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Title: Temporary Grounds Supervisor
VP Area: VP - CFO
Department: Physical Plant
Position Compensation: $24.79 – $27.54 / hour
Location: Main Campus

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
The Temporary Grounds Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining the beauty and functionality of campus grounds. This short-term position supports seasonal or project-based grounds needs, including landscape upkeep, snow and ice removal, and athletic field maintenance. Working collaboratively with the Facilities team, the role includes oversight of student workers and hands-on involvement in outdoor projects across campus.

Key Responsibilities:
• Grounds and Landscape Maintenance: Maintain campus lawns, trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, and planting areas to high visual and safety standards through routine care and seasonal upkeep.
• Athletic Field and Irrigation Support: Assist in the upkeep of athletic fields and tennis courts, including synthetic turf care, irrigation systems, and field preparation based on usage and NCAA guidelines.
• Equipment Operation and Safety: Operate, maintain, and monitor groundskeeping equipment and tools, ensuring safe usage practices and timely reporting of repair needs.
• Snow and Weather Response: Respond to inclement weather by supporting snow and ice removal from roads, sidewalks, and entryways, both during and outside of regular hours.
• Student Worker Oversight and Collaboration: Support the hiring, scheduling, training, and task coordination of student workers in collaboration with the Facilities team, fostering safe and productive work practices.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two years of groundskeeping or related experience
• Ability to perform physical tasks related to landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Valid driver’s license
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Nice To Have:
• Experience with irrigation system installation or troubleshooting
• Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator license within one year
• Experience working with synthetic turf or athletic field maintenance

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Moderate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends and on-call as needed.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

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