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Department Manager - Turf Forestry

1/28/2026

As a Department Manager, you will oversee the success of the Turf and Pruning department, managing quality control, personnel development, safety, production, and client satisfaction. You will guide a talented team toward achieving revenue goals and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Ryan Lawn & Tree is about integrity, great customer service, unmatched expertise and exceptional value. Why? We are employee-owned. Every person you work with at RYAN has a vested interest in keeping you happy. RYAN turf managers and arborists have the knowledge and expertise to make your lawn, trees and shrubs the talk of the block.We provide lawn fertility and weed control. In most markets, we also provide tree pest and disease control, tree and shrub pruning and irrigation maintenance and installation.
About the Role

Description

RYAN is a proven leader in the lawn and landscape industry and has a reputation as one of the highest-quality lawn and tree companies in the nation. Our continuing growth has and will continue to provide advancement opportunities for employees that excel in their careers.


What’s In It For You


Be a part of our mission!

Ryan has an exciting opportunity for a Department Manager – Turf Forestry. If you’re a proven manager who loves leading teams and working outdoors, we want to talk to you. While green industry experience is a plus, if you’re an excellent manager with a passion for growth and innovation, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and lead a team of smart, customer-focused professionals. At RYAN, we’re building a family of leaders—come grow with us!


Thrive At Work And At Home 

  • Full-time, year-round employment with starting compensation of $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience **Bonuses available
  • Excellent benefits package to including Health insurance and a wellness program that can reduce monthly costs, Dental, Vison, and many more! 
  • 401k w/company match
  • 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 17 days paid time off plus 11 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs. We believe that the better educated associates are, the better prepared they are for tackling the day-to-day activities required on the job. We also believe that the better educated and safer our associates are, the more worth they provide to themselves and our company.

What You Will Do 

  • Mentoring top-tier team members with strong career growth pathways 
  • Leading team meetings and one-on-one sessions to set goals, provide feedback, and track progress 
  • Establishing and achieving annual, monthly, and daily performance and budget goals
  • Driving departmental strategy and participating in branch leadership meetings to align on company objectives
  • Prioritizing workflow, guiding change management, and reinforcing RYAN’s people-first safety culture 
  • Coaching your team in customer service excellence and business development
  • Promoting RYAN’s full suite of services to help clients achieve beautiful, sustainable landscapes 

Requirements

What You Will Bring 

  • 5+ years of experience in management and operations (green industry preferred)
  • Proven leadership and organizational skills
  • A motivated, high-energy, and team-oriented mindset
  • Valid state driver’s license with no major or frequent traffic violations 
  • Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Examiner Certificate (required)
  • Turf: Ability to obtain applicator licenses within 3 months of hire
  • Certified Arborist certification preferred but not required
Key Skills
LeadershipTeam DevelopmentQuality ControlSafety ManagementClient SatisfactionCustomer ServiceBusiness DevelopmentPerformance TrackingBudget ManagementChange ManagementCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft OfficeGoogle ApplicationsMentoringStrategic Planning
Categories
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