POSITION DESCRIPTION FORM
Human Resources
This position description is used as a basis for determining the position classification and is maintained as an official record of the
duties assigned to this position. This description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the assigned work, however, it is
understood that duties may be removed, modified or assigned, and may not be included on this description.
DEPARTMENT:
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Gardening Specialist *
EMPLOYEE NAME:
SUPERVISOR NAME AND CLASSIFICATION:
A.
POSITION PURPOSE:
B.
SUPERVISORY/LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLASSIFICATION OF POSITION(S):
POSITION:
NEW
WORKING TITLE:
EXISTING
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
C.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
D.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
E.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent.
F.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or general grounds, one year of
which shall have been in either the maintenance, repair or modification of irrigation systems, specialized pest and/or spray
control work, or cultivation and care of nursery plants.
G.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the methods, plants, tools and equipment used in planting, cultivating and caring for flowers,
shrubs, lawns and trees.

General knowledge of the composition and structure of soil, Ph factors of soils, compatibility and incompatibility factors
between soil and plants, difference between plant mixes, and erosion control.

Ability to identify, diagnose and treat plant disease, and correct plant nutrient deficiencies.

Ability to prepare freehand sketches and make recommendations for possible improvements in landscaping within the
assigned areas.
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Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position and to follow oral and written instructions.
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The successful candidate must be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background check, which may include checks of
employment records, criminal records, civil records, and motor vehicle records.
G.
LICENSE:

Possession of the appropriate California Department of Pesticide Regulation license to perform pest control work.

May be required to possess a valid California’s driver’s license.
H.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* NON-EXEMPT (ENTITLED TO OVERTIME PAY)
** EXEMPT (NOT ENTITLED TO OVERTIME PAY)
Position Description Form (Form #10; 8/94; 5/04; 7/14)
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I.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following
Percentage
of Time (%)
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100% TOTAL
J.
SIGNATURES: (Signature indicates that this is an accurate description of assigned duties.)
______________________________
Employee Name
______________________________
Employee Signature
____________________
Date
______________________________
Supervisor Name
______________________________
Supervisor Signature
____________________
Date
______________________________
Dept Head/Area Manager Name
______________________________
Dept Head/Area Manager Signature
____________________
Date
Position Description Form (Form #10; 8/94; 5/04; 7/14)
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