General Services Division (GSD)

1805 W Madison Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: Up to $42,900 

Grade: 16

Open Until Business Needs Are Met   

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), General Services Division (GSD), is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Grounds Supervisor 2 to oversee the aesthetic and functional upkeep of the iconic Phoenix Capitol Complex. In this vital role, you will lead and supervise a crew of five to eight inmates, ensuring the delivery of a full range of landscaping services—from precision pruning and seasonal over-seeding to complex sprinkler system repairs. You will be responsible for operating and training others on a diverse fleet of industrial equipment, including landscape tractors, skid steers, and aerial lifts, all while maintaining strict adherence to the security protocols of both the ADOA and the Department of Corrections.

Beyond daily grounds maintenance, this position serves as an irrigation specialist and assists in design and oversees install, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. You will play a key role in the long-term vision of the Capitol grounds by assisting in garden design and plant selection. As a supervisor, you are expected to drive operational excellence by creating new standard work specifications, managing inventory, and coordinating with outside contractors to meet critical deadlines.

Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety and administrative oversight. You will conduct daily briefings, prepare comprehensive weekly performance and cost-effectiveness reports, and perform rigorous audits to ensure full compliance with OSHA and MSDS standards. By monitoring the use of personal protective equipment and maintaining high-quality service frequencies, you will ensure that the State’s most prominent landscapes remain safe, sustainable, and professional.

Crew Supervision & Operations

• Lead and direct inmate crews in comprehensive landscaping operations, ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Manage logistics including the scheduling and transportation of crews to various sites.
• Administer personnel records, including preparing inmate timesheets and conducting formal evaluations of work performance and behavior.
• Coordinate with external contractors to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with performance goals.

Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance

• Execute full-scale grounds care, including mowing, edging, weeding, and the pruning and maintenance of trees and shrubs.
• Oversee seasonal turf programs, such as scalping, over-seeding, and fertilizing.
• Maintain irrigation systems, performing routine repairs and troubleshooting to ensure optimal function.
• Preserve specialized sites, developing unique maintenance plans for monuments, memorials, and high-traffic special-use areas.
• Contribute to landscape design, assisting with garden arrangements and the selection of plant species.

Strategic Planning & Inspections

• Develop water conservation programs and seasonal maintenance schedules to promote environmental sustainability.
• Manage inventory and procurement, recommending the purchase of equipment, supplies, and plant materials.
• Perform regular facility inspections throughout the Phoenix Capitol Complex to ensure all grounds meet established daily, weekly, and monthly standards.

Knowledge of:

• Regulatory Compliance: Federal and State statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to areas of responsibility.
• WiFi integrated irrigation systems installation and programming.
• Leadership & Training: Principles and practices of supervision and personnel management, including methods of personnel training.
• Inventory & Safety: Principles and practices of inventory control; the purpose and use of SDS (formerly MSDS); and the recommended use and practical application of safety equipment (PPE).
• Landscaping & Environmental: Recommended use and practical application of fertilizers and pest control materials, as well as the design and specifications related to irrigation systems.
• Specialized Security: Security policies and procedures of the Department of Administration and the Department of Corrections specifically for the management of inmate crews.

Skills in:

• Written and oral communications.
• Personnel management.
• Use of landscaping equipment, including lifts, tractors, mowers, edgers, etc.
• Irrigation system design, installation, and repair.
• Adapting to changing priorities and prioritizing the workload for both the team and yourself.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with staff and upper management.
• Conduct business in an appropriate, professional manner.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Lead and direct projects.
• Effectively supervise inmates and cooperatively work with others.
• Adapt to changing priorities.

• One or more years experience as a Grounds Supervisor
• Training and certification in supervision of inmates

• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Background and reference check, including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer