Find & Apply For Recreation / Activities Worker Jobs in Baltimore, Maryland

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$ 51,085.00 - $83,263.00

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$ 51,085.00 - $83,263.00 Annually Get to Know Us Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here : https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Job Summary:

A Greenhouse Supervisor plans and oversees the indoor and outdoor horticultural work involved in planting, maintaining, and developing municipal conservatories, office plantings and displays, and floral or seasonal indoor plant exhibits. The work of this class involves supervising horticultural and laboring personnel. Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional 5-day workweek, that may include weekend day, and are on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies due to violent or extreme weather, vandalism, or greenhouse support system failures or malfunctions. Work is performed in various greenhouses and conservatories and outdoors where conditions such as high temperatures and humidity, and unusual plant and insect pests may be encountered. The work requires moderate physical exertion when lifting and moving large plants and containers, and bags of soil and fertilizers.

Minimum Qualifications:

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education:

Have a bachelor's degree in horticulture from an accredited college or university.

AND Experience:

Have one year of supervisory responsibilities as disciplining, evaluating the performance of, and recommending the hiring, firing, and promoting of others.

OR Equivalency Notes:

Have an accredited high school diploma or GED certification and five years of experience in horticulture, landscape or floral design work.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:

Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit.

PROVISIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. NOTE

YOU

MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

Possession of a Pesticide Application license is required within one year of appointment to positions in this class

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APPLICATION DEADLINE

Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of the propagation, cultivation and care of plants, shrubs and trees. Knowledge of the techniques of indoor (greenhouse) and outdoor gardening. Knowledge of greenhouse heating and cooling systems. Knowledge of sound Integrated Pest Management practices. Knowledge of the techniques of landscaping. Knowledge of the application of pesticides, fertilizers and soil conditioners. Skill in preparing floral decorations, arrangements and displays. Ability to plan flower shows. Ability to train and supervise personnel in the performance of gardening duties. Ability to maintain records. Ability to use office equipment including computers and office software. Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final. Education Accreditation Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org . Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order. Examination Process Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE:

Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information. Financial Disclosure This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 day s of hire .

Your Recruiter:

Maya McEachern If you have any questions, please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at Maya.mceachern@baltimorecity.gov . Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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