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Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 10582
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
Closing Date: 12/8/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY.
The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is an award winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George's counties. We administer and maintain the park systems, and in Prince George's county, we are also responsible for developing the county's public recreation programs.
Our Department of Parks & Recreation has the overall responsibility for planning, supervising and coordinating all park/recreation facilities and services throughout Prince George's County. The Facility Services Division (FSD) is the largest Division within this Department and is composed of six major work areas: Fleet Management, Buildings & Structures (Trade Shops), Horticulture & Forestry (Roads & Grounds), Major Maintenance & Inspection, Critical Projects(Heavy Equipment, FMT and ADA) and the Administrative section. The mission of FSD is to provide professional, high quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all parks and recreation facilities and to support the diverse work programs of the Parks & Recreation department in Prince George's county and its customers.
This position is located in the Southern or Northern Landscape sections of the Horticulture & Forestry (H&F) group in the Maintenance and Development Division. This position will work under general supervision, performing skilled gardening and landscaping work in the care and maintenance of Commission parks, public gardens and/or landscaped areas of Commission buildings and facilities.
The successful candidate will perform a full range of gardening and grounds maintenance duties, as assigned, with occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situation arise. This candidate will provide assistance with landscaping/gardening projects to include: design, research and plant selection. They will also have a good knowledge base of the typical horticulture material used in this region, including the ability to ID plants (common and scientific names), shrubs and trees commonly used in landscape beds along with commonly accepted IPM practices.
Examples of Important Duties
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school graduate or GED, and four years of progressively responsible experience in grounds keeping, building maintenance, or park maintenance; and demonstrated ability to read and understand materials and instructions and write routine records and reports; or
2. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. A valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.
4. Pass Commission medical examination.
5. Additionally, contingent upon area of assignment, some positions in this class may require:
a. Registration as a Pesticide Applicator with the Maryland Department of Agriculture, Pesticide Regulation Section, within twelve months of hire.
b. Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Gardener
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
Plan C: 9%* of base salary (FOP members only) - *9.5% Effective 4/1/2023
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%) Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%) Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
Leave Programs
Other Benefits
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 10582
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
Closing Date: 12/8/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY.
The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is an award winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George's counties. We administer and maintain the park systems, and in Prince George's county, we are also responsible for developing the county's public recreation programs.
Our Department of Parks & Recreation has the overall responsibility for planning, supervising and coordinating all park/recreation facilities and services throughout Prince George's County. The Facility Services Division (FSD) is the largest Division within this Department and is composed of six major work areas: Fleet Management, Buildings & Structures (Trade Shops), Horticulture & Forestry (Roads & Grounds), Major Maintenance & Inspection, Critical Projects(Heavy Equipment, FMT and ADA) and the Administrative section. The mission of FSD is to provide professional, high quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all parks and recreation facilities and to support the diverse work programs of the Parks & Recreation department in Prince George's county and its customers.
This position is located in the Southern or Northern Landscape sections of the Horticulture & Forestry (H&F) group in the Maintenance and Development Division. This position will work under general supervision, performing skilled gardening and landscaping work in the care and maintenance of Commission parks, public gardens and/or landscaped areas of Commission buildings and facilities.
The successful candidate will perform a full range of gardening and grounds maintenance duties, as assigned, with occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situation arise. This candidate will provide assistance with landscaping/gardening projects to include: design, research and plant selection. They will also have a good knowledge base of the typical horticulture material used in this region, including the ability to ID plants (common and scientific names), shrubs and trees commonly used in landscape beds along with commonly accepted IPM practices.
Examples of Important Duties
- Generally, assigned to an area landscaping crew, performing landscape bed preparation planting annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees.
- Landscape bed maintenance, including weeding, fertilizing, watering, raking and adding mulch. Ability to use and operate a variety of hand and power tools associated with the landscaping industry.
- Prune, plant and transplant trees
- Mow fine turf; from time to time, remove and relay sod
- Assist with the diagnoses of plant issues, such as drainage problems and pests.
- Under supervision, apply pesticides and fertilizers. Should be able to calculate the appropriate rates of pesticides and fertilizers. Record and maintain records of pesticides and fertilizers used.
- Operate mowers, small motorized equipment, utility vehicles and commonly used hand tools.
- Assist with the design and installation of hardscape structures - walls, steps, paths, fountains, etc.
- Operate snow throwers and shovels to remove snow from sidewalks and drives.
- Operates complex equipment and vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating requiring a CDL.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school graduate or GED, and four years of progressively responsible experience in grounds keeping, building maintenance, or park maintenance; and demonstrated ability to read and understand materials and instructions and write routine records and reports; or
2. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. A valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.
4. Pass Commission medical examination.
5. Additionally, contingent upon area of assignment, some positions in this class may require:
a. Registration as a Pesticide Applicator with the Maryland Department of Agriculture, Pesticide Regulation Section, within twelve months of hire.
b. Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Gardener
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
Plan C: 9%* of base salary (FOP members only) - *9.5% Effective 4/1/2023
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.
- Deferred Compensation MissionSquare 457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $2,850
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs
- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits
- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
