The City of Livermore, CA invites you to join our progressive team as the Public Works Supervisor of Landscaping Services for the City and the Landscape Maintenance and Community Facilities Districts.
Salary/Benefits: $8,239 - $10,299 per month. The City provides $1,950 per month to purchase medical, dental, vision, additional life, and other benefits or paid in cash with proof of medical coverage. Detailed benefits information available on the City’s website.
The Public Works Supervisor (Landscape Services) plans, organizes, and coordinates the activities of the Landscape section; recommends and implements section goals, objectives, and performance standards; administers and monitors landscape contracts ensuring compliance; administers the Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs), Community Facilities Districts (CFDs), and the section’s budget; supervises directly and through field supervisors the tasks performed in the installation, repair, and maintenance of landscaping, irrigation, planting, cultivation, pruning, mowing, and caring for shrubs, flowers, groundcover, turf, and trees; oversees staff application of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals; reviews development plans for compliance with City standards; develops and administers programs and policies; and participates on a variety of committees.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 4 years of progressively responsible, journey level exp in public works or a related field, and at least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience. Public sector exp in a similar environment and contract management exp are highly desirable.
Education: Equiv. to graduation from high school, with specialized training or college coursework related to landscape maintenance. An AA or AS Degree is desirable.
Certification: Requires a Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) Qualified Applicator Certificate prior to the completion of the 12 mo. probationary period.
Application Filing Period: A City application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted on-line and received by Human Resources by 5:00 pm, Monday, Nov 26, 2018. Apply at: www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs For questions contact Human Resources at (925) 960-4100.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.