PARK GROUNDS IMPROVEMENT SUPERVISOR I (SR-22) [1 vacancy] Job at City and County of Honolulu, HI
3/18/2023 11:59 PM Hawaii
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There is one vacancy with the Department of Parks and Recreation, Urban Forestry Division, Horticulture Services Branch, Nursery and Landscape Section located at the Kapiolani Nursery. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Under the general supervision of the Parks Ground Improvement Supervisor II, this position plans, coordinates, and supervises through subordinate supervisors, the execution of an island-wide ground improvement program for trees located on our street, in our parks and in other landscaped areas, and coordinates beautification projects, with an emphasis on landscape maintenance activities.
Special Working Conditions: May handle and use chemicals and may work in areas treated with chemicals; may work alone in remote secluded mountainous areas, where there is no drinking water, restroom, or electricity. Required to work after hours or on weekends for application of pesticides, herbicides, etc.; for other special projects and events; and for emergency response. Will serve as a Disaster Response Worker during declared emergencies.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this department.
Applications must be submitted online by March 18, 2023, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
Important Notice:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to e-mail notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, or a related field.
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from the attainment of a bachelor's degree.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail or drop off a photocopy of your diploma and/or official transcript by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your diploma and/or transcript must be legible to receive credit.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
Two (2) years of supervisory experience involving responsibility for a program overseeing the: 1) propagation and cultivation of various plants, shrubs, and trees; and/or 2) care, maintenance, and beautification activities for parks, gardens, streets, malls, or other landscaped areas.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of the principles and practices of horticulture and arboriculture; propagation and cultivation methods and techniques; techniques of tree trimming/pruning and relocation; techniques of plant, tree, and shrubbery arrangements; basic principles and methods of eradicating and controlling plant pests and diseases; budget preparation; and the ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of a group of employees; plan and establish grounds improvement and beautification projects; prepare reports; develop and implement training programs; and deal effectively with subordinates and others.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT :
Prior to Appointment:
1. Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3).
2. Current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate.
Prior to Completion of Probation:
3. Certification as a Certified Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture.
4. Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher.
5. Current First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.
6. Certification as a Commercial Applicator of Restricted Pesticides.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your education and experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation...................................100%
650 South King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813
There is one vacancy with the Department of Parks and Recreation, Urban Forestry Division, Horticulture Services Branch, Nursery and Landscape Section located at the Kapiolani Nursery. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Under the general supervision of the Parks Ground Improvement Supervisor II, this position plans, coordinates, and supervises through subordinate supervisors, the execution of an island-wide ground improvement program for trees located on our street, in our parks and in other landscaped areas, and coordinates beautification projects, with an emphasis on landscape maintenance activities.
Special Working Conditions: May handle and use chemicals and may work in areas treated with chemicals; may work alone in remote secluded mountainous areas, where there is no drinking water, restroom, or electricity. Required to work after hours or on weekends for application of pesticides, herbicides, etc.; for other special projects and events; and for emergency response. Will serve as a Disaster Response Worker during declared emergencies.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this department.
Applications must be submitted online by March 18, 2023, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
Important Notice:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to e-mail notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, or a related field.
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from the attainment of a bachelor's degree.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail or drop off a photocopy of your diploma and/or official transcript by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your diploma and/or transcript must be legible to receive credit.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
Two (2) years of supervisory experience involving responsibility for a program overseeing the: 1) propagation and cultivation of various plants, shrubs, and trees; and/or 2) care, maintenance, and beautification activities for parks, gardens, streets, malls, or other landscaped areas.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of the principles and practices of horticulture and arboriculture; propagation and cultivation methods and techniques; techniques of tree trimming/pruning and relocation; techniques of plant, tree, and shrubbery arrangements; basic principles and methods of eradicating and controlling plant pests and diseases; budget preparation; and the ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of a group of employees; plan and establish grounds improvement and beautification projects; prepare reports; develop and implement training programs; and deal effectively with subordinates and others.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT :
Prior to Appointment:
1. Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3).
2. Current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate.
Prior to Completion of Probation:
3. Certification as a Certified Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture.
4. Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher.
5. Current First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.
6. Certification as a Commercial Applicator of Restricted Pesticides.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your education and experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation...................................100%
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