Grounds Manager at Chaffey College

Situated on the ancestral homeland of the Tongva Peoples, Chaffey College is one of the oldest community colleges in California and serves a variety of communities, workforce partners, and students. While other community colleges are often named after their geographic area, Chaffey College is named after local innovator, George Chaffey, who, among other things, implemented street lights in the city of Ontario. Like its namesake, we are known for an innovative culture, dynamic environment, and future-mindedness. We remain closely tied to our community and are seeking leaders who will join us in our quest to provide responsive and supportive programming to engage and improve the communities we serve. The entire campus community aspires to consistently fulfill the vision that Chaffey College “improves lives through education.”

Chaffey College celebrates the diverse communities we serve. As a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Chaffey’s student population includes over 62% identifying as Latinx, 17% White, 8% African-American/Black, 6% Asian, and smaller percentages of Filipino(2.8%), Native American (0.40%), Pacific Islander (0.30%), or decline to state (2.82%). Furthermore, 40% of our students are first-generation college students, and approximately 62% of students are eligible for some form of financial aid. The current student population identifies as 62% female and 36% male with smaller percentages who either decline to state or identify as non-binary. Approximately 5% of Chaffey’s students utilize Disabled Programs and Services for support. To support the diverse needs of these populations and their intersections, the College has developed a variety of robust equity-driven efforts in and out of the classroom including the Center for Culture and Social Justice, Panther Care, Turning Point, Success Centers, GPS Centers, and BLOOM training.

Under direction, plan organize, coordinate, and supervise the District’s grounds functions; train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; manage employee safety training programs for assigned staff; enforce appropriate safety practices and procedures; and perform related work as required. Note:  Incumbents in this position are required to be on-call and may be required to work evening and weekend hours.

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise the District’s grounds department; analyze needs and recommends improvements which maintain and enhance established standards; 
• Responsible for the maintenance of all athletic fields and District grounds areas and equipment; 
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned employees; 
• Monitor and control pesticide usage in accordance with State laws and regulations; 
• Inspect grounds and enforce appropriate safety practices and procedures; 
• Establish standards for grounds maintenance and preventive maintenance; 
• Utilize a computerized work order management system; 
• Inspect District grounds and related equipment to determine necessary maintenance and repair, review work in progress to assure proper completion of work orders and contracts; 
• Monitor proper implementation of District water management programs; 
• Develop, monitor, and control expenditures within allocated annual budgets; 
• Communicate with vendors regarding the purchase of grounds supplies and equipment; 
• Respond to emergency calls, if needed; inspect site for damage and make necessary repairs or contact appropriate employee(s) or contractor(s) to correct the problem; 
• Maintain a variety of records pertaining to grounds maintenance;
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university;
• A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in grounds maintenance, preferably at a community college, including at least two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity;
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license;
• Clear evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
• Possession of a current Qualified Applicator License (QAL)

• Methods, materials, and equipment used in grounds maintenance;
• Health and safety regulations and procedures;
• State laws and regulations for pesticide usage and control;
• District organization, operations, policies, and objectives;
• Principles and practices of supervision and training;
• Budget preparation and control;
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies;
• Oral and written communication skills.

• Perform a variety of responsible duties related to the supervision of grounds maintenance services;
• Plan, organize, schedule, assign, and review grounds work and projects;
• Train, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel;
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Qualified Applicator License (QAL) (This is a required minimum qualification.  Upload QAL as supplemental/other attachment for your application to be considered complete)
• Copy of Transcripts (if you are using education to meet the qualifications) (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred - photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Educational requirements must be met on or before the closing date.)