Horticulturist (Horticulturist-CL)

JOB Job Appointment: Full-TimeWork Schedule: 40 hours per week, schedules varyWork Location: Reporting Locations Vary: Current vacancies at: SE Headquarters - 5669 SE 136th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97236.Mt Tabor Yard - 6437 SE Division Street, Portland, Oregon 97215Downtown Headquarters - 2448 SW Carter Ave, Portland Oregon 97210Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this positionLanguage Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.Union Representation: LiUNA Laborers' Local 483. To view this labor agreement, please click here. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Position Summary: Do you enjoy working outdoors, maintaining plants, performing general landscape maintenance tasks, and working with diverse co-workers and park users? If so, you may be the Horticulturist we are looking for!Horticulturists for Portland Parks and Recreation (PP&R) focus on plant management in landscaped settings, including plan review, plant selection, design, irrigation installation and maintenance, proper pruning techniques, and controlling weeds and pests.What you'll get to do: Install and maintain landscapes including perennials, annuals, shrubs, trees, and turf.Perform irrigation installation, maintenance, and repair.Work constructively on a diverse team.Calculate and safely apply needed fertilizers and pesticides.Lead the work of team members and volunteers.About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position.September 5, 202412:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88977405491Meeting ID: 889 7740 5491Have a question?Contact Information: TroyLynn Craft Senior Recruiter troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience in plant identification, proper pruning techniques, design, landscape plan review and installation, and care of plants in landscaped areas.Experience with commercial irrigation systems including design, installation, maintenance, and programming controllers for maximum water efficiency.Experience with the safe and proper use of pesticides, power equipment, and vehicles.Ability to lead and direct a diverse workforce, ensuring the safety of team members and volunteers, and providing comprehensive training and guidance in their duties.Ability to use basic computer skills, including data entry, managing and submitting time sheets electronically, and reading, tracking, and responding to emails.Applicants must also have: A valid state driver's license (any state) and an acceptable driving record.The ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator license within 6 months of hire. For materials and study guide, click here.The ability to work outdoors for extended periods under unfavorable weather conditions.Ability to pass a pre-hire physical capacity test.Ability to pass a pre-hire background check SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core ValuesRecruitment Process - Work StatusEqual Employment OpportunityVeteran PreferenceADA, Pregnancy, and Religious AccommodationsAn Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer