Landscape Gardener Supervisor

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Landscape Gardener Supervisor in the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department! In this role, you will plan, organize, direct and evaluate the work of a crew engaged in landscape or turf maintenance work and provide for the instruction and training of assigned staff. See the full job class specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/106083 Applicants must have permanent career status as a City of Berkeley employee A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is: Equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of increasingly responsible maintenance or gardening experience, and courses in the principles and techniques of effective supervision. Possession of an AA degree in Ornamental Horticulture or a closely related field is desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions. Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on March 23, 2026 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov . Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. The exam process will include, but may not be limited to: Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents Review of Supplemental Questionnaire In person Oral Exam (April 15th and 16th if needed.) Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations:

The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.