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Overview The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Landscape Gardener in the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department. The current vacancy is in the Urban Forestry Unit and will staff the tree planting and young tree care team. The City of Berkeley plants, waters, and establishes up to 1,000 trees each year. This recruitment will also create an eligibility list that may be used to staff the Landscape Maintenance Unit. Responsibilities Support the Urban Forestry Unit with tree planting and young tree care. Participate in maintaining landscapes as described for the Landscape Gardener role. Qualifications Equivalent to graduation from high school and two years experience in landscape maintenance work, similar to that described in the job classification. Possession of an AA degree in horticulture or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience. Other Requirements Must possess a valid California driver\'s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Applications Applications must be received by September 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM Pacific and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application. Alternative formats Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. The exam process Will include, but may not be limited to: Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents Review of Supplemental Questionnaire Performance Exam: October 14 and possibly 15, 2025 Tests may consist of any combination of performance, written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews. Reasonable accommodations The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Berkeley

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