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Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

New Hanover County
$51,111.00 - $86,889.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
230 Government Center Drive (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
Position Information Are you an experienced landscaping professional with a passion for leadership and community spaces? New Hanover County is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to join our Parks & Gardens team. This role will oversee and manage New Hanover County facility grounds maintenance contracts to include fire stations, detention center, graveyards, libraries, museums, Health and Human Services, FEMA properties, etc. The Parks & Gardens Department's mission is to maintain and operate parks and facilities that enrich the lives of the community and promote an overall healthier lifestyle. The department manages and maintains over 2,900 acres including parks & athletic facilities, historic Airlie Gardens, and County-owned non-park facilities such as the county libraries, the Cape Fear Museum, NHC Jail and Fire Stations. Responsibilities for this role include: Supervises grounds maintenance contractors to include participation with the bid proposal and selection process. Oversees landscape and irrigation plan design and implementation, inspects drawings, and applies applicable regulatory provisions, transports and operates heavy equipment, and directs installation and maintenance. Coordinates ongoing programs including turf management, pest management, and fertilizing by developing long-term objectives and daily schedules. Maintains records on operations regarding data on safety issues and chemical inventories required by environmental protection standards. Determines and recommends equipment and supply needs. Prepares bid specifications and chooses appropriate vendors. Conducts consistent inspections on grounds maintenance properties on landscape and grass care techniques, equipment operation, and safety issues. Provides assistance with special events and coordinates traffic direction and transportation. Installs special equipment and signage. Serves as a customer service liaison to the general public. Designs landscapes and selects plant materials. Prepares logistics-set-up, staff, and break-down for events. Manages employee files and employee training program. Monitors and assists with budget preparation and forecasts expenditures and makes recommendations for capital improvements. Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county. Performs work during emergency/disaster situations. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of supervisory principles; County personnel policies and procedures; horticulture concepts; landscaping techniques; training techniques; general mechanical concepts; turf management techniques; herbicides, fertilizers and pesticides; techniques for safe operation of heavy equipment; environmental regulations related to pesticides; Irrigation concepts; pruning and trimming techniques; and grass varieties and care techniques. Skilled in supervising and evaluating employees; driving a vehicle; operating heavy equipment; preparing and delivering training programs; reading landscape architecture drawings; choosing appropriate plants and trees; maintaining records of safety data; designing, installing, and maintaining irrigation systems; implementing a landscape plan; using hand and power tools; planting trees and shrubs; overseeing volunteer help; overseeing programs for grass care; transporting and installing landscape materials; applying pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides; using computers and software applications and keeping records; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship, and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that affect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County. * * * * Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Hours and assigned location may vary and are subject to change depending on needs of department. Must be available for weekend rotation, special events, to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations. Employment Type: Full-time, non-exempt Salary Information: The hiring range for this position is $51,111 - $69,000 annually , plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. New Hanover County offers: Employer paid 401k contributions; Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness clinic; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more! We invite you to explore our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for additional information about why New Hanover County is a great place to work, and to check out our competitive benefits package. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent, and three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory, landscaping, irrigation, pesticide application or related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licenses/Certifications Required: Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application. Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record. Pesticide Applicator's License. Preferred: North Carolina Commercial Driver License North Carolina Plant Professional Certification Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) preferred. Other Information Applicant Information: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be *viewed through your applicant portal.* In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted. New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.