for a Grounds Event Lead to support all campus events, linked to students, staff, athletics, and off campus groups and serve as the primary Grounds Dept. contact in the supervisor's absence. This is a full-time year-round benefitted position.

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist the Supervisor as Primary Grounds Department Contact in the Supervisor’s Absence (15%)

Responsibilities include prioritizing and delegating responsibilities for requests for assistance including work order requests, ensuring completion of all assigned work orders in a timely manner, providing follow-up with work order originators, assistance and direction of student help, working collaboratively with campus constituents, direct Grounds Dept. resources and personnel as needs arise, serve as point of contact for all event set-ups requiring Grounds Dept.

Worker – Grounds Liaison (15%)

Responsibilities include receiving and responding to calls for assistance of the Grounds Dept., communicating with appropriate persons or departments to resolve matters. This can range from benign to an emergency. Directly supervise and train student workers as assigned.

Work Order Requests: Event Set-Ups and Planning (30%)

Coordinate most office and furniture moves with those involved as well as with fellow ground workers. Assist in planning event layouts in spaces on campus. Coordinate event set-ups with catering as well as those responsible for the space that is being utilized.

Maintenance of a Section of Campus (40%)

Responsibilities currently include Keddy Hall, 361 Main St., The Commons, Pondside 3, Redfern Arts Center, Pondside 1, Pondside 2, 3 houses on Appleton. This includes seasonal landscape maintenance, mowing, pruning, snow/ice control. Planning and prioritization of work, training, supervision and coordination of student help, knowledge of required equipment and safety regulations and light maintenance of equipment. Other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Three years related experience

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

• Ability to obtain Defensive Driving Certification within first 6 months of employment

• Ability to obtain forklift certification within first year of employment. (Can be provided and completed through KSC health and safety programs)

• Ability to obtain an NHDOT medical card

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Proven communication skills, both oral and written

• Basic computer skills needed for email, work order system, Microsoft Office Suite etc.

• Supervisory and interpersonal relationship skills

• Willingness to learn new skills/methods

• Knowledge of the use of power tools and equipment of the trades

Other Requirements:

• Position involves heavy lifting, working in a variety of workplace conditions and the ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary. Post offer, pre-employment physical exam also required.

• Weekend and call-in hours as required.

• Complete KSC workshops on rider-mower safety, tree and shrub pruning techniques, workplace mgt. and others as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional years related experience that will contribute to departmental needs

• Knowledge of KSC campus or other college university settings

• Familiarity with work management systems.

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration.  Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Compensation Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

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