Turf Forestry Department Manager
full-time•Omaha
About this role
Description
At RYAN Lawn & Tree, we’re cultivating growth in our company, our people, and the communities we serve. As we set our sights on reaching millions in the next few years, we’re seeking a dynamic Department Manager to lead and develop one of our growing service areas Turf and Forestry within our Omaha branch.
If you’re a proven leader who thrives on developing teams, driving performance, and working outdoors, we want to talk to you.
What You’ll Do
As a Department Manager, you’ll oversee the success of your department for Turf and Pruning, managing quality control, personnel development, safety, production, and client satisfaction. You’ll guide a talented team toward achieving revenue goals of millions, fostering a culture rooted in excellence, innovation, and care.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- 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
- 5–8 years of experience in management and operations (green industry preferred)
- Proven leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google applications
- A motivated, high-energy, and team-oriented mindset
- Valid state driver’s license with a clean record
- Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Examiner Certificate (required)
Additional requirements by department:
- Turf: Ability to obtain applicator licenses within 3 months of hire
- Forestry: ISA Certified Arborist certification required.
What you'll do
- 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.
About Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc
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.
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As a Turf Forestry Department Manager at Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc, you will: 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..
Is the Turf Forestry Department Manager position at Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc remote?
The Turf Forestry Department Manager position at Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc is based in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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