Horticulture Care Specialist

Skokie Park District • Skokie, IL

9d • $18

About The Position

Basic Function The part-time horticultural care specialist is responsible for the health, maintenance, and overall care of trees and shrubs in specific parks that fall within certain parameters. This role requires a passion for horticulture, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Essential Duties Perform routine inspections and assessments of trees and shrubs to identify health issues, pests, and diseases. Develop and implement care plans, including pruning, fertilizing, watering, weeding, and pest management. Safely operate and maintain equipment such as handsaws, pruners, and watering equipment. Provide recommendations for tree and shrub planting, including species selection and site preparation. Collaborate with horticulture crew to ensure the health and aesthetic appeal of green spaces in designated zones. Maintain accurate records of all work performed, including treatments and inspections. Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, safety standards, and local regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. This job falls in paygrade PT4. The target hiring range for this position is 18.00 depending on qualifications. A link to our part-time wage scale can be found here: https://www.skokieparks.org/part-time-wage-scale/ Qualifications Qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred. Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age. Strong knowledge of tree and shrub species, diseases and pest management preferred. Certifications: Valid Illinois Driver’s License required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Additionally, a list of our benefits for staff can be found here: https://www.skokieparks.org/assets/1/6/SPD-InternalBenefitsChart-20251.pdf At the Skokie Park District, we believe in fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We encourage applicants of all races, genders, ages, abilities, and identities to apply and join our team.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of tree and shrub species, diseases and pest management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and assessments of trees and shrubs to identify health issues, pests, and diseases.
• Develop and implement care plans, including pruning, fertilizing, watering, weeding, and pest management.
• Safely operate and maintain equipment such as handsaws, pruners, and watering equipment.
• Provide recommendations for tree and shrub planting, including species selection and site preparation.
• Collaborate with horticulture crew to ensure the health and aesthetic appeal of green spaces in designated zones.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed, including treatments and inspections.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, safety standards, and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED