Director, Grounds, Waste, and Logistics

Responsibilities

• Oversees the maintenance and care of all turf, planting areas, trees, and landscaped environments, including long-term landscape development and habitat protection initiatives.
• Develops and implements comprehensive snow removal plans and serves on call during weather-related events and campus emergencies.
• Oversees and serves as liaison for waste removal, reduction, and recycling initiatives in partnership with the Office of Sustainability, Custodial Services, and Dining Services.
• Oversees and coordinates campus logistics and loading dock operations.
• Oversees the maintenance and operational readiness of loading dock infrastructure and equipment, including dock levelers, lifts, roll-up doors, forklifts, pallet jacks, and security/access systems.
• Maintains vendor contracts and service agreements, including municipal maintenance agreements as applicable.
• Leads logistical planning and operational support for University special events and campus-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in grounds management, waste management, logistics, facilities operations, or a related field.
• Horticultural training required with NYC Certified Pesticide Applicator license.
• Demonstrated experience in budget administration, staffing workflows, resource and inventory management, contract oversight, and personnel development.
• Must be available for weather related emergencies (i.e.snow), including weekends and holidays.
• Experience managing unionized workforce environments strongly preferred.