Salary: $25.56 - $38.36 Hourly
Location : Varies by position
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-3697-C1
Department: 51 Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
Division: Recreation and Parks
Opening Date: 11/04/2024
Closing Date: 11/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
DefinitionUnder direction, is responsible for supervising employees engaged in planting and cultivating trees, plants, and shrubs, and maintaining landscaped grounds and/or tree nursery; performs related duties as required.
Examples of Work(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
- Supervises a crew engaged in the planting, care, and maintenance of flowers, shrubs, and trees, and the maintenance of landscaped grounds and tree nursery; inspects completed work;
- Approves/disapproves vacation requests; initiates disciplinary actions as necessary;
- Instructs personnel on horticulture techniques and safety procedures for gardening, handling materials, and using tools and equipment;
- Prepares work schedules, signs performance evaluations, and submits periodic reports;
- Designs and constructs flower, shrub, and tree displays, landscaped layouts, gardens, and seasonal displays;
- Plans and schedules plant production; orders plant materials, chemicals, and supplies;
- Collects andgrows plants from seeds, cuttings, and/or seedlings; transplants trees;
- Inspects plants for diseases and pest infestations;
- Mixes and applies pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and fertilizer to flowers, trees, shrubs, and landscaped grounds;
- Prunes flowers, trees, and shrubs; maintains gardens and landscaped grounds;
- Operates a computer to initiate and update work orders and complete reports;
- Operates and performs minor maintenance on machinery and vehicles; checks fluid levels, greases parts, and sharpens and/or replaces pruner and mower blades.
Minimum QualificationsFour (4) years of nursery, greenhouse, and/or professional gardening experience. Substitution(s): Six (6) courses in arboriculture, floriculture, horticulture, entomology, or plant pathology may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Possession of a valid Commercial Applicator License (Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control category) issued by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Test/Job Contact Information The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a
NEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list, and will
replace the names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.
The examination process will consist of a 100% computerized examination covering Planning and Organizing, Reading Comprehension, Problem Sensitivity, Gardening Knowledge and Safety, Map Reading, Public Relations, and Microsoft Outlook 2016/2019.
Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.
All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.
The certification process will be: Fixed Band
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Do you have a valid Commercial Applicator License, Ornamental Plant and Shade Tree Pest Control category, issued by the Ohio Department of Agriculture?
03
Which of the following best describes your experience?
- I have four or more years of nursery, greenhouse, or professional gardening experience
- I have at least two years of nursery, greenhouse, or professional gardening experience,
- I have less than two years of nursery, greenhouse, or professional gardening experience
04
Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.
- o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.
- o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.
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Select the statement below that best describes your education. You MUST attach documentation to the application to receive credit for education.
- I have completed six or more courses in arboriculture, floriculture, horticulture, entomology, or plant pathology
- I have completed less than six courses in arboriculture, floriculture, horticulture, entomology, or plant pathology
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Did you attach a copy of official documentation of your education to your application? "Official documentation" is a copy of an official transcript or a coursework certificate. An advising report is NOT official.
- Yes, I have attached a copy of official documentation to my application showing proof of my education.
- No, I meet the minimum qualifications through at least four years of experience and do not need to attach documentation.
- No, I do not meet all of the minimum qualifications for the job.
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