LANDSCAPE MANAGER

The Management Trust Position Title:

Landscape Manager Location:

El Dorado Hills, CA at

Heritage Reporting To:

General Manager Status:

Exempt, Full-Time Salary:

85,000 - 90,000 / annually

COMPANY PROFILE

The Management Trust is a community association management company. We believe that building and maintaining a community takes more than just hammers and nails. It takes integrity, trust, experience, and support. Our success is based on the belief that effective management anticipates our clients' needs, not merely reacts to them. We are a company of creative and committed individuals driven by grand aspirations and are proud to be the only 100% employee-owned community management firm in the nation. Our Employee Owners are encouraged to actively participate in growing our business by helping define best practices every day. It is in this spirit that we encourage you to explore this opportunity to join The Management Trust team.

EMPLOYEE OWNER POSITION PURPOSE

The Landscape Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Association landscaping and related infrastructure and equipment consistent with standards as established by the Association Board of Directors.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor the condition of Association landscaping including all common areas (including wildlands, picnic, recreation, multi-purpose pathways and dog park areas) and front yards by conducting routine inspections, be observant for potential problems and take corrective measures Report to General Manager on a daily basis to advise of progress on projects, tour property with GM weekly, prepare and submit written inspection reports, submit recommendations for facility improvements and obtain manager or Board approval for improvements Serve as the liaison between the Landscape contractor, third-party vendors, landscape committee, and General Manager Review work schedules and daily objectives with the Landscape Superintendent and Maintenance Foremen to assure Associations' objectives are being met. Monitor work orders and discuss any delayed work orders with the Landscape Superintendent. Determine when sub-contractors should be contracted for special projects. Assist with preparation of bid specifications, selection of contractors to be invited to bid, review bids, and make recommendations to the General Manager. Oversee contractor through job completion. Receive manager or Board approval before hiring any outside contractor Assist with yearly inventory of all facility property which will be coordinated with the General Manager and Reserve Study Specialist Assist General Manager and Finance Committee in formulating the operating budget for the fiscal year Maintain, or cause to be maintained, an up to date and concise Procedures Manual and a file of "as built" plans for the normal operation and emergency shut-off of all major systems Prepare monthly status report to the Board of Directors Ensure a safe environment for all employees and residents Other duties and special projects as assigned by the General Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

5+ years of experience in large-scale landscape management, preferably within an HOA or municipal setting.

Education:

Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Technical Skills:

Deep knowledge of California-native plants, "smart" irrigation controllers, and drought-tolerant landscaping.

Soft Skills:

Strong conflict-resolution skills and the ability to work effectively with both professional contractors and resident volunteers.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Highly preferred to have and maintain a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and driving record in compliance with Company policy Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Use standard office equipment, including: computer, phone, copier/scanner, etc. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Use standard maintenance equipment, including: vehicles, power equipment, hand tools, etc. Be stationary or in motion for periods of time Relocate up to (50) pounds Travel to and from offsite locations Able to perform outdoor work in all types of weather

SUPERVISES OTHERS?

IF

SO, LIST

None

SCHEDULE & TRAVEL

Hours and workdays vary depending upon the demand of the season This position may require occasional long hours to meet business needs, including being available for emergency needs The Management Trust is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity. TMT reserves the right to modify this job description at any time based on business need.