Introduction
This is a promotional recruitment - only permanent and/or probationary County employees are eligible to apply.
POSITION INFORMATION
The Department of Agriculture, Parks and Natural Resources
is seeking a motivated professional to join our team as a Parks Worker –
Senior. In this leadership role, you will help maintain and enhance the
County’s parks, trails, and open spaces while providing day to day direction
and guidance to assigned staff.
BENEFITS
Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.
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For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website.
DEFINITION
To perform skilled construction and maintenance of County landscapes, parks, trails, open space, median areas, beaches, and lawn and garden areas with a high degree of skill and independent judgment; to perform painting, metal fabrication, sign installation, tree trimming and removal, and irrigation system calibration, testing, and modification; to perform maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; to perform routine maintenance and general construction related to parks facilities; and to exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance staff.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level class in the Parks Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, and nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from a Parks Crew Supervisor and/or higher-level supervisory and management staff.
Exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance staff and/or other designated crew members.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Participate in the coordination and scheduling of assigned projects and areas of responsibility; communicate and act as liaison with other departments, divisions, project managers, and outside contractors during all phases of project completion.
- Assist in establishing project parameters and resource requirements within assigned area(s) of responsibility; designate quantity and type of materials and supplies needed; estimate cost and layout of job; purchase materials and supplies.
- Provide lead supervision to assigned staff and crew members; assign and schedule tasks; direct the work being performed.
- Assist supervisor in determining training needs of assigned staff; provide training to staff as needed; provide input into employee performance evaluations upon request; communicate with supervisor regarding employe work performance, including deficiencies.
- Inspect work performed and notify supervisor of any concerns or issues.
- Keep records and prepare reports as required.
- Plant, cultivate, and irrigate lawns and flower beds; prepare soil for transplanting; mow and edge lawns; prune, trim, and remove trees, hedges, and shrubs; weed assigned areas; mix and apply fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides.
- Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and components.
- Clean and clear grounds, playgrounds, and playing fields; clean walks, parking lots, and storm drains; dispose of trimmings and other debris; dig trenches and post holes either manually or with mechanical assistance; clean and maintain trails and beaches; and maintain native vegetation.
- Inspect, service, repair and maintain various types of grounds equipment, including mowers, rototillers, edgers, hedge trimmers, and other power-driven and mechanical equipment.
- Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and masonry work, including welding, framing, rough carpentry and painting, pouring concrete, lighting and wiring, and repairing faucets, sinks, and toilets in parks facilities.
- Operate a variety of light and moderately heavy equipment, including excavators, skid steers, street sweepers, field tractors, boom trucks, stump grinders, and backhoes.
- Perform sanitation duties and maintenance of parks rest rooms, campsites, and picnic areas; perform minor playground equipment repair.
- Accept and receipt parks fees; maintain records and prepare reports and other documents as required.
- Perform arborist duties, including trimming and removing trees, climbing trees, evaluating and inventorying trees, and removing diseased trees.
- May remove snow and ice on a seasonal basis.
- Perform pool maintenance and upkeep, including pumps, filters, and chemicals.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other County employees, and the public using principles of effective customer service.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
Experience and Training:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to a Parks Worker with Placer County.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Required License or Certificate:
- May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
- Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate from California Department of Food and Agriculture is desired.
- Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of parks, trails, and open space maintenance and activities.
- Principles and practices of landscaping, irrigation troubleshooting and repair, irrigation controller programming, carpentry, and plumbing.
- Use and purpose of common materials, tools, equipment, methods, procedures, and practices used in the skilled construction and maintenance of parks, trails, and open space.
- Principles and practices of work safety.
- Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws.
- Principles and practices of project management, coordination, and inspection.
- Principles and practices of recordkeeping.
- Automated systems used to schedule maintenance activities and projects.
- Office procedures, methods, computer equipment, and relevant software.
- Basic principles and practices of providing lead supervision and training to others.
- Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Ability to:
- On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; observe safety rules and identify safety hazards; analyze problem equipment and systems; recall, identify, and locate equipment and tools; read, interpret, explain, and follow work orders, manuals, schematics, diagrams, drawings, and blueprints; work under time pressure with frequent interruptions; focus on a single task for long periods of time; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action; explain job to others.
- Intermittently, sit while completing work papers and reports or while operating equipment; on a continuous basis, walk, stand, balance, bend, squat, crouch, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and performing grounds and maintenance work; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; hear, see, and smell with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; speak, use telephone, write, and use keyboard to communicate; lift very heavy weight.
- Train, assign, and monitor the work of assigned staff.
- Make accurate estimates of materials, work hours, and costs required in assigned maintenance projects.
- Operate a variety of equipment, hand tools, and power tools, including light trucks, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, street sweepers, field tractors, boom trucks, backhoes, sprayers, chainsaws, weed eaters, stump grinders, leaf sweepers, chippers, rakes, and shovels.
- Use specialized tools and equipment applicable to specific area of assignment.
- Perform the more complex construction and maintenance duties.
- Service, repair, and adjust various mechanical and electrical groundskeeping equipment and tools.
- Remain current with technology associated with parks, trails, and open space maintenance.
- Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
- Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Interact fairly and courteously with the public.
- Work assigned shift, including weekends, holidays, and odd or irregular hours; be subject to emergency call-out and work unusual or prolonged work schedules; work multiple or mandatory shifts during emergencies, seasonally caused circumstances, or special projects.
- Perform heavy and continuous physical labor in a safe and effective manner.
- Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Training & Experience Rating (100%)
Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Hire Requirements
Candidates must complete the following requirements before their start date if an offer is extended:
- DOJ Criminal Background Clearance: Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check through the California Department of Justice.
- Medical Evaluation: Pass a pre-employment physical, which may include drug screening and/or a psychological evaluation.
- Oath of Office: Subscribe to the constitutional oath or affirmation as required for all public employees by the California Constitution.
- Employment Eligibility Verification: Provide original documents that establish both identity and the legal right to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Position-Specific Requirements
In addition to the above, some positions may require one or more of the following:
- Age Verification: Provide documentation verifying that you meet the minimum legal age requirements for this position.
- Background Check: Some positions require a background investigation. This may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, polygraph, and/or proof of bonding.
- Law Enforcement: Applicants for law enforcement functions must complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process.
- Medi-Cal Access/Licensing: Applicants with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification.
Failure to clear all requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.
SUBSTITUTE LISTS
The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of the following characteristics: gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits associated with race, which include, but are not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, primary language, immigration status, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, the person’s use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or any combination of two or more characteristics stated herein. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.
Conclusion
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637.
