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Horticulturalist/gardener (non-merit) (park/rec Support Assistant Iii)

Employer: Fairfax County Government
Location: Chantilly, Virginia
Salary: $10.39 - $17.86 Hourly
Closing date: Dec 9, 2020

Industry: Specialty Trades
Function: Construction and Skilled Trades, Help Desk Technician, IT
Hours: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

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Perform maintenance for a variety of different types of gardens and open space to include propagation and installation, invasive plant removal, and tree pruning and planting. Interpretive duties and other natural and cultural resource maintenance required as assigned. Some weekend work may be required. Early morning hours preferred.

Note: *This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Not eligible for employee benefits, such as medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, participation in flexible spending programs, earned leave or holiday pay.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, training and paid or volunteer experience working in gardens or in the landscaping field equivalent to the following: associate degree or experience in related field. Basic gardening and plant knowledge required.

Certificates and Licenses Required:

Motor vehicle operator's license.
First Aid and CPR/AED certification (offered through Fairfax County).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have access to reliable transportation. Must have ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher; and ability to direct and coordinate the work of volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to spend extended periods of time standing, walking, and ability to traverse rough and uneven terrain to inspect or work in remote park areas. Must be able to work in varying weather conditions. Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment including, pruners, string trimmer, mowers, hedge trimmer, saws, utility vehicles, backpack blower and others. Must be physically able to lift 50 pounds.

To apply: Send an emailed resume to Patricia Greenberg, Natural Resource Manager, at patricia.greenberg@fairfaxcounty.gov , 703-631-0248.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

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Website: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
Location: 12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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