Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Relocation bonus
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
Colby Community College is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as Grounds Supervisor to plan, supervise, and maintain Colby Community College's outdoor spaces, ensuring a safe, attractive, and functional environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors, while living in a welcoming community that values agriculture, athletics, and small-town quality of life. The salary range for this position is between $21.50 - $23.10. The College offers up to $2,000 in relocation expense reimbursement to join our wonderful community.
The Opportunity
This is a 12-month, full-time, non-faculty position with an anticipated schedule of at least 40 hours per week. Evening, weekend work may be required due to College operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the care and maintenance of all campus grounds, including lawns, trees, shrubs, sprinkler system, and flowerbeds.
- Manage seasonal responsibilities such as snow removal, leaf collection, and storm cleanup to ensure safe access to campus.
- Implement landscaping plans that promote campus aesthetics and environmental sustainability.
- Oversee the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides in compliance with environmental and safety standards.
- Oversee the use, care, and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment, vehicles, and tools.
- Recommend and purchase supplies, equipment, and materials necessary for grounds operations.
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment by staff through training and oversight.
- Clean, maintain, put down, and remove salt from the College grounds during winter storms.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma / GED.
- At least one year of experience in custodial or maintenance operations is required.
- Associate degree or higher is preferred.
- Three years of experience in custodial or maintenance operations is preferred.
Salary and Benefits
- $21.50 - $23.10, based on experience and education.
- Colby Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits such as free tickets to Colby Community College Sports events.
- Participation in the Kansas state retirement system is required.
- Opportunity to continue your education through the College's educational pathway.
Why Work at Colby Community College?
Colby Community College is known for its strong student outcomes, supportive campus culture, and commitment to hands-on learning. The college consistently ranks among the top community colleges in Kansas for graduation and retention rates, reflecting its focus on student success and personalized education.
Employees at Colby Community College enjoy:
- A close-knit campus where staff and faculty work collaboratively
- A student-centered mission with a strong emphasis on mentorship
- Modern facilities and continued investment in campus improvements
- A supportive leadership team and stable institutional environment
- The opportunity to make a direct impact on students’ lives and careers
At Colby, coaches and staff are more than employees—they are mentors, leaders, and key contributors to a campus community that values hard work, character, and achievement.
Our vision is to be a national leader in academic and student success to transform the lives in the communities we serve.
Why Colby?
Located on the High Plains of northwest Kansas, Colby is known as the “Oasis on the Plains”—a friendly, safe, and affordable community where people know their neighbors and support their local teams.
Residents enjoy:
- Short commutes and low cost of living.
- Community events and festivals throughout the year.
- Outdoor recreation and wide-open spaces.
- A family-friendly environment with strong local pride.
Local amenities include parks, an aquatic center, a community event center, and year-round activities for residents of all ages.
Colby offers the ideal setting for someone who values community connection, western heritage, and a slower pace of life without sacrificing professional impact.
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Additional Information
Colby Community College provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission, or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, or religion. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, contact the Human Resources Office at 1255 South Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701. (785) 460-5406. hr@colbycc.edu
Candidates who identify as qualified individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodations should contact Human Resources.
The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation: $21.50 - $23.10 per hour
Colby Community College
Colby Community College is located in northwest Kansas, approximately 50 miles from the Nebraska and Colorado borders. From a humble beginning of 99 students in 1964, CCC now serves more than 2,400 students annually.
In addition to a 57-acre main campus, a 60-acre farm is used as a hands-on laboratory and training facility. The College also accommodates hundreds of off-campus students through face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses.
A number of studies conclude that CCC is a solid educational investment. Colby has a strong history of student performance and has the best graduation and retention rates among Kansas community colleges.
Company Website: www.colbycc.edu
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