The City of Portland Parks Division is seeking a Horticulture Supervisor. This is a working supervisory position that directs and coordinates the on-site field operations of the Horticulture Section of the Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department and works under the general direction of the City Arborist. The work involves landscape and floral design, landscape and floral garden operations including direct supervision of the Horticulture Section crew members and seasonal staff.
We are looking for someone who is a team player, has supervisory experience, knowledge of public landscape gardening including but not limited to landscape garden design and maintenance, including pruning of hedges, shrubs and small trees, insect and disease management.
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Necessary Requirements:
Applications accepted until 4/25/2025.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, AFSCME Supervisors Grade 27 - Starting weekly salary $1,053.60.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : SUPERVISOR
Job Family : SUPERVISORS
Posting Start : 04/04/2025
Posting End : 04/25/2025