Gardener I/Instructional Support Specialist II - Forestry
Full Time
Eureka, CA 95501
Posted
Job description
Position Information
College of the Redwoods
Position Title
Gardener I/Instructional Support Specialist II - Forestry
Position Type
Staff
Department
Maintenance
Location
Eureka
Summary
Gardener I
Performs a variety of physical work involving grounds maintenance and landscape of public areas including athletic fields and pedestrian parks.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Under the technical direction of one or more members of the faculty or an instructional administrator, provides assistance to students involved in various laboratory settings designed to further their knowledge in a specific discipline. Administers homework, tests, or simulation situations to support learning and student lab requirements.
The Instructional Support Specialist must be comfortable identifying local tree and shrub species, assisting with plant collections, hiking diverse terrain, driving for field trips, and participating in outdoor campus related projects.
Performs a variety of physical work involving grounds maintenance and landscape of public areas including athletic fields and pedestrian parks.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Under the technical direction of one or more members of the faculty or an instructional administrator, provides assistance to students involved in various laboratory settings designed to further their knowledge in a specific discipline. Administers homework, tests, or simulation situations to support learning and student lab requirements.
The Instructional Support Specialist must be comfortable identifying local tree and shrub species, assisting with plant collections, hiking diverse terrain, driving for field trips, and participating in outdoor campus related projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Gardener I
- Plants and cultivates trees, grass, flowers, and shrubs. Sprays for control of insects, weeds, and plant diseases. Applies fertilizer as needed. Spades and otherwise prepares grounds for planting. Mows Lawns, trims shrubs, hedges, and trees. Hoes weeds and rakes lawns.
- Assists the Senior Gardener with layout and planting of new garden areas.
- Operates power riding lawn movers, sprayers, common trucks, and other motorized equipment requiring similar skill. Maintains grounds equipment and vehicles in a safe operating condition.
- Prepares stadium and sports fields for athletic events, drags and marks fields. Cleans and repairs fields and facilities following events.
- Performs general grounds clean-up including picking up paper and trash on grounds areas. Performs building maintenance and cleaning duties.
- Checks operation of, services , and assists in installation of sprinkler irrigation systems. Sets and operates sprinkler clocks to water lawns and fields.
- Transports equipment as required using trucks and trailers sufficient to complete assigned task.
- Cleans parking lots and related areas using equipment designated for that purpose.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Instructional Support Specialist II
- Works with students individually or in class-sized groups to enhance their learning. Provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction as well as orienting students to the laboratory. Sets up established laboratory experiences for students as required by course outline or faculty direction.
- Assists instructors in the classroom/laboratory concurrently with lecture or discussion. May actually perform more dangerous and/or complex procedures for students.
- Instructs students and small groups in study skills that contribute to their ability to maintain pace in the classroom.
- Receives study modules from faculty members, then instructs small groups of students who are receiving individual tutoring.
- Administers homework assignments, learning simulations, tests, and quizzes to students as provided by instructors. Corrects tests and homework and assigns grades based on instructor’ guidelines, reviewing corrected tests and homework results with students.
- Acquires, maintains and inventories equipment, materials, supplies, live specimens, and written materials required for student instructional needs. Performs repairs on equipment and learning assistance devices. Checks out and maintains control over tools, equipment, supplies, materials used by students. May be required to maintain contact with appropriate vendors.
- Over the telephone or in person provides students, staff, instructors and public with information relating to specific programs. May take messages for students or instructors who are working in the area. May copy materials for distribution for students.
- Maintains records of laboratory activity, including typing forms or inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding the acquisition, maintenance and distribution of tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and/or written materials.
- Provides for the general cleanliness and security of the laboratory or work area. Handles and disposes of harmful or hazardous materials according to specific instructions relating to their disposal. Participates in providing for a safe environment for the conduct of the laboratory. Reports maintenance problems as they occur.
- Oversees the work of student helpers. Coordinates their activities in support of the instructional goals. Trains student helpers in appropriate technical aspects of their work. May maintain records for pay purposes.
- Performs other related duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Gardener I
Requires a basic knowledge and understanding of the procedures, methods and techniques of grounds and landscape maintenance. Must understand the procedures used in the proper application of fertilizer, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides. Requires a basic knowledge of the principles of routine operation, maintenance and repair of sprinkler irrigation systems. Requires sufficient communication skills to interact with co-workers.
Instructional Support Specialist II
The position requires knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, and techniques of the assigned subject area (e.g., accounting, sciences, language, and writing). Requires a working knowledge of instructional methods and techniques. Requires a working knowledge of laboratory procedures, organization, equipment, tests, experiments, and simulations. Requires a working knowledge of the handling and treatment of harmful chemicals, substances, and equipment, depending on the type of lab. Requires sufficient reading, math, and writing skills to perform individual and small group tutoring. Requires sufficient human relations skill to facilitate learning with small groups and to convey technical concepts to others. Requires sensitivity to the needs and needs and behavior of student of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds.
Requires a basic knowledge and understanding of the procedures, methods and techniques of grounds and landscape maintenance. Must understand the procedures used in the proper application of fertilizer, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides. Requires a basic knowledge of the principles of routine operation, maintenance and repair of sprinkler irrigation systems. Requires sufficient communication skills to interact with co-workers.
Instructional Support Specialist II
The position requires knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, and techniques of the assigned subject area (e.g., accounting, sciences, language, and writing). Requires a working knowledge of instructional methods and techniques. Requires a working knowledge of laboratory procedures, organization, equipment, tests, experiments, and simulations. Requires a working knowledge of the handling and treatment of harmful chemicals, substances, and equipment, depending on the type of lab. Requires sufficient reading, math, and writing skills to perform individual and small group tutoring. Requires sufficient human relations skill to facilitate learning with small groups and to convey technical concepts to others. Requires sensitivity to the needs and needs and behavior of student of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds.
Abilities
Gardener I
Requires the ability to perform all of the essential duties of the position at an entry or journey level depending on classification. Must be able to operate and maintain grounds and landscape maintenance tools, equipment and vehicles. Must be able to calculate fertilizer and chemical application amounts and apply them in a safe manner. Must be able to operate and perform routine repairs on automatic sprinkler systems. Requires the ability to identify common plant, insect and nutrient deficiencies. Requires the ability to obtain a pesticide applicators certificate.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Requires the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position including deliver instruction to small groups, design and set up laboratory assignments, experiments, simulations, and tests, as well as student projects. Must be able to maintain the lab and equipment in a safe and organized manner, including the handling of hazardous materials and equipment as required for some labs. Requires the ability to instruct students in the use of equipment and programs. Requires the ability to perform routine record keeping and report writing duties. Must be able to organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively. Must be able to communicate in both formal and informal setting with students, instructors, and other interested parties. Must be able to coordinate the activities of work study students.
Requires the ability to perform all of the essential duties of the position at an entry or journey level depending on classification. Must be able to operate and maintain grounds and landscape maintenance tools, equipment and vehicles. Must be able to calculate fertilizer and chemical application amounts and apply them in a safe manner. Must be able to operate and perform routine repairs on automatic sprinkler systems. Requires the ability to identify common plant, insect and nutrient deficiencies. Requires the ability to obtain a pesticide applicators certificate.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Requires the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position including deliver instruction to small groups, design and set up laboratory assignments, experiments, simulations, and tests, as well as student projects. Must be able to maintain the lab and equipment in a safe and organized manner, including the handling of hazardous materials and equipment as required for some labs. Requires the ability to instruct students in the use of equipment and programs. Requires the ability to perform routine record keeping and report writing duties. Must be able to organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively. Must be able to communicate in both formal and informal setting with students, instructors, and other interested parties. Must be able to coordinate the activities of work study students.
Physical Abilities
Gardener I
Requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor, occasionally in extreme weather conditions. Requires the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and pushing, pulling, and guiding over 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Requires the ability to stoop, kneel and crouch on a continuous basis. Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Requires sufficient ambulatory to move to work stations. Requires good arm, hand, finger dexterity in order to use a personal computer keyboard and other office equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings. Requires visual acuity to read numbers and words and to observe students perform tests and assignments.
Requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor, occasionally in extreme weather conditions. Requires the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and pushing, pulling, and guiding over 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Requires the ability to stoop, kneel and crouch on a continuous basis. Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information.
Instructional Support Specialist II
Requires sufficient ambulatory to move to work stations. Requires good arm, hand, finger dexterity in order to use a personal computer keyboard and other office equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings. Requires visual acuity to read numbers and words and to observe students perform tests and assignments.
Education and Experience
Gardener I
High School diploma or equivalent required, plus 1 year of experience in gardening, nursery work or grounds maintenance, and demonstrated experience in operation of light duty equipment.
Instructional Support Specialist II
The position requires an Associates degree and two years of experience in a laboratory, learning support, or equivalent environment. Additional higher education may substitute for experience.
High School diploma or equivalent required, plus 1 year of experience in gardening, nursery work or grounds maintenance, and demonstrated experience in operation of light duty equipment.
Instructional Support Specialist II
The position requires an Associates degree and two years of experience in a laboratory, learning support, or equivalent environment. Additional higher education may substitute for experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Diversity
It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
College of the Redwoods values all members of our community and strives to create a diverse, nurturing, honest, and open environment. CR is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.
Licenses and Certificates
Requires valid Driver’s License.
Hours
Full Time
12 Months/Year, 2080 Hours/Year
12 Months/Year, 2080 Hours/Year
Salary Grade
Gardener 112/ISS II 114
Salary
Gardener $20.65/ISS $22.77/Hourly (20-step salary range continues to a maximum of -Gardener $36.20/ISS $39.93/Hourly)
Contact(s)
Human Resources
Contact Phone
707-476-4140
Contact Email
hr@redwoods.edu
Start Date
TBD
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00258P
Requisition Number
23-123
Job Open Date
12/01/2022
Job Close Date
12/22/2022
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Posting
https://employment.redwoods.edu/postings/3792
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during the recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university will be required.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance is provided by the District for all full-time employees and their dependents.
Application Process
Required Materials
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate)
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate)
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
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