Horticultural Technician 2

Minimum Qualifications

1. four years of technical experience in horticulture, plant propagation, nursery, or greenhouse work*, which includes plant pest and disease detection and control. This experience must include one year of supervisory experience.

Or 2. An associate's or higher-level degree and two years of technical experience in horticulture, plant propagation, nursery, or greenhouse work*, which includes plant pest and disease detection and control.

Or 3. a bachelor's or higher-level degree in horticulture, agronomy, forestry, or an agricultural related field.

Or 4. A current qualified employee of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation with one year of permanent non-competitive service as a Horticultural Technician 1, SG-8.

*NOTE: Individuals appointed provisionally must take and pass a Civil Service examination for this position and be reachable, i.e., be one of the top three (3) candidates on the resulting eligible list willing to accept the position.

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the Park Manager 1 and/or higher-level staff, the responsibilities of this Horticultural Technician 2 will be focused on working closely with volunteers, the community, the agency’s stewardship team, and the on-site maintenance crew to direct the maintenance and care of the gardens and grounds of Olana State Historic Site. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Performing garden maintenance such as pruning, planting, mulching, watering, and weeding; Monitoring for pests, invasive species, and diseases; Developing and implement integrated pest management systems.
• Supervising, training, and scheduling skilled and semi-skilled employees and volunteers (full-time or seasonal) in the care of plant material.
• Determining the site’s planting needs, developing propagation schedules, ordering materials, and supervising the propagation of plants, trees, and shrubs for the site; Preparing sketches and schematics for seasonal staff to plant and construct gardens.
• Leading horticultural tours and assisting with special programs, events, and volunteer programs; Answering questions for park visitors about horticulture, history, design, and general park information.
• Assisting with the maintenance of buildings and facilities, such as opening and closing of the site.
• Operating and maintaining hand and portable power tools and motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, sprayers, saws, tillers, trimmers, etc. safely.
• Operating light trucks and other motor vehicles in the performance of duties assigned.
• Performing routine manual maintenance tasks to maintain associated plantings, buildings, roads, and equipment and ensuring all supplies and equipment are properly stored.
• Performs snow and ice control measures and maintains grounds and structures as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Additional Comments

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must complete CPR/AED training within the probationary period and must maintain the certification as a term and condition of employment.
• Must complete and pass chainsaw certification - levels 1, 2, 3 as a term and condition of employment.
• Must perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must support projects at additional parks throughout the Taconic Region by working weekend, holiday, and/or evening hours as operationally necessary.

BENEFITS:
Seasonal employees are eligible for the following benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage - If your employment is for more than 6 months, or if you are expected to work year-round in an hourly position you should discuss, with your hiring manager, eligibility for health insurance.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 09/05/24

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