Job Description

Public Works Parks and Open Space Division is looking to hire!!!!

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment including a limited duration position.  Please see “Limited Duration (LD) Opportunity” below for more information about Limited Duration positions.

City of Eugene’s parks and open space system provides spaces to play, run, hike, bike, commute or simply relax in. One can even say the park system is an essential thread of the community’s quality of life. The greenspaces along Eugene’s transportation system include over 50,000 street trees, 200 medians, and 500 vegetated stormwater quality facilities which are part of and maintained by the Parks and Open Space Division. Our division is currently seeking individual(s) to fill entry-level park specialist position(s) who are interested in an exciting career opportunity working outdoors, advancing clean water initiatives, and reducing environmental impacts to the urban landscape while keeping our greenspaces safe, clean and green.

The primary duties of this position will perform routine landscape maintenance tasks including pruning, mulching, irrigation, litter, and debris pick-up within the public right of way. Must have the ability to perform strenuous manual work under varying weather conditions. Successful candidate(s) must demonstrate positive attitude, customer service, compassion, and dependability in their daily performance of this work. This entry-level position provides a chance to work in a fun and rewarding team environment.

Salary Range: 

$24.45 – $30.46/ hourly; $50,856.00 – $63,356.80/ annually

The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA). You can learn more about our process at our How to Apply page.

Benefits: 

Please click the Benefits Tab on the job posting to view the City of Eugene’s competitive package options.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year manual work in grounds keeping, parks and/or natural area maintenance or building maintenance.<
 

How to Apply

Click here to apply online. Application Deadline: Friday, November 1, 2024 - 5:00 p.m. Accepting on-line applications only.

Job Categories: Horticulture / Gardening / Landscaping. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: See posting for details.

Apply for this Job

Name *

Email *

Message *

Upload resumé (pdf, doc, docx, zip, txt, rtf)

Upload cover letter (pdf, doc, docx, zip, txt, rtf)