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Landscape Maintenance & Operations Planner

North Carolina State University

$ 36,381 - $ 91,526

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 20, 2026

Job Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194955SP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Landscape Maintenance & Operations Planner
Anticipated Hiring Range	$51,286 - $52,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Landscape Maintenance & Operations
About the Department	The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan , build, and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units: Design & Construction Business Operations Campus Operations and Maintenance Campus Planning and Strategic Investment Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities, or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service, and stewardship. Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	Are you a strategic planner who thrives at the intersection of operations, data, and people? As the LM&O Planner (Planning & Programming Specialist), you will serve as the operational hub that keeps Landscape, Waste Reduction & Recycling, and Construction services running efficiently and in sync. In this highly visible role, you'll bring together technical planning expertise, project coordination, financial insight, and system management to support a dynamic campus environment. Your work will directly impact service quality, resource optimization, and longterm operational success. If you enjoy organizing complex work, solving problems before they arise, and partnering with varied teams to deliver results, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career. Apply today and help shape the future of campus operations. *Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:* Lead comprehensive planning and programming support for LM&O, including service agreement development, workload balancing, and master schedule coordination. Analyze, develop, and manage annual service agreements to ensure accurate labor accounting, operational efficiency, and highquality customer service. Coordinate service and event requests in partnership with the AiM Ready team to support Landscape Services and Waste Reduction & Recycling operations. Facilitate monthly Bluebeam design review sessions, collaborating with leadership to assess project feasibility and clearly document facilities requirements. Manage projects across the full lifecycle by researching material costs, initiating bids from external contractors, and completing material takeoffs for landscape and construction work. Develop accurate labor budgets and project schedules by validating field measurements, sketches, and safety requirements. Process brick and landscape permits and actively coordinate timelines with customers and campus stakeholders. Consult with clients to define project scope, deadlines, materials, and constraints, and provide clear direction to field supervisors to support successful execution. Administer the AiM work management system by monitoring work orders, tracking time loading, updating statuses, and ensuring accurate billing. Review financial accounts within WRS to ensure compliance with spending policies and collaborate with departments to resolve discrepancies. Maintain and update operational databases and Google/Microsoft applications that support daily activities across all LM&O units. Serve as a subject matter expert and trainer, onboarding new supervisors and planners to departmental systems, tools, and processes. Develop and maintain tracking systems for small equipment to assess cost, depreciation, and replacement or upgrade cycles. Coordinate with Fleet Services to manage vehicle and equipment adjustments within the FASTER system. Analyze equipment age, condition, and maintenance history to make surplus and costsaving recommendations to leadership. Lead process improvements by implementing paperless workflows and training staff on electronic surplus requests and approval processes.
Other Responsibilities	This position is a critical role position and may be required to work if the University closes or may have to report at alternately scheduled times. Manage own personal development and perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education	Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, and managing projects or programs with multiple stakeholders, timelines, and competing priorities. Experience supporting or managing billing, invoicing, and cost tracking processes, with the ability to review financial data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with policies and service agreements. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to create, analyze, and maintain documents, spreadsheets, reports, and tracking tools that support operational decisionmaking. Strong ability to organize complex information, analyze data, balance workloads, and develop schedules that support efficient operations and timely service delivery. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, supervisors, contractors, and crossfunctional teams.
Required License or Certification	Valid Driver's License Required. North Carolina Driver's License required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	04/20/2026
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)	04/24/2026
Notice to Applicants	Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase "see resume".
Special Instructions	Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00107703
Position Type	SHRA
Position Classification Band Title	University Program Specialist
Position Classification Band Level	Journey
Position Classification Salary Range	$ 36,381 - $ 91,526
Salary Grade Equivalency	NC12
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Other - Grounds & Building Services
Time Limited Position	No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id	445060 - Landscape Maintenance & Operations
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.