Job Information
SUNY Suffolk County Community College Grounds Maintenance Supervisor in Selden, New York
SCCC REFERENCE #: 25-05
DATE: March 3, 2025
TITLE: Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
CAMPUS: Grant Campus in Brentwood
START DATE: ASAP
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full Time
RANK: Civil Service
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The College has one Grounds Maintenance Supervisor (Grade 22) position on the Michael J. Grant Campus.
The shift will be from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class supervises the maintenance and improvement of municipal grounds, which may include parks, beaches and grounds surrounding local governmental facilities. The incumbent plans and monitors the work of skilled trades personnel, laborers and clerical personnel. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, assigns and supervises the seeding and mowing of lawns, the planting and pruning of trees and shrubbery, the raking of leaves, snow/ice removal and pretreatment of the entire campus (roads, entrances, parking lots, sidewalks/pedestrian paths and loading docks, etc.).
Inspects health and wellness/safety of foliage and trees on and around campus.
Supervises the operation and routing maintenance of motor vehicles and equipment assigned to the ground’s maintenance unit.
Coordinates, oversees, and assists with relocation of furniture, office and event supplies from building to building on the campus or transferred to another campus.
Coordinates, oversees, and assists with outside event set-ups and take downs – including putting out signage/banners – Install banners around the campus.
Proposes landscaping plans for government buildings, parks and recreational facilities and other government property;
Prepares the annual budget for the unit, including cost estimates of necessary equipment and supplies;
Prepares progress reports on maintenance projects and makes recommendations for grounds improvement programs;
May prepare bid specifications requiring a specialized knowledge of trees, shrubs and other plants; inspects deliveries of such materials purchased to insure their quality.
Other duties as assigned.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the methods used in propagating, planting, cultivating, pruning and general care of plants, flowers, shrubs and lawns; thorough knowledge of the growth characteristics and basic care requirements of flowers, plants and shrubs; good knowledge of the tools, terminology and practices of grounds keeping and construction trades; good knowledge of the means used to combat insects, fungi and parasites; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of intermediate supervisors, skilled trades personnel, clerical personnel and laborers in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to make accurate estimates of labor, time and materials and to keep accurate records; ability to make, interpret and work from technical sketches and plans; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and five (5) years of experience in grounds maintenance work, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
HIRING SALARY:
The shift will be from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE:
Suffolk County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, equal pay compensation-sex, national origin, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or disability in its admissions, programs and activities, or employment. This applies to all employees, students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the Civil Rights Compliance Officers/Coordinators listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination polices:
Civil Rights Compliance Officers
Christina Vargas
Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator
Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230
533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899
vargasc@sunysuffolk.edu
(631) 451-4950
or
Dionne Walker-Belgrave
Affirmative Action Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230
533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899
walkerd@sunysuffolk.edu
(631) 451-4051
In an emergency, contact Public Safety to make a report 24 hours a day/7 days a week by calling (631) 451-4242 or dialing 311 from any College phone.
Inquiries or complaints concerning alleged civil rights violations in the College’s education admissions, programs and activities may also be directed to:
Office for Civil Rights (OCR) – Enforcement Office
U.S. Department of Education
32 Old Slip, 26th Floor
New York, NY 10005-2500
Telephone: (646) 428-3800
Fax: (646) 428-3843
TDD: (877) 521-2172
Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov
Also see: https://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm
Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination in employment practices may also be directed to:
NYS Division of Human Rights
Long Island (Suffolk)
New York State Office Building
250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2B-49
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Telephone: (631) 952-6434
TDD: (718) 741-8300
Email: InfoLongIsland@dhr.ny.gov
Also see: https://dhr.ny.gov/how-file-complaint
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
New York District Office
33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Telephone: (800) 669-4000
Fax: (212) 336-3790
TTY: (800) 669-6820
ASL Video Phone: (844) 234-5122
Also see: https://www.eeoc.gov/field/newyork/charge.cfm
Suffolk County Community College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment, education, access to services, programs, and activities, including career and technical education opportunities.
A copy of the postsecondary career and technical education courses offered by the College is available and may be obtained on our website at: www.sunysuffolk.edu/explore-academics/college-catalog or by calling the Office of Admissions at 631-451-4000 to request a mailing.