Crew Leader
College of Charleston
Administration
North Charleston, SC, USA · Charleston, SC, USA
USD 40,007-43,280 / year
Posted on Jan 10, 2026
Crew Leader
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
| Internal Title | Crew Leader |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Classified |
| Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty |
| Pay Band | 4 |
| Level | 5 |
| Department | Grounds Maintenance |
| Job Purpose | Supervise and work with a crew of groundskeepers in the performance of their duties. |
| Minimum Requirements | Must have a High School diploma or GED. Must have two years of experience in grounds maintenance, with at least one year in a supervisory position. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Must have thorough knowledge of all phases of landscape work. Must have knowledge of proper use and care of power and hand tools. Basic knowledge of irrigation systems is preferred. Must be able to direct, assign, and motivate others. Must be reliable and responsible. Must have effective oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred. |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position | Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and be in good physical condition to perform duties as described. Some work after normal hours and call back may be required. Required to be on campus immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, etc. A valid SC driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment is preferred. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check. All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. |
| Salary | *$40,007 - $43,280 |
| Posting Date | 01/09/2026 |
| Closing Date | 02/09/2026 |
| Benefits |
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| Open Until Filled | No |
| Posting Number | 2026006 |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17540 |
Job Duties
Job Duties
| Activity | 1. Supervises and works with a grounds maintenance crew in the performance of their duties, which include maintaining lawns, flowerbeds, shrubbery, etc. Ensures mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, mulching, seeding, planting and transplanting are properly completed according to maintenance schedules and as needed. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 40 |
| Activity | 2.Instructs grounds maintenance crews in the proper techniques for care of trees, shrubs, and lawns, including water and fertilizer applications. Assists with watering of new and/or existing plant material as needed. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 20 |
| Activity | 3. Instructs grounds maintenance crews in maintenance techniques , as well as use and care of power tools and hand tools, according to OSHA requirements. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | 4. Drives college vehicles transporting crews and equipment to various locales. Responsible for condition and maintenance of department vehicles. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Marginal |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | 5. Responsible for maintenance and repair of a complex irrigation system. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Marginal |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | 6. Responsible for the maintenance of all power equipment such as oil changes, installing new filters, sharpening blades, etc. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Marginal |
| Percent of Time | 5 |
| Activity | 7. Assumes role of acting supervisor in the absence of both the grounds supervisor and the assistant grounds supervisor. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Marginal |
| Percent of Time | 5 |
Supplemental Questions
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- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- CofC - Alumni Career Services
- College of Charleston Website
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed.com
- Internal Job Posting
- jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
- Job Fair
- Monster.com
- Personal Referral
- Post and Courier
- Public Job Posting
- SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
- Word of mouth
- Other
- National Labor Exchange
- CareerBuilder
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Other Document
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
- Form DD 214