Job Description

Job InformationOpen to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This position is represented by the Public Employees Local 71 Union (L71) and are subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and L71.DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Monday-Friday, Occasionally Weekends, Hours Vary
LOCATION: 12001 Business Blvd Ste. 123, Eagle River, AKExample of DutiesThis position leads, trains, and gives general directions to and directs the work of individual employees, maintenance crews and volunteers in a variety of park maintenance projects. The Working Foreman position performs skilled park maintenance tasks in parks, on trail and at Municipal grounds and other facilities using a variety of landscaping and construction equipment, and power and hand tools that may involve the performance of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / PreferencesHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in park maintenance, landscape, trails, and operation and maintenance of associated equipment which includes two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.ORAssociate\'s degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or similar discipline and four (4) years of experience in park maintenance, landscape, trails, and operation and maintenance of associated equipment which includes two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.ORBachelor\'s degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or similar discipline and two (2) years of experience in park maintenance, landscape, trails, and operation and maintenance of associated equipment which includes one (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity. Must possess the following:

• A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement and satisfactory driving record

Preferences:

• Knowledge in operation of maintenance of tractors, trailers, water tankers, mowers, aerators, sprayers, thatchers, skid loader, tree spade, ATVs, Snow Machines, snow blowers, hand tools used in gardening, landscaping and construction.
• Knowledge in computers, radios, spreadsheets, database and e-mail computer programs.

Additional Important InformationIf selected for hire, the applicant must be capable of bending, twisting, and kneeling. Applicant must be able to lift and carry items weighing more than fifty (50) pounds and work outdoors in inclement weather.The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to E-Verify\xc2\xae is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a copy of the applicant\'s Alaska driver\'s license and a current copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver\'s license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history.The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to theAll required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.Military Service Interview Preference: Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual\'s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.Application Process:Once applicants click the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant\'s profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4447 during regular business hours of Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00 pm, Alaska Time.The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571Health & Welfare benefits are administered by the Public Employee Local 71 Trust. For additional information, please contact the Public Employee Local 71 Trust at (907) 276-7611.The Municipality of Anchorage provides eligible employees Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and Retirement benefits.For an overview of our medical benefit package go to01In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant\'s qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the \'Work Experience\' section of your application). Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes
• No

02Are you a current Municipality of Anchorage employee?

• Yes
• No

03Are you a current employee affiliated with the Local 71 (L71) Union?

• Yes
• No

04Which of the following best describes your level of education as it relates to this position?

• None/less than High School
• High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent
• Associate\'s Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or similar discipline
• Bachelor\'s Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or similar discipline
• Master\'s Degree or higher in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or similar discipline

05How many years of experience do you have in park maintenance, landscape, trails, and operation and maintenance of associated equipment?

• None to less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

06Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail that you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application\'s Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.07How many years of experience do you have in a lead and/or supervisory capacity?

• None but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

08Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail that you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application\'s Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.09Do you have a valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

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