Kerr Lake Groundskeeper

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a major research university in the University of North Carolina System with student enrollment exceeding 29,000 students. The Department of Exercise and Sport Science (exss.unc.edu) supports an undergraduate program of over 1,400 undergraduate majors with three specialization areas (Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Professional, Sport Administration); a Master of Arts graduate program enrolling ~60 students also with three specializations (Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Sport Administration); and a doctoral program in Human Movement Science in partnership with the UNC-CH School of Medicine (hmsc.unc.edu). The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover, create and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life of individuals and society. The mission of EXSS is further enhanced through interdisciplinary cooperation and departmental faculty securing competitive extramural funding in the form of contracts and grants. These endeavors enable the department to advance knowledge and thus serve the state and nation.

The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 43 full-time faculty, 8 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 8 emeritus faculty, 36 full-time EXSS staff members, and 16 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.

Position Summary

The Kerr Lake Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the campgrounds and surrounding areas that UNC leases at Kerr Lake. Responsibilities will include: keeping grassy areas cut and maintained to a reasonable height; maintaining roads so that they are clear and accessible; servicing and maintaining power equipment; being the point of contact for externally contracted services as well as with any inspections that are due; maintaining any shelters or bathroom facilities at the campground.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE: Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Management Preferences

• Experience maintaining heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Ability to interact with a wide range of people.
• Knowledge of water safety.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to lift/move 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Weekend work Special Instructions Quick Link