Foreperson of Gardens and Grounds
Core
Non-supervisory leadership role coordinating and overseeing departmental programs, gardening activities, and contracted support for gardens and grounds.
Role type
Senior IC Foreperson of Gardens and Grounds
Builds
Campus gardens, grounds, irrigation systems, tree management programs, and pool mechanical systems
Domain
Horticulture, landscape maintenance, and facility operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) expertise, horticulture management, tree management, irrigation system oversight, turf maintenance, masonry coordination, mechanical system maintenance, contractor supervision, emergency response coordination, pesticide application compliance
Preferred skills
DC DOH Certified Pool Operator license, ISA arborist certification, Spanish fluency
Technologies
ArborScope, irrigation programming systems
Responsibilities
Oversee IPM activities and pesticide compliance; coordinate emergency and storm response; manage tree inventory, pruning, and removals; supervise turf maintenance and renovations; ensure irrigation system functionality; train and coordinate volunteers; oversee masonry, blacksmithing, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work; monitor pool mechanical and chemical systems; perform acting Director duties during absence
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC