Agriculture Park Maintenance Specialist (SR-22) Hawaii
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Job Ref: | 326664183 |
Employer: | Ag Jobs |
Company Name: | County of Maui |
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Job Type: | Full Time |
Specific Salary and/or Range: | $5,076.00 Monthly |
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Country: | United States |
State: | Hawaii |
Zip Code: | 96793 |
Map: | United States, Hawaii, 96793 (Show on map) |
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Salary: $5,076.00 Monthly Location : Maui County (various), HI Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Job Number: R-9025 Department: Department of Agriculture Opening Date: 04/28/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Description Plans and coordinates the activities of the agriculture park grounds, buildings, and related structures; oversees the care, maintenance, repair activities of the agriculture park grounds; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the agricultural maintenance program and activities to include the care, maintenance, and repair of agriculture park grounds, buildings and related structures. Examples of Duties The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
This is the first class specification approved for the new class, AGRICULTURE PARK MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST, effective March 1, 2023. APPROVED: April 11, 2023 Minimum Qualification Requirements Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas. License Requirements: Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3). Knowledge of: the principles and practices of agriculture; propagation and cultivation methods and techniques; soil characteristics; methods and techniques of re-sodding and re-building large fields; basic principles of controlling plant pests and diseases; kinds of fertilizers and their uses; operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment and tools; report writing; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: plan and establish an agriculture grounds maintenance program; detect and recognize plant diseases and pests; recommend techniques and procedures in propagation, cultivation, chemical treatment, and general care and maintenance of plants, trees, fruits, vegetables; prepare cost estimates for material, equipment and supplies; research data and prepare reports; communicate clearly, orally and in writing; and foster good relationships. Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions to the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui. Personnel Services Email: The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following: Vacation Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day. Sick Leave Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated. Retirement Plan Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at Health Benefit Plans The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
Group Life Insurance Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees. Holidays The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year). Deferred Compensation Plan Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options. Flex Spending Plan Eligible employees can also participate in the County's Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses. Employee Assistance Program The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems. Training The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs. Leave Sharing The County's leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury. Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees. 01 Do you have a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field? Please attach your official transcripts or your diploma which states your field of study.
02 Did you attach a copy of your college degree stating the field of study or a copy of your official college transcript? It is important for you to attach a copy of your diploma or official transcripts for consideration.
03 Do you have two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas? Please ensure you list your related work experience on your application. "See Resume" is not acceptable.
04 This position requires the possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3). Do you possess a valid driver's license?)
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