Assistant Grounds Manager
Job No: 561100
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: MPP, Job Search
Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: At-Will,
Time Basis: Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long
Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
The duties of the Assistant Grounds Manager are to assist the
department Manager with facilitating departmental operations.
Duties include establishing team development with the leads and
specialists providing support and direction in daily schedules,
enforcing university policies and procedures and completing staff
evaluations.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Manager in field supervision of Lead Grounds workers
and their crews, Irrigation Specialists, Pest Control Specialist,
Tree trimmer and Equipment Operators. Implementing and coordinating
crew schedules and maximizing labor productivity. Provide direct
supervision to employees in the Waste and Recycling program.
Assist in the design and quality control of campus landscape
through the review and coordination of landscape construction
drawings for minor and major capital projects and inspection of
individual grounds sections with the goal of standardizing more
sustainable maintenance methods and consistency of maintenance
standards throughout campus.
Assist considerable the Manager experience with with
enforcement progressive of policies, discipline procedures;
procedures, incumbent grievances must processes have and performing
evaluations related to Grounds personnel.
Assist in oversight of grounds department equipment. Includes
oversight of Employees vehicle weekly inspections and monitoring of
the tracking report and making sure vehicles and equipment are
properly cleaned and maintained.
Assist in coordinating oversight of the Grounds Rainmaster
Central irrigation system with emphasis on efficient programming
with the irrigation specialist. Coordinate the Arbro Pro GPS tree
inventory system with the development of campus asset collection of
campus utilities.
Department
Beach Building Services
Department Description (Optional)
Beach
Building Services (BBS) at California State University Long
Beach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the
safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As a
large, thriving department, BBS provides facilities based
comprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics,
activities and event services. These facilities contribute to a
well-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, faculty
and staff. BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic and
transformative educational and social events and programs that make
CSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and a
leader among the CSU campuses.
Departments within BBS:
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Energy and Utilities
- Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations,
Payroll/Personnel, IT Services)
- Planning and Sustainability
- Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm,
Electrical and Plumbing Shops)
- Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and Auto
Shops)
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
- Custodial Services
- Design and Construction Services
BBS is composed of talented and skilled employees and dedicated
administrators who work hard and collaborate to achieve our mission
to "Build a Better Campus Every day."
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular, at-will position.
Classification
Administrator I
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
- CSU MPP Compensation Summary Range: The MPP
Comp Summary Range for this position is $6,907 - $10,361 per
month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual in this position will possess strong leadership,
administrative, and operational expertise to support the Grounds
Manager in overseeing daily grounds maintenance, irrigation,
landscaping, and waste and recycling operations. This individual
will assist with employee supervision, performance management,
staff training, work assignments, and the implementation of
departmental policies and procedures. They will have experience
monitoring labor, productivity, work orders, and project costs
through computerized management systems, while supporting campus
asset management initiatives, including tree inventory, irrigation
infrastructure mapping, and landscape maintenance programs. The
ideal candidate will oversee irrigation operations with a focus on
water conservation, supervise specialized staff, review cost and
productivity reports, assist with safety programs and accident
reporting, and participate in landscape planning, construction plan
reviews, and campus master plan implementation. Additionally, they
will manage the campus waste and recycling program by coordinating
daily operations, tracking data and revenues, reconciling hauling
invoices, preparing regulatory reports, conducting outreach
efforts, supporting sustainability initiatives, and monitoring
program budgets. The successful candidate will also provide fiscal
support through project cost analysis, budget monitoring, and
spreadsheet development, while serving as a liaison with campus
departments, vendors, and Facilities Management stakeholders to
coordinate special events, construction projects, maintenance
activities, and departmental operational needs.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Bachelors Degree in Turfgrass Science and Management, Associate
Degree in Science in Turfgrass Science and Management,
Horticulture, Facilities Management, Public Administration,
Business, or a related field or equivalent.
• Must have five years management experience in grounds
maintenance, nursery, or landscape work in a large institutional
setting.
• Certificate in Turfgrass Management experience preferred.
• Proficient experience in office software applications such as
Microsoft Word and Excel.
Licenses / Certificates
• Appropriate License for Pest control and landscape maintenance or
acquire within one year of hire.
• Certified Arborist or acquire certificate, and Qualified
Applicators license completion within one year of hire.
• Valid California driver's license required. Employees who are
required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal
vehicle more than once a month on University business are required
to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV
Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium
weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves
standing or walking.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated
reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 28 August 2026
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