Salary : $39,350.22 - $59,025.46 Annually
Location : TX 78227, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00167
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 10/17/2024
Closing Date: 11/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary Under direction, is responsible for scheduling and administering programs in the field of horticulture, floriculture, arboriculture, and agronomy. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff who are responsible for the coordination of tree planting and pruning activities.
Work Location5800 Historic Old Highway 90
Work Hours6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Tuesday - Saturday. Shifts are subject to change to accommodate seasonal adjustments, evening coverage, rotating weekends, and holiday shiftwork, as dictated by business needs.
Essential Job Functions - Directs care and maintenance of arboricultural, gardening and horticultural operations at assigned City Department through on-site inspections and evaluations.
- Assists in the preparation of preliminary horticultural budget and budget for assigned areas, and monitors expenditures against budget allotments.
- Fertilizes turf, flowers, and trees (includes extensive use of chemicals) and monitors area for pests and disease; includes occasionally lifting and carrying supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Speaks to garden clubs, schools, etc.
- Addresses members of the general public to answer questions, concerns, etc.
- Prepares schedules and programs for development and progressive maintenance of trees.
- Schedules the planting of trees, shrubs, and annual and perennial flowers for use on City properties.
- Makes recommendations for programs providing pesticide consultation.
- Responsible for tree nursery maintenance and care.
- May supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required
Job Requirements - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- One (1) year of experience in horticulture or related field.
- Must be licensed through the Texas Department of Agriculture or Structural Pest Control Service as a pesticide applicator within six (6) months of hire.
- Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications- Certified Arborist highly desirable.
- Two (2) years of experience with large scale tree and palm maintenance.
- Experience with ArcMap GIS.
- Experience with personal computer and software.
- Knowledge of Central and South Texas trees.
- Bilingual in speaking English and Spanish.
Applicant Information- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Knowledge of horticulture, floriculture, arboricultural, agriculture, and agronomic skills and practices.
- Knowledge of principles and practices applicable to the administration, management, planning, and maintenance of horticultural planting operations.
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in horticultural operations/services.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective public relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
- Ability to carry out scientific and statistical analysis of horticultural problems.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and make comprehensive reports.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
- Working conditions are both in an indoor and outdoor environment.
Benefits InformationThe City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note: - Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
- Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional InformationThe City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
- Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
- Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
- No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
- Yes - SA Ready to Work
- Yes - Train for Jobs SA
- Yes - Both Programs
- No
04
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
05
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
- Some High School (No GED)
- High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
- 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
- None of the above
06
How many years of experience do you have in horticulture or related field?
- None
- Less than one year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years
- 11 years
- 12 years
- 13 years or more
07
I am capable and understand this position requires me to be licensed through the Texas Department of Agriculture or Structural Pest Control Service as a pesticide applicator
within six (6) months of hire .
08
Please select any of the following certifications or licenses you hold:
- ASHS Certified Horticulturist
- Certified Arborist
- Licensed as a Pesticide Applicator through the Texas Department of Agriculture or Structural Pest Control Services
- Other (please list on following question)
- None of the above
09
If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please list the other applicable certifications or licenses you currently hold. If you did not answer "Other", respond "n/a"
10
Please select the response that best reflects the strength of your abilities with ArcMap (or other related GIS application).
- No Experience
- Beginner - familiar with some functions, able to utilize a smaller subset of those functions
- Moderate - familiar with most functions, able to utilize a robust subset of those functions
- Advanced - familiar with nearly all functions, able to utilize nearly all functions
- Expert - familiar with and able to utilize all functions
11
How many years of experience do you have managing an working arborist crew?
- I do not have any experience
- Less than one year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years or more
12
How many years of experience do you have with large scale tree planting, watering and maintenance?
- None
- Less than one year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years or more
13
Select any of the following equipment you have experience operating:
- Weed eater
- Brush cutters
- Chain saws
- Riding Lawn Mowers
- Leaf Blowers
- Hedge Trimmers
- Pole Pruners/ Saws
- Wood Chippers
- Tillers
- Hand Tools
- None of the Above
14
Describe your working experience with being on a tree maintenance crew as a team member and a supervisor. Please provide examples of trees, crew size and where you gained the experience. If you do not have experience, respond "n/a"
15
Please describe your experience working with large scale tree and palm maintenance. If you do not have experience, respond "n/a".
16
I understand that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.
Required Question