BUILDING & GROUNDS SUPERVISOR
RIVER FALLS (AREA 48)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CODE: 09-03150
Location: This position is located in Facilities Management at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
Salary: Starting salary is between $34,598 to $57,088 per year, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required. The pay schedule/range is 81-04. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.
Job Duties: Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Management, this position functions as the Supervisor for Grounds Maintenance, supervising a team of Facility Repair Workers, Gardeners and Groundskeepers. This position oversees the maintenance and installation of all campus landscaping, including flower and shrub beds, trees, turf and outdoor features, support of outdoor activities including athletics, intramural Student Life and Conferences and Events. Direct seasonal maintenance of all sidewalks, streets and lots to ensure cleanliness and safety. As a working supervisor, up to 30% of this position can be spent performing duties similar to the duties performed by the employees supervised. This position is on call for emergencies and will call in other employees as needed.
Special Notice : For a copy of UW River Falls campus safety information and crime statistics/Annual Security Report see http://www.uwrf.edu/public-safety/resources/crime_report.pdf or call Public Safety at (715)425-3133 for a paper copy. Must be able to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver's license upon appointment. A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective supervisory, problem solving, and leadership techniques required to supervise staff. Knowledge of horticultural principles, equipment operation and maintenance, tools, methods, techniques and terminology used in the maintenance and installation of campus landscaping, features, snow and ice control; preventative maintenance programs and the ability to implement an effective program. Must have ability to organize, delegate, and direct a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously; read and understand operation manuals, technical drawings, blueprints and related documents; manage work duties by planning, prioritizing, scheduling, and expediting each request; communicate effectively (oral and written) and the interpersonal skills necessary to interact with coworkers, supervisor, other staff, and the public; and technical skill and dexterity to operate a variety of electronic equipment, including computer stations. Must be able to work outside of regular schedule for emergencies and special events and provide UWRF with contact information to be used in the event of an emergency and be willing to respond in a timely manner. Must have mathematical skills necessary to calculate percentages, ratios, distance, area, volume, and cost estimates as well as budget principles.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you will be required to complete an online exam. Applying is a six-step process. Step 1: Log on to http://wisc.jobs . Create an account or enable your existing account if you have applied for State jobs in the past. Note: If you receive a security prompt when logging in, please click “yes.” Step 2: Search for the job announcement by clicking “Job Search” and “More Search Options.” Enter 0903150 as “Keyword” and click “Search.” Click on the blue job announcement title. Preview and print the exam so that you can prepare your responses to the exam. When completed, return to apply after your responses have been prepared. Step 3: Click on the “Apply Now” button at the top or bottom of the screen. Review the information in the “My Job Application” making any necessary updates and click on “Submit Personal Information.” Step 4: Complete the information on the Employment Information and Preferences screen. This must be completed to apply for this recruitment. Once completed, click the “Update Employment Preferences.” A resumé is required to apply for this position. Follow the prompts to create a resumé or to upload an existing resumé and click “Continue.” Step 5: At the “Application Detail” screen, click on the “View Exam Option” button, and the “Take Exam” button on the next screen. Step 6: Copy your answers into the exam and click “Save and Continue” at the bottom of every page. When you are finished with the exam, click the ' Save and Finalize' button, and at the exam summary window, click the
'Finalize' button. If you return later to update your exam, you must 'Finalize' again or your exam may not be considered." Your responses to the questions are considered an examination and will be used to determine the eligibility for this vacancy.
NOTE: We encourage you to prepare you answers in a Word document and then copy and paste. This will speed up your time in the exam and prevent lost answers. You will be asked to submit a resume at the time of application. However, DO NOT submit a resume in lieu of the other required application materials. Incomplete application/examination materials will NOT be considered.
The deadline to apply on-line is Friday, November 13, 2009. If you have questions or problems accessing the exam, please contact Deb Schwab at (715) 425-3221, e-mail debra.schwab@uwrf.edu . Materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
