Greenskeeper I/II - Limited Term - 5475103-0

The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a Greenskeeper I/II - Limited Term to join our team. Classes in this series perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation, care and maintenance of county golf courses, associated landscaped areas and related facilities; performs other related work as assigned. Typical Tasks and Representative Duties(Not in order of importance) Mows greens, tees, fairways, and other turf areas; checks greens for disease, thatch, moisture content or any other condition that might cause damage to greens; removes dew from greens on non-mowing days.Uses verticutters to remove thatch from greens; aerates and/or over-seeds greens, tees and fairways; cultivates, fertilizes, prunes, and waters turf, plants and trees.Plants and maintains turf, shrubs, trees, and other groundcovers; removes and replaces damaged sod sections.Sprays ornamentals, aquatics, greens, tees, and fairway turf areas; top-dresses green and tee areas; applies herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides as directed.Sets pins and tee markers; inspects greens, tees, fairways and other landscaped areas to ensure compliance with established standards.Drives and operates County vehicles; operates various hand tools and power equipment such as mowers, edgers, aerators, sodcutters, rototillers, saws, trimmers, chemical sprayers, shredders, and sweepers.Installs, repairs and operates irrigation systems; cleans and performs minor maintenance on golf course buildings and related facilities.Operates standard office equipment and computer applications; maintains records of course activities and prepares related reports.Communicates with a wide variety of staff and members of the public in the course of work; enforces rules and regulations to protect the public and the environment.As assigned, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommends appointments, transfers, reassignments, terminations and disciplinary actions; establishes work schedules, assigns employee duties and reviews work to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established, standards, requirements and procedures. Click Here for the full job description Greenskeeper I Click Here for the full job description Greenskeeper II Click Here to learn more about the department. This recruitment is to fill a Limited Term, full-time position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is June 30, 2027. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County. Distinguishing CharacteristicsGreenskeeper I: This is the entry-level position in the series. Incumbents work under supervision, have working knowledge of turf care, golf course maintenance, tools and equipment; perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks; may assist in the training of subordinate personnel. Greenskeeper II: This is the journey-level position in the series. Incumbents work under general supervision, are experienced in turf care, golf course maintenance, tools and equipment; perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks; assist in the training of subordinate personnel and may be designated as a lead worker. Employment StandardsKnowledge of: Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the maintenance of a golf courseTurf management and horticulture practicesFertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and proper usage in maintaining golf course groundsRules, regulations and policies governing County golf course operationsIrrigation system controls and operationContemporary office equipment, computer applicationsEffective techniques of written and oral communicationTechniques and methods of conflict resolutionFirst Aid and CPR proceduresBasic elements of employee supervisionAbility to: Use and service of hand tools and power equipment used in golf course greens and grounds maintenanceSafely apply fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicalsDeal tactfully and effectively with the public and work cooperatively with othersUnderstand and follow oral and written instructionsLearn the rules, regulations, policies and laws governing the operation of County golf coursesFollow safety rules and work in a safe mannerLearn First Aid, CPR and use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)Perform medium to heavy physical laborOperate vehicles and light maintenance equipmentMaintain accurate records and complete standardized reportsSupervise and evaluate the work of others as assigned Education and Experience Greenskeeper I: Either A: One year of experience equivalent to a Greenskeeper Aide. OR B An Associate’s degree, or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in Agronomy, Turf Science, Horticulture, Golf Course or Parks Management or closely related field. OR C: Graduation from High School or GED AND two years of job-related experience. Greenskeeper II Either A: Two years of experience equivalent to a Greenskeeper I. OR B: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Agronomy, Turf Science, Horticulture, Golf Course or Parks Management or closely related field. OR C: An Associate’s degree or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in any of the fields noted above AND two years of job-related experience. Licenses and CertificatesCertain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Must obtain and maintain valid Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED certificates or their equivalent within six months from date of appointment. Other SpecificationsOther Conditions of Employment: Employees in this classification may be required to work holidays, weekends and evenings. This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the positions(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential functions of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the duties or the working conditions of the position, please contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. 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