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Description
TAKE YOU FIRST STEP TOWARDS A CAREER IN PUBLIC SERVICE AND MAKE NYC GREENER
The Department of Parks & Recreation is responsible for nearly 14% of New York City's land. It's an important job, and we need people who can help meet this challenge. There are opportunities to join a committed group of employees who work together to bring enjoyment and healthy recreational activities to all who use our parks and facilities. There's the hard work of keeping our parks clean and safe, but there are the rewards of contributing to the quality of life in our great city.
The title, Assistant Gardener, brings you into a line of promotion that can promote up to the supervisor and higher. How far you go at Parks depends on how hard you work, how committed you are to our mission, and how well you represent the agency to both Parks staff and the public.
Job Description:
Parks & Recreation seeks fulltime and seasonal Assistant Gardeners. Assist in the planting and cultivating of trees, flowers and shrubs. Grade, sod, weed, mulch and mow lawns. Assist in the preparation of root cuttings, seed growth, seed collection soil and seedbeds. Properly operate and maintain Parks & Recreation gardening equipment. Keep basic records and prepare written reports. Safely drive and operate vehicles, mowing equipment and other motorized equipment incidental to the performance of duties. Interact with staff and the public in a courteous and professional manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of full-time experience in gardening work, including experience in each of the following: planting, cultivating and caring for trees, plants, shrubs and lawns; or Thirty credits, at least fifteen of which must pertain to horticulture, agriculture or a related field from an accredited college or community college; or a certificate from a recognized horticultural or botanical program; or Education and/or experience equivalent to above. A Motor Vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York is required. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with volunteers. Familiarity with local species and ornamental plant species. New York State Pesticide Applicator License category 3A or 7 a plus. Commercial Driver License Class B a plus. Ability to initiate and complete projects in a timely manner.
Salary: $33,732 - $48,550.
To apply:
Please email or mail cover letter & resume with Attention: JVN # 846-07- EL112.
City of New York/Parks & Recreation
24 West 61st Street, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10023
We are an equal opportunity employer.