Seasonal Gardener

Full Job Description

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Technical Practices Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, specifications (other than blueprints) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety Additional information on the specific qualification requirements for this position is found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations.

It is available for review on OPM's web site at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118C/index.htm Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection.

Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.

Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP.

This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.

Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible.

If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.

Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.

Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001). Major Duties:

The Pacific West Region is recruiting for Temporary seasonal positions not to exceed 1560 hours work in a service year.

Dates of employment will vary between sites depending on funding, weather conditions, and visitation.

Within regulatory limitations, the length of initial appointment may be shortened or extended depending upon work availability and funding.

Duty Locations is: San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park The duties for this position: You will be required to operate a pesticide sprayer, maintain turf lawns including mowing, fertilizing, renovation, nutrient test and disease diagnosis.

Prune trees and shrubs as required for public safety. Maintain turf lawns including mowing and fertilizing. Prune trees and shrubs as required for public safety, plant health and appearance.

Operate and maintain riding and push mowers, string trimmers, edger's, and hedge trimmers. Performs maintenance and limited repairs of watering/irrigation equipment.

Removes trash from grounds and garden areas. Physical Demands: Work requires frequent walking, standing, pushing of carts and wheelbarrows, bending, and stooping.

Climbs ladders to trim and/or prune trees. Frequently lifts heavy objects such as bags of fertilizer grass seed, etc. May work from an aerial lift.

The gardener uses power equipment such as mowers, aerators, hedge trimmers, etc. When motor vehicle or tractor operator duties are performed moderate effort is exerted to manipulate equipment controls.

Working Conditions: Work is done outside or in a greenhouse. In working outside, the gardener is subject to discomfort from long periods in the hot sun, and sometimes to chilly or rainy weather.

In some instances the conditions involve working in air contaminated with chemical dust and sprays being used on trees and shrubs.

This position is required to wear protective clothing during pesticide/herbicide application; as well as, normal safety items such as gloves, boots, glasses, etc.

Because of the duties performed, the incumbent is subject to minor injuries such as cuts, scratches, bruises, and scrapes. There is occasionally the possibility of more serious injury.

When vehicles are operated there is additional exposure to risk due to traffic accidents.