PEORIACORPS CREW SUPERVISOR
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The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Description

The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

JOB TITLE: PeoriaCorps Program Director

DEPARTMENT: Equal Opportunity Office

LOCATION: 813 SW Washington Street, Peoria, Illinois

HOURS: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday

(Some evenings and weekends required)

SALARY: 2024 Management Grade 121 $69,356 to $96,190

The PeoriaCorps Crew Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating and implementing classroom training and fieldwork for program participants. Classroom Curriculum is centered on Green Infrastructure Maintenance, Employability skills training, and general knowledge of green infrastructure and native landscapes; Fieldwork will focus on surface level maintenance of the City's green infrastructure installations and other public greenspaces.

DEADLINE BY 5:00PM - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 Examples of Duties

• Coordinate the work schedule with other Program Director and other City Staff.
• Train participants in proper maintenance techniques and protocols.
• Oversee the daily operations of the crew.
• Supervise participants during their work in the field.
• Keep accurate and complete records of Corps Member time.
• Manage tool and supply inventory.
• Responsible for grant required on performance measures and project outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license and good driving record. College degree in landscape architecture, agriculture, engineering, or other closely related field. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Candidate must be NGICP certified or able to complete certification upon hire. Must pass the AmeriCorps required background check and fingerprinting prior to hire. Preferences

• Previous work experience (1-3 years) in ecological services, park management, natural resources, or landscape horticulture.
• Experience working with disadvantaged populations preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.

Supplemental Information

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Work is performed primarily in an office setting with occasional field work.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

• Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
• Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
• Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

This job posting is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

APPLICATIONS, RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 419 FULTON, ROOM 200, PEORIA, IL 61602 UNTIL THE DEADLINE DATE. FAX# (309) ###-####, PHONE# (309) ###-####, E-MAIL ...@peoriagov.org or website www.peoriagov.org. CITY RESIDENCY REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE. MAY ELECT TO WAIVE THE PEORIA CITY LIMITS RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT BY AGREEING TO FORFEIT 2% OF YOUR ANNUAL BASE SALARY. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST PASS MEDICAL EXAMINATION INCLUDING A DRUG SCREEN PRIOR TO HIRE. OFFICIAL CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.