Landscape Specialist - Conservatory

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

1d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Landscape Specialist performs landscape management practices at the Park District’s parks, facilities, historic properties, and natural areas. Typical duties will include planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and mulching, bed preparation, plant installation, shrub and tree pruning, and seasonal cleanup operations. The Landscape Specialist will also assist in plant sales, markets, special events, and horticulture related programs. This position is a part-time, year-round IMRF position.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Associate degree or certificate in horticulture, biology, related field, 1 year experience as landscape laborer/foreman, project manager, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of principles and implementation of integrated pest management
General knowledge of annual, perennial, native and woody plant material, and cultural requirements
Ability to identify weeds
Ability to operate medium and light work-related equipment
Ability to maintain multiple projects in a dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong sense of self-motivation and independent work habits
Ability to organize, prioritize, and problem solve
Valid Illinois Pesticide Applications license or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment
Certification in advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current.
Physical fitness and strength to lift to 50 pounds without accommodation and 100 pounds with accommodation
Ability to work on hands and knees to weed flower beds
Ability to work at height
Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. Must maintain valid driver's license at all times.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
This position is part of a random drug test policy.
Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise verbal and written manner
Ability to maintain effective audio-visual and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, and writing, and operating assigned equipment
Math skills including measuring, calculating, and estimating
Ability to interpret and explain Park District and department policies, practices, and procedures
Demonstrated safety awareness and judgment in all aspects of responsibility

Nice To Haves

The district provides this training

Responsibilities

Implements horticulture practices including but not limited to bed preparation, plant installation, mulching, edging, trimming, pruning, watering, weed removal, and application of our integrated pest management policy
Performs snow and ice removal removal at the Conservatory and other Park District parks and/or facilities
Uses, operates, and maintains horticultural tools and equipment
Answers horticulture-related questions from the public based on background, expertise, education, and/or certification
Work special events, programs, and plants sales, and markets
Assists with maintenance and upkeep of Conservatory showrooms, production greenhouses, and planting beds throughout the district
Ensure that all installation work is performed in accordance with industry and park district standards
Promotes an environment of safe work habits and active participation in the Park Districts risk management and safety programs
Maintains a complete actionable understanding of the Park Districts emergency action plans (EAPs); acts as a leader (as assigned) in the execution of EAPs when required
Acts as a leader and nurtures a work culture that promotes open, frequent, and dynamic
Provides excellent customer service and maintains a positive public image
Drives Park district vehicles
Collaborates with Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) as assigned
Plans and participates in Conservatory special projects, programs, and activities
Completes accident and incident reports in a timely manner
Communication and promotes teamwork to accomplish goals and objectives
Becomes familiar with the personnel policies and manual of the Park District
Assist with care of Conservatory birds and pond maintenance
Performs other tasks as assigned