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SalaryGettysburg College is seeking a full-time (40 hours per week) Grounds Specialist to work in the College’s Grounds Department. The Grounds Specialist is a working member of the College’s grounds crew who performs various duties to maintain and assure the attractive appearance of the campus through the execution of daily and planned maintenance activities. The position reports directly to the Grounds Supervisor, and the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services.
Status: Full-Time Support Staff
Why should you choose a career with Gettysburg College? Full-time employees enjoy bountiful benefits including:
Status: Full-Time Support Staff
Why should you choose a career with Gettysburg College? Full-time employees enjoy bountiful benefits including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Excellent college-paid tuition benefits for employees and their dependents
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, and holiday pay)
- College provides a generous contribution to retirement annuity (waiting period applies)
- FREE access to amenities including our state-of-the-art fitness center, library, chapel, meditation room, delicious dining options, parking and a beautiful campus.
- Access to an on-campus child care center and health center
- Discounts on dining and at the bookstore
- Computer purchasing program
- Uniforms provided
- Training and development opportunities
- Reasonable working hours
- A Great Place to Work!
Qualifications
A minimum of two years’ experience in a related field is preferred. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently or in groups, precisely follow directions, work in extreme weather conditions, and work overtime when required. Knowledge of current landscaping practices and experience using general grounds equipment is preferred. Driving is an essential function of this position; therefore a valid driver’s license is required. The successful candidate must have a favorable driving record as outlined by the College’s fleet policy.
Gettysburg College seeks candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members.
Special Instructions Summary
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Posting Number
20100857A
EEO Statement
Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.
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- Referral from Gettysburg College staff, faculty, friend or family member
- Craigslist
- CASE (Council for Advancement & Support of Education)
- Consortium for Faculty Diversity
- Diverseeducation.com
- Frederick News Post - Local Newspaper
- Gettysburg College Digest
- Gettysburg College Website
- Gettysburg Times - Local Newspaper
- Hanover Evening Sun - Local Newspaper
- PA CareerLink
- HigherEdJobs.com
- HispanicOutlook.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Indeed.com
- LGBTQIA+ in Higher Ed Website
- Merchandiser - Local Newspaper
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- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Women in Higher Ed Website
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- NCAA
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- If you noted "Referral from Gettysburg College employee", "Other website or Listserv", or "Other Source" above, please let us know the name of the person who referred you or specifically where you heard about this employment vacancy.
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- Resume
- Cover Letter
