Job Announcement: HR2023:47

Position Title: Groundskeeper

Advertising: Publicly

Immediate Supervisor: Foreman-Grounds

Department Director: Buildings & Grounds Director

Department: Buildings & Grounds

Division: Facilities

Employment Status: Non- Exempt

Position Type: Regular Full–Time (2 positions)

Mandatory Reporter: No

Background Check Required: Yes **

Opening Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Closing Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

Overall Objectives of Position The Groundskeeper assists the Foreman-Grounds with the upkeep, maintenance and repair of Tribal Administration buildings, Tribal property, grounds, and premises to include Housing. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The Groundskeeper is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs. The Groundskeeper is expected to live the Purpose and Values of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of duty.

Primary Responsibilities of the Groundskeeper

• Maintains the grounds and assist Horticulture Manager with landscaping of Tribal Administration facilities, and property to include Housing.
  
  • Responsible for the proper upkeep of sidewalks, parking lots, grounds keeping equipment, fences, planters, benches, etc.
  • Performs a wide range of duties, including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, mulching, and litter removal.
  • Cuts away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs either to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities or to improve the appearance, health, and value of trees or shrubs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate person.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of duties, including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, mulching, and litter removal.
  
  • Mixes and/or applies pesticides, through sprays, dusts, vapors, incorporation into the soil, or application of chemicals into trees, shrubs, and lawns to stimulate growth and prevent or control weeds, diseases, or insect infestation under the guidance of the Horticulture Manager.
  • Assists with Tribal Government special events and functions.
  • Assist other departments as needed.

Education/License/Certification and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year related employment experience in the landscaping or grounds upkeep field preferred.

Skills Required

• Knowledge of and ability to operate tools and equipment required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to operate lawn mower, tractor, and other related equipment.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, and twist for an extended period of time as well as climb, lift, hold, and move objects weighing a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a team.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and an insurable record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
• Must travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all duties and responsibilities of this position.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

COMPLAINTS ABOUT RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to the Human Resources Director of PCI Tribal Government.

An applicant who disagrees with any issue related to the application or hiring process may submit a letter to Human Resources within ten (10) calendar days from the date the applicant knew or should have known that an adverse hiring decision had been made.

Human Resources will provide a written response within fourteen (14) calendar days informing the applicant of any administrative remedy to be provided. The decision of the Human Resources Director shall be final and not subject to further administrative appeal. Any applicant who has exhausted all administrative remedies may be eligible to file a complaint with the TERO Office.

Jason B. Rackard

Human Resources Director

5811 Jack Springs Rd.

Atmore, AL 36502

jrackard@pci-nsn.gov

251-368-9136

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