Landcare Student Coordinator

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Facilities Management is a department within University Services which is composed of the departments and people who deliver the non-academic operations across the University of Minnesota system. Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for all buildings, grounds and the energy management needs of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. Facilities Management works to provide a safe, reliable and welcoming campus in support of the University's mission of teaching, research and outreach. FM's responsibilities include over 25 million square feet in more than 280 buildings across 1200 acres in the Twin Cities.

Landcare is an operations unit within Facilities Management, responsible for campus landscape design and maintenance. This position assists with the recruitment, onboarding, and training of student employees, as well as leads, coordinates and inspects student work. As a lead worker, this position works alongside student employees, and trains students on Landcare procedures and standards. The position reports to a Landcare supervisor.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruitment and Onboarding (20%)
* Assist with management of the online job application intake and review process: maintain and update posting, review incoming applications, interview student candidates, make recommendations about hiring.
* Attend student job fairs and other recruitment events as appropriate to engage potential employees and share information about Landcare's student employment program.
* Work with students to ensure completion of all necessary paperwork including I9s, passport, drivers license, background check authorization, scheduling information, etc.
* Request student PAN process.
* Ensure student academic schedules fit with department scheduling needs.
* Provide student orientation including department overview, review of SOPs, supplying PPE, introducing campus locations and staff, initial training, etc.
* Other tasks as assigned.

Administrative and Coordination Activities (40%)
* Schedule student labor to meet the needs of various Landcare crews and work locations.
* Scout campus for student work projects such as mowing, mulching, trimming, litter collection, planting, etc. Estimate project hours and assign students accordingly.
* Coordinate logistics of student work, including materials, equipment and transportation between campus locations.
* Meet with student crews daily to coordinate and schedule work. Collaborate with supervisor and fulltime gardening staff to ensure student labor resources are assigned efficiently and effectively across campus.
* Regularly inspect student work to ensure compliance with Landcare standards. Work alongside students to correct inadequate work.
* Receive and review student time-off requests for approval with supervisor.
* Monitor student attendance and assist supervisor with attendance policy enforcement.
* Advise supervisor regarding student performance and advancement.
* Review and approve student time cards.
* Ensure student completion of required safety trainings.
* Other tasks as assigned.

Lead Worker (40%)
* Work alongside students to complete assigned tasks and demonstrate proper standards and procedures.
* Perform student tasks/supplement student crews when needed to assist with campus event service, snow removal, ice management, and landscape maintenance.
* Train students on the safe and proper use and care of tools and equipment including pruning shears, mowers, weed whips, blowers, edgers, carts and UTVs, etc.
* Other tasks as assigned.

Physical and environmental requirements
This position works in both an office setting and outdoors and is exposed to year-round weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain and snow. The position will be required to drive University vehicles on campus and between campus facilities. Work may involve the use of various mechanized equipment requiring personal protective equipment (PPE). All required PPE will be provided by the employer. Depending on the tasks assigned, the position may be working independently or with a team.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required (minimum) qualifications
* High School diploma/GED and two years operations and/or student support experience.
* AA degree in horticulture, facilities management or related field
* Ability to lead student workers on specific tasks.
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Skilled in the use of digital technology including computers, electronic communications devices, social media, spreadsheets and digital calendar software
* Experience operating grounds maintenance equipment
* Valid Driver's License
* Ability to repetitively lift and carry 50 lbs

Preferred qualifications
* Knowledge of horticulture and/or grounds maintenance
* 6 months experience as a grounds maintenance worker

Pay Range: $21.90-$29.27/hr depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).