Landscaper 00454

Working Title Landscaper 00454 Role Title Trades Technician I Position Number 00454 FLSA Non Exempt Appointment Type Full Time Type of Posting General Public Is Sensitive Position? No If Sensitive Position, please paste statement Designated Personnel Yes Responsible Employee

This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement

This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest No If Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statement Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? No If Restricted Position, please paste statement Departmental Objective

The CNU Grounds Department strives to provide exceptional service and a safe environment to the CNU community and visitors, while being an environmental steward in maintaining a beautiful and inviting university. We are committed to this endeavor by providing welcoming spaces, a tranquil environment and majestic landscapes.

Purpose of the Position

As Landscaper Senior for the Grounds Department, you will be a working crew member, coordinating with supervisors, each daily task. You will be responsible for the maintenance of all existing and future landscape plantings on campus in designated areas to enhance the visual beauty of the University while promoting healthy vigorous plant growth through environmentally sustainable methods.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

• Must be dependable and self motivated
• Must be able to work independently or with a team
• Good communication skills

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

Education:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Additional Consideration(s)

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

• Experience working outside performing landscape maintenance tasks.

Salary Information Starting at $30,160, commensurate with education and experience - position is eligible for overtime. CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code 79031 Conditions of Employment

This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;

Selected candidate must attend 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PS1026P Number of Vacancies Posting Date 10/04/2024 Closing Date 11/18/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/18232 Advertising Text EEO/Diversity Statement(s)

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services

(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.