Supervisor, Grounds Operations

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number 2026672 Posting/Functional Title Supervisor, Grounds Operations University Pay Plan Title Supv, Grounds Operations Location San Marcos Department Facilities Services Recruitment Type Open Recruiting Job Type Full-Time Funding Source Permanent Monthly Salary $4,483.00 Job Category Non-Exempt Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Cultural management of turf and plant materials
• Landscape maintenance equipment guidelines.
• Policies, and laws related to chemical usage; usage of materials, equipment, and tools related to grounds maintenance.
• Safety practices and procedures related to grounds maintenance including OSHA and SDS information.
• Supervising staff of 3 or more and interacting with others departments; addressing customer concerns.
• Effectively directing the work of others and motivate output.
• Prioritizing workload; problem solving and decision making.
• Read and understand technical materials, laws and regulations, and chemical labels.
• Maintain records; complete work orders, process purchase requests, monitor shop budget.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
• Perform basic math; use measuring devices; review time sheets, interpret policies and procedures to staff, and communicate concerns to management.
• Prepare and conduct training for staff; establish and maintain a filing system.
• Hold a Texas Department of Agriculture-Pesticide Applicators License
• Over 3 years of supervising employees

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hiring, promoting and disciplinary actions of staff.
• Experience with committee participation.

Job Description

Responsible for supervising crews in the provision of an attractive, safe, and well maintained landscape by the use of tools and machinery.

Job Duties

• Responsible for supervising mowing/beds crew in daily maintenance of campus turf/beds areas and litter control.
• Daily inspection of campus to identify campus landscape needs. Schedule/prioritize weekly, monthly, and long-range work including routine work and special events.
• Provide crews with clear and specific assigned duties.
• Provide quality control of staff performance.
• Monitor and Manage employee time.
• Ensure that all employees are properly trained in all aspects of normal duties, and all employees attend required training.
• Provide Safety training.
• Identify safety hazards and mitigate or inform appropriate shops.
• Manage resources used to maintain grounds in an efficient, effective, and professional manner.
• Provide employees with needed materials, equipment, and PPE.
• Map, database, describe, and locate irrigation systems and ground areas using computer and GIS software.
• Help maintain turf/beds by mowing, trimming, fertilizing, weeding, pruning, applying pesticides, monitoring irrigation.
• Inspect grounds/irrigation systems and work in progress.
• General clean up and preparation of campus for events, move-in, move-out, commencement,
• football, tailgating, and other events, before and after.
• Create work orders and assign them to staff.
• Assist other crews to help with workload.
• Help staff with computer data entry, time entry, Performance Management.
• Schedule vehicles and equipment repairs with the garage and outside vendors.
• Make pesticide applications.
• Maintain Pesticide Applicator's license.
• Maintain TDA applicator records.
• Coordinate with outside vendors/contractors.
• Locate/contact potential vendors/contractors.
• Coordinate work with other shops.
• Coordinate work with other departments on campus.
• Track work hours, chemical use, and other items.
• Order equipment, supplies, and material needs.
• Schedule irrigation.
• Support crews in their work with materials, personnel needs, and special requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Information to Applicants Job Open Date 07/16/2026 Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) Open Until Filled Yes Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM Posting Notices Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system. Legal and Required Notices

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Why Choose Texas State University?

Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job-it's a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you'll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.

Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.

Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.

Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.

Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.

Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you're not just an employee-you're a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html

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Applicant Document

Required Documents

• Resume
• List of References

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Licensure
• Certifications

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How many employees have you supervised in past jobs?

• 1 - 2

• 3 - 4

• 5 - 6

• 6 - 8

• 10 and more

• • Describe your experience with quality control processes?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you hold a Texas Department of Agriculture-Pesticide Applicators License? Or do you have the ability to obtain one with in one year of employment?

• Yes

• No

• • How many years of experience do you have supervising employees?

• 1 - 2

• 3 - 4

• 5 - 6

• 6 - 8

• 10 and more