Horticulture & Landscape Maintenance Supervisor
$91,957–$91,957 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate daily assignments for 8–12 grounds staff across 11+ acres of campus landscape and hardscape, ensuring efficient operations and enforcing safety protocols. Assess work quality, provide training on plant care techniques, and manage snow removal crews to maintain pedestrian safety during New England winters. Oversee irrigation systems, support water conservation initiatives, and oversee maintenance of signature features including the Curry Student Center Koi Pond and Veterans Memorial Gardens. Plan seasonal plantings featuring native New England and international specimens while maintaining campus ecosystems for pollinator initiatives. Collaborate with campus departments to support special events and participate in arboretum-based educational programs. Work Tuesday through Saturday, 6AM – 2:30PM, with on-call availability for storm emergencies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Urban Forestry, or closely related field
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in landscape or grounds maintenance
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience managing landscape or grounds crews
- Experience working in urban environments, arboretums, or university settings
- Strong knowledge of plant identification and care, particularly woody and perennial species suitable for USDA Zone 6b
- Understanding of urban soil conditions, turf care, and remediation techniques
- Knowledge of sustainable landscaping practices, stormwater/green infrastructure, and integrated pest management
- Familiarity with New England climate challenges, seasonal planning, plant selection, and snow/ice removal
- Experience with landscape equipment, irrigations systems, and grounds safety standards
- Valid Massachusetts driver's license with clean driving record with a valid DOT Certificate
- Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator License (Categories 36 & 37) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
- Extensive walking across campus (73-acre Boston campus)
- On-call availability for snow removal emergencies and storm response
- Occasional evening and weekend work for special events and programs
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check and motor vehicle record check
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in urban environments, arboretums, or university settings
- OSHA 10 (or equivalent) safety certification
- OPSI Hoisting Engineer 2A/1C certification
- Certified Grounds Manager (CGM) through PGMS ISA
- Tree Risk Assessment Qualification/ISA Certified Arborist
- Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist
- Experience with GIS mapping and digital tree inventory systems
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