Floriculturist Foreman - BID

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

About The Position

THIS IS A BID POSITION This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Chicago Park District and the Service Employees International Union Local 703. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, the District will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. The District is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants. Title: Floriculturist Foreman CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under supervision, has charge of a group of workers engaged in the propagation and cultivation of all types of horticultural plant material in conservatories, propagating houses, nurseries and other indoor and outdoor floral areas. Assists in laying out and assigning work pertaining to indoor and outdoor floral activities. Supervises the propagation, cultivation and care of annual and perennial floral plants and bedding stock. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from High School or the equivalent (GED) supplemented by two years of experience performing nursery duties or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Knowledge of floricultural and horticultural principles and techniques.
Knowledge of the safe application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Supervisory skills.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience in the above stated field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and assists in directing a group of workers engaged in the propagation and cultivation of tropical herbaceous, annual and perennial plant material, such as disbudding, pruning, and trimming plants.
Supervises the planting and bedding of plants according to plans and sketches, eradicating insects and fungi, and cultivating, watering and generally caring for plants in greenhouses, cold frames and outdoor flower beds.
Supervises the operation of propagating houses and conservatories including the adjusting of temperatures, humidity and other conditions in an approved manner.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
4 paid personal days per year.
13 paid holidays per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs – Transit Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free Admission to most Chicago museums.