Temporary Building/Grounds Specialist III

Full Job Description

MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision of the Building/Grounds Supervisor, this position will be responsible for all grounds maintenance and general cleanup of specific areas on the SCDJJ property to include mowing, trimming, edging of grass, tree trimming, and general custodial work regarding grounds.

JOB RESPONSABILITIES:

Will be responsible for the mowing and trimming of the grounds within an assigned area at SCDJJ.

Will be responsible for the edging of an assigned area at SCDJJ.

Will make recommendations regarding shrub and tree trimming within an assigned area and assist in that work.

Will be responsible for trash removal in an assigned area at SCDJJ.

Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment. Must hold a valid driver's license and be 21 years of age.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of maintaining grounds; including but not limited to trimming of shrubs, bushes and trees, as well as grounds maintenance equipment/repair.

Basic identification skills of common plant pests/diseases and treatments.

Computer knowledge to include typing and general input of data.

Good oral communication is a must.

Must be able to work in a secured facility, around incarcerated youth.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Qualifications

AGENCY PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and experience in custodial, housekeeping, or pest control that is directly related to the area of employment.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Health, dental, and life insurance15 days annual (vacation) leave per year15 days of sick leave per year13 paid holidaysState retirement plans and deferred compensation programsDiscount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSaveApplications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history.

Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree.

A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment.

Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.

A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.