Eastern Washington University

Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University.. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.. Required Qualifications Associates degree in Horticulture, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science or related field, and/or demonstration of a mixture of the necessary education and experience.. Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science or a related field.. Position will remove debris, snow and ice from walks, stairways, roads and parking areas; Operate power equipment such as light tractors, trucks, sweepers, sprayers, leaf and snow blowers in support of maintenance functions in the event of campus emergencies or inclement weather as determined by the Director of Facilities Services.

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Posting Details Working Title Grounds & Nursery Specialist 4 - (Landscape Master Plan Implementation Specialist) Posting Number 2024049CP Position Information Classification Title Grounds Nursery Srvs Spec 4 Classification Code 591L RCW Exemption Criteria No Exemption EWU Position Number C99007 CUPA Code N-810020 - Groundskeeper Lead/Supervisor FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit BU 1 % Full Time 100 Salary / Wage Range CS - 37 Salary Information $42,552 – $56,712 Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. Anticipated Start Date 8/1/2024 Term of Appointment 12 months per year Location Cheney campus County Spokane Project Description Project Duration Background Check Yes - Access to Funds or other items of value Responsible HR User Kenlyn Mackey Responsible HR User Email address kmackey2@ewu.edu Position Details Job Summary Eastern Washington University is currently recruiting for a Landscape Master Plan Implementation Specialist – Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 4. This position is responsible for the planning of, and execution of landscape projects overseen by the Office of Sustainability. This is a full time year round position.Position will report to EWU’s Director of Sustainability.Position will, with little or no direction, cultivate and maintain a diverse array of native and environmentally appropriate plant species within a greenhouse utilizing industry recognized methods. Position monitors to ensure health of growing plants including soil preparation, watering, fertilization, and pest management.Position will perform multiple duties relating to the care and maintenance of university grounds, greenhouse or gardening programs.Position will be involved in sprinkler irrigation and the maintenance of a ground’s maintenance program.Propagates and cares for trees, shrubs, and forage plants. Performs soil analysis, maintains growth records on propagations.Position will collaborate with the Landscape Maintenance department to provide guidance and direction in execution of plantings and landscape conversion in congruence with the organizations landscape master plan and sustainable goals.This position may supervise student employees. This position will work with contractors, consultants, university departments and staff to identify best practices and develop operational plans for the execution of landscape conversion in congruence with the university’s Climate Resiliency Landscape Master Plan.Additionally, this position will work closely with faculty, staff, and students to maintain the Eastern Washington University Prairie Restoration Project and Campus Community Garden.This position pays $42,552 – $56,712. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: . About Eastern Washington University Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD).Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.Tribal Land AcknowledgementEastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land. Diversity Statement EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws. Conditions of Employment This position requires continuous walking and maintaining of stamina during workday. Frequent sitting, standing, bending over, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling, repetitive use of hands/arms, repetitive use of legs, lifting of up to 50 pounds, carrying of up to 50 pounds, eye/hand coordination. Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical.This position is an “Essential Services” Position. The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.This position works continuously outside. The work environment varies in temperature between very hot, and very cold. This position works in high places in an environment that can be dry, wet, dirty and/or dusty.Have essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation.This position will work five days per week, between the hours of 3:30 am and 5:00 pm based on staffing requirements and business needs of the department. This position will also work an occasional weekend, dependent on special events.This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. Upon hire employees will complete required DEI, Hazing, and Harassment and Title IX training. The online training is located at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site at: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2021-2023-FINAL.pdf Physical Demands This position requires continuous walking and maintaining of stamina during workday. Frequent sitting, standing, bending over, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling, repetitive use of hands/arms, repetitive use of legs, lifting of up to 50 pounds, carrying of up to 50 pounds, eye/hand coordination. Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical. This position works continuously outside. The work environment varies in temperature between very hot, and very cold. This position works in high places in an environment that can be dry, wet, dirty and/or dusty.If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Kenlyn Mackey at kmackey2@ewu.edu. Pre-Placement Physical Yes Hearing Test Yes Medical Monitoring Post Hire Yes Protective Equipment Eye protection e.g. (safety goggles, glasses), appropriate clothing e.g. (pants, chaps, long sleeved shirts), Hearing protection e.g. (earmuffs, ear plugs), respiratory, e.g. (dust masks, respirators). University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed. Required Qualifications Associates degree in Horticulture, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science or related field, and/or demonstration of a mixture of the necessary education and experience.Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in cultivating and propagating plants in a controlled or natural setting.Excellent communication skills.Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, e.g. (Word, Excel, Outlook, PopwerPoint)Capacity to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.Washington State Public Pesticide Applicators License with the following endorsements: Turf and Ornamental Weeds & Ornamental Insect and Disease.Valid Driver’s license.Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated project execution and organizational skills.Previous leadership or supervisory experience.Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science or a related field. Other Skills and Abilities Work Schedule Type Regular Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8 hours daily. Schedule is flexible. Posting Date 07/02/2024 Open Until Further Notice No Closing Date 07/16/2024 Screening to Begin 7/17/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process. Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public. Application Types Accepted Application Job Duties % of Time 35 Responsibility / Duty Plant Cultivation and ManagementCultivate and maintain a diverse array of native Palouse Prairie plant species within the greenhouse.Plan, cultivate and maintain a diverse array of plantings within the campus community garden.Monitor and ensure the health and growth of plants, including soil preparation, watering, fertilization, and pest management.Propagate plants from seeds, cuttings, and divisions, ensuring genetic diversity. Essential Function Indicator Yes % of Time 35 Responsibility / Duty Landscaping & Landscape ManagementProvide hands-on instruction and field experiences for students interested in prairie restoration.Direct and guide students in field work for research projects related to native plant species.Organize, lead, schedule and assist volunteers and interns involved in greenhouse and field activities.Organize, lead, schedule and assist student employees involved in greenhouse and field activities.Lead, train, & instruct other campus Grounds & Nursery Specialists in the necessary care of plantings incorporated into, as well as preparation and execution of campus landscape conversions and maintenance.Work with Grounds & Nursery Services Specialists and other assigned personnel in the development and maintenance of institution grounds, landscapes, athletic fields and/or nursery or greenhouse. Essential Function Indicator Yes % of Time 10 Responsibility / Duty LeadingProvide hands-on instruction and field experiences for students interested in prairie restoration.Direct and guide students in field work for research projects related to native plant species.Organize, lead, schedule and assist volunteers and interns involved in greenhouse and field activities.Organize, lead, schedule and assist student employees involved in greenhouse and field activities.Lead, train & instruct other campus Grounds & Nursery Specialists in the necessary care of plantings incorporated into, as well as preparation and execution of campus landscape conversions and maintenance. Essential Function Indicator Yes % of Time 10 Responsibility / Duty Project CoordinationCollaborate and communicate with project managers, external consultants, staff and researchers to plan and execute greenhouse, prairie restoration and other campus activities aligned with the restoration or landscape master plan project goals.Assist with the development of departmental budgets, procure necessary supplies, and maintain accurate records of plant growth and propagation.Interpret, advise supervisor, and implement institutional procedures in relation to university landscape conversion, campus greenhouse and community garden operations.Responsible for projects and events relating to the university community garden to include but not be limited to community events, stakeholder education. Essential Function Indicator Yes % of Time 10 Responsibility / Duty OperationsOversee, monitor and maintain campus bee hives.Position will remove debris, snow and ice from walks, stairways, roads and parking areas; Operate power equipment such as light tractors, trucks, sweepers, sprayers, leaf and snow blowers in support of maintenance functions in the event of campus emergencies or inclement weather as determined by the Director of Facilities Services.May be given tasks listed in the Grounds Nursery Services Specialists descriptions. Essential Function Indicator Yes

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