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Assistant Director Grounds Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Asst Dir of Facilities

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Description The Asst Dir of Facilities is essential to the successful functioning of The King ... Responsible for operational concerns for TKC's building and grounds, including parking areas

Grounds Technician

Blountville, TN · On-site

$14.24 - $16.54/hr

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Job Summary Reporting to the Assistant Director of Plant Operations for Grounds & Custodial Services, the Grounds Technician maintains the grounds for Northeast ...

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How much do assistant director grounds jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant director grounds in the United States is $71,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant director grounds do?

An Assistant Director of Grounds is responsible for assisting in the management and maintenance of outdoor spaces, such as parks, athletic fields, or campus grounds. They help oversee landscaping crews, coordinate maintenance schedules, and ensure that the grounds are safe, attractive, and well-kept. Their duties often include supervising staff, managing budgets, purchasing supplies, and implementing landscaping or turf management plans. The Assistant Director may also be involved in planning and executing special projects or events that take place on the grounds.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant director grounds, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Director Grounds, you need expertise in horticulture, landscape management, and grounds maintenance, often backed by a degree in a related field and several years of supervisory experience. Familiarity with grounds management software, irrigation systems, and equipment operation, as well as certifications like Certified Grounds Manager (CGM), are highly valuable. Strong leadership, effective communication, and organizational skills help you manage teams, coordinate projects, and resolve issues efficiently. These competencies ensure safe, well-maintained facilities and high team performance in maintaining campus or organizational grounds.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant director grounds, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Director Grounds often encounter challenges such as managing large teams with diverse skill sets, coordinating maintenance schedules around unpredictable weather, and balancing budget constraints while ensuring high-quality landscaping. Effective communication, proactive planning, and adopting technology for scheduling and resource management can help overcome these obstacles. Building strong relationships with staff and other departments also fosters collaboration, leading to smoother operations and better outcomes.

What is the difference between Assistant Director Grounds vs Grounds Supervisor?

AspectAssistant Director GroundsGrounds Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple grounds maintenance teams, plans large-scale projects, manages budgets, and develops policies.Supervises daily groundskeeping activities, manages staff, and ensures maintenance standards are met.
Required CredentialsTypically requires a degree in horticulture, landscape management, or related field; certifications like ISA or pesticide licenses are common.Often requires experience in groundskeeping, horticulture, or landscape maintenance; certifications may include pesticide licenses.
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits; involved in planning and administrative tasks.Primarily outdoor work, supervising grounds crews directly.

The Assistant Director Grounds and Grounds Supervisor roles share a focus on grounds maintenance but differ in scope and responsibilities. The Assistant Director oversees strategic planning and management, while the Grounds Supervisor handles daily operations and staff supervision. Both roles often require related certifications and experience in horticulture or landscape management, but the Assistant Director typically has a higher level of responsibility and a broader work environment.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Director Grounds job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,970 per year, or $34.6 per hour.

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Job description

General Responsibilities 

A Lead Groundskeeper is directly responsible to the Facilities Assistant Director.  The Lead Groundskeeper supervises the Grounds staff and performs all the duties of a Groundskeeper.  The Lead Groundskeeper is primarily responsible for the upkeep of all green areas and planter boxes on campus.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Oversees the Grounds Staff in completing their daily tasks
  • Schedules, assigns and coordinates the Grounds Staff with the assistance of the Assistant Director of Facilities
  • Cuts and edges lawns, pulls weeds, trim shrubs, maintain planters, drain grates, gutters, and down spouts
  • Will train the staff on proper use of the Grounds equipment and monitor the use
  • Assist with moving and setting up chairs, tables, and platforms
  • Maintain & repair irrigation system to insure optimal use of water
  • Maintains off-site facilities as directed
  • Ensure all Grounds staff uses proper PPE and work is done in a safe manner
  • Reports any potential safety concerns to the Facilities Assistant Director
  • Performs other work as directed

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, climb a ladder a minimum of 6’, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds of materials, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, especially at night.

  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and extreme temperatures. Ability to work under adverse situations and conditions.

Qualifications

Village Christian School seeks to hire only employees with a vibrant Christian faith.  Successful candidates will possess experience in:

  • Will exemplify high Christian ideals in a spirit of cooperativeness with integrity
  • Have a working knowledge of all types of landscaping equipment
  • Must be able to be able to bend, reach, and climb ladders/stairs in the performance of their duties
  • Must possess a California Class 3 Driver’s License, for operation of Campus vehicles.
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends, as needed
  • Prior Lead Groundskeeper experience preferred
  • Ability to carry/lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to use the following power tools: Mower, edger, trimmer, and blower
  • Must be able to follow all applicable safety rules and procedures
  • Performs other duties as directed by the Facilities Assistant Director or Facilities Manager

This is full time, 40 hours a week, 12 month position.  Schedule will be 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. This position reports directly to the Assistant Facilities Manager.

Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws for Christian school employers. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the Human Resources department in order to discuss reasonable accommodation.