LANDSCAPE COORDINATOR

Position Number: 22089636 
County: Pulaski 
Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.02 


The mission of the Department of Military is to provide a professional staff of Arkansas State Employees who help maintain and improve the readiness of Arkansas National Guard units through effective fiscal management of State Resources, Human Resource Management, and quality administration of Arkansas National Guard Programs.

Additional job duties and/or day-in-the-life details: 

This position is responsible for the following: 

• This position requires frequent trimming of bushes and shrubs to maintain a seamless, clean landscape.
• After storms and high winds, you may be required to remove and properly dispose of debris.
• There are multiple flower beds throughout the campus that will require removal of all weeds and the addition of mulch, when needed.
• Spot treat weeds throughout the campus to include the cracks of sidewalks, parking lots and other paved areas. 
• Removal of leaves, grass clippings and any other debris from the entry ways of campus facilities.
• Must be able to operate and maintain the following equipment: Chainsaws, String Trimmers, Pole Saws, Blowers, Hedge Trimmers, Reciprocating Saws, Loppers and Pruners.
• Must be willing to follow all safety procedures to include wearing required personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to: gloves, eye protection, hard hats, hearing protection, chainsaw chaps, and steel/composite toe boots.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, soil management practices, and sustainable landscaping techniques.  
• A willingness and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions is essential.
• Light Travel may be required. 

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.