Salary: $13.50 Hourly Location : Various Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 35049 Department: Parks and Recreation Division: Greenspace Opening Date: 09/16/2024 Closing Date: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Central POSITION OVERVIEWAPPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED ********SEASONAL********DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT SECTION: NATURAL RESOURCESWORK LOCATION: 1801 MEMORIAL DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77007 WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking Laborers to join its Natural Resourcesteam. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
- Conducts prairie and riparian habitat restoration within parks.
- Works in the HPARD greenhouse to propagate plants for habitat restoration.
- Participates in volunteer workdays, planting events and conservation service events.
- Performs trash cleanup of riparian areas.
- Conducts invasive species removal using mechanical and/or chemical methods.
- Performs technical data collection, research, analysis, evaluations, inspections, or surveys to determine the impact on natural resources.
- Participates in community outreach events to educate citizens about the value of native habitat.
- Participates in online and hands-on training provided by various organizations.
- Performs related work as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS There are routine exposures to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness, and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Very fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS No experience is required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS May require a valid Texas Class C driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2). PREFERENCESPREFERENCE Applicants who can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATIONSELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 3APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832.###.####. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.###.####. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-###-####. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: • Medical • Dental • Vision • Wellness • Life insurance • Long-term disability • Retirement pension • 457 deferred compensation plan • Employee Assistance Program • 10 days of vacation each year • 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday • Flexible schedules • Professional development opportunities • Transportation/parking plan • Section 125 pretax deductions • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
02 What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
- Less than 8th grade completed
- 8th to 12th grade completed
- High School diploma/GED
- Associate's degree or higher
03 Do you have a
valid/current driver's license?
- Yes
- No
- My license is presently restricted, suspended or revoked.
04 Work setting experience- SEASONAL LABORER (Check all that apply).
- Work outside in cold and heat
- Work in moisture/wetness
- Unpleasant air conditions
- Exposure to soiled materials
- Exposure to light chemical substances
- Grounds maintenance
- None of the above
05 Do you understand that this position is for seasonal employment only and does not guarantee permanent employment?
06 Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Weekend shift
- Holiday shift
07 Safety shoes are required for this position. Are you aware you must purchase your safety shoes?
Required Question