PARK GROUNDS IMPROVEMENT SUPERVISOR I SR-22 1 vacancy
PARK GROUNDS IMPROVEMENT SUPERVISOR I SR-22 1 vacancy
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- Like a majestic Monkeypod treestand tall and proud alongside your arboriculture crewas you maintain and care for City trees.
The Department of Parks and Recreation Division of Urban Forestry Horticulture Services Branch Arboriculture Section located at 3902 Paki Avenue is looking for an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist (or one who will obtain the credential before completion of probation) to lead multiple arboriculture crews to maintain City trees throughout the island. Plan assign schedule and monitor your arboriculture crews and contractors to ensure their performance and work meet the Citys high standards. Investigate requests and complaints from the public utility companies private groups and governmental agencies regarding all issues related to the Citys trees. Not only will you be performing supervisory arboriculture work but you will also manage your staff by preparing and issuing annual performance reports. If necessary conduct staff investigations for possible disciplinary actions. Be ready to start early since work hours are Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Special Working Conditions: Required to respond to emergency work which may be performed in inclement or extreme weather working under or near fallen trees exposed to traffic under poor visibility conditions securing areas of electric lines felled by trees offroad conditions after hours nights weekends and holidays. 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. Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at be accepted.
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At the time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a noncitizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionallyaccredited fouryear college or university with a bachelors degree in agriculture horticulture or a related field.Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionallyaccredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.Or mail a photocopy of your documents 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 documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree on a yearforyear basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge skills and analytical ability normally gained from the attainment of a bachelors degree. Work experience used to substitute for the education requirement will not be considered towards the two 2 year experience requirement listed below (e.g. a total of 6 years of work experience is required to meet minimum qualification requirements if substituting work experience for education).
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two 2 years of supervisory experience involving responsibility for a programoverseeing 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; and
- budget preparation.
- 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.
Prior to Appointment:- Valid Hawaii State drivers license (Type 3/automobile).
- Current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate.
- Hearing Conservation Test.
- Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or B.
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.
- International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist credential.
Examination Process
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
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
