Salary: $31,200.00 - $51,807.00 Annually
Location : Craven County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 25-02199 TP65010816
Department: Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division: Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens
Opening Date: 02/13/2025
Closing Date: 3/5/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Grounds Worker II
Position Number: 65010816
Salary Grade: NC03
Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $39,114
Description of Work** This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. *****SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy *Payout contingent on funding availability*Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $39,114(This is a range. Selected candidate's salary will be determined within this rangebased on qualifications, equity, and funding at the time of hire.)Click to learn about employee perks and benefitsClick to see the Total Compensation CalculatorThis position is located at: 529 South Front Street
New Bern, NC
Primary Purpose of Position:The Gardener at Tryon Palace will perform all levels of garden and grounds maintenance required to maintain the highest aesthetic standards throughout the property.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Responsible for general daily care of landscape including trees, shrubs, annual and perennial beds, which include detailed weeding, fertilizing, mowing, pruning, shearing, hedges, and applying pesticides.
- Prepare seasonal high-quality horticultural displays in assigned garden areas for public view.
- Maintain lawns, marl paths, sidewalks, and mulched beds.
- Propose planting plans and select culturally adapted and historical plantings to improve appearance of the gardens.
- Contribute to educational quality of horticultural exhibits through research.
- Support special events by preparing gardens and grounds for interpretive/educational events and third-party events.
- Provide customer service at bi-annual heritage plant sale and holiday Candlelight event.
Position/Physical Requirements:- Must have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
- Must be able to work 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, with weekend work on a regular rotation and as needed for special events.
- Requires lifting some heavy materials (50 - 100 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to perform repetitive manual tasks.
- Must be able to operate power equipment.
- Must be able to obtain NC Pesticide License within 9 months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesTo receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.Qualified candidates must have or be able to:- Knowledge in plant maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and garden maintenance.
- Working knowledge to observe and identify plants and plant problems, assess condition and health of plants, and propose solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated experience safely handling and applying pesticides and/or fertilizers.
- Demonstrated experience with plant maintenance such as pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing, and/or spraying of plant material.
- Demonstrated experience in basic computer skills for research, record keeping, and/or time entry.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
AND two years of progressive experience in horticultural work;
OR Associate's degree in agriculture and natural resources, greenhouse and grounds maintenance, horticulture technology, landscape gardening or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications: May require North Carolina Commercial Driver s License.
Supplemental and Contact InformationDivision Description:Tryon Palace welcomes, inspires, and engages all visitors and patrons to discover eastern North Carolina's rich and dynamic history. At Tryon Palace, North Carolina's first permanent colonial and state capitol, we interpret the history of our community and state using living history, programming and exhibits to present an authentic view. With scholarship and integrity, we preserve and interpret buildings, landscapes, collections, and gardens that tell the story of One History, Many Voices.
Agency Description:The
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else - parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.
Check out about our Department.
_____The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.
We are an state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.
Application ProcessPlease watch our video that walks you through each step of the application process. Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
Veteran's and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
NEOGOV Technical AssistanceIf you are having technical issues logging into your account or applying for a position, please review the Get Help/FAQ's information on the website. If you are still experiencing technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at
855-524-5627.CONTACT INFORMATION: N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources
Melissa Riley
109 E. Jones
Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: 919-814-6670
employment@dncr.nc.gov
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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I understand that DNCR requires a complete description of education and work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information within my application. (If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting.)
- Yes, I understand this requirement.
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If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $31,200 - $39,114?
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If you have graduated from a college or university, please list your major and degree type. If you do not have a degree, please type N/A.
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This position regularly drives a state-owned vehicle which requires a valid driver's license issued from within the United States. Please select which statement applies to you:
- I have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States.
- I do not have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States, but I am able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
- I do not have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States, and I will not be able to obtain one.
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Are you able to work 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, with weekend work on a regular rotation and as needed for special events?
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Are you able to do the following? Check all that apply.
- Lift up to 100 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Perform repetitive manual tasks
- Operate power equipment
- Obtain NC Pesticide License within 9 months of employment
- None of the above
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Do you have knowledge in plant maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and garden maintenance?
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Do you have working knowledge to observe and identify plants and plant problems, assess condition and health of plants, and propose solutions to problems?
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How many years demonstrated experience do you have safely handling and applying pesticides and/or fertilizers?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- At least 1 year but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years but less than 5 years
- At least 5 years but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more
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How many years demonstrated experience do you have with plant maintenance such as pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing, and/or spraying of plant material?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- At least 1 year but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years but less than 5 years
- At least 5 years but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more
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How many years demonstrated experience do you have of basic computer skills for research, record keeping, and/or time entry?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- At least 1 year but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years but less than 5 years
- At least 5 years but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more
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