In-House Tree Planting Crew Leader

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The mission of NYC Parks is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations and care for parks and public spaces. Environment and Planning works to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York City’s green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. Environment and Planning is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Major Responsibilities

- Under general direction from managers and supervisors, manage all phases of the In-house tree planting pilot program.
- Under supervision, conduct soil sampling, tree bed preparation and maintenance, planting, cultivating, mulching, irrigation, pruning and weeding of trees, flowers and plants.
- Train and supervise employees and volunteers in various horticultural tasks and various aspects of general In-house tree planting and maintenance.
- Perform necessary horticultural tasks including digging up, balling, burlapping, transplanting trees and plants, potting flowers and other herbaceous or woody plants.
- Perform small tree removals and stump removal operations.
- Perform excavation, amend, and grade soil to prepare tree beds for planting.
- Perform all required compound maintenance including all equipment and supplies, irrigation of trees and all tree-care related duties.
- Assist with unloading, storage and maintenance of tree deliveries from nurseries.
- Assist with and perform necessary duties to load trees for planting.
- Use agency tree maintenance applications to collect necessary tree data.
- Assist in and perform tasks involved in the operation and care of hand and power gardening tools and equipment.
- Maintain equipment, vehicles, and computerized irrigation systems. Performs basic repairs to the irrigation system.
- Operate transportation vehicles, tractors and other heavy equipment.
- Make necessary operating adjustments; report needs for repairs and replacements to supervisor(s).
- Maintain records and prepare written reports. Develop and oversee inventory management of tools, equipment and supplies.
- Recommend purchases; select and order plants, supplies and new equipment.
- Demonstrate professionalism with staff and the public and serve as a role model of high work ethics and performance.
- Perform other horticultural and park maintenance duties as needed.
- Assist with storm response as needed.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 770933.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

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