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This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:

• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Language Incentive
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Assistance Program

Description

Duties include but are not limited to

• Resource building and maintenance of Northside Nursery - a DPR owned greenhouse and nursery focused on growing trees and woody perennials for planting on City property. Responsibilities for this space would include general nursery management (procurement, sourcing, and planning), tree cultivation and propagation, as well as creating opportunities for community outreach and projects within the space, to further engage residents in caring for and expanding our urban tree canopy.
• Coordinating and collaborating with other DPR staff on community tree plantings within Park spaces. Project management responsibilities would include and are not limited to permitting, development of planting plans, sourcing and procurement, budgeting and grant writing, community outreach, and staff and equipment scheduling.
• Acting as liaison between DPR and community groups working/interested in maintaining trees in Park spaces. This role will help streamline communication between the City and the community, and include tasks ranging from coordinating community volunteer tree care activities, aiding organizations in planning and logistical support for tree plantings, communicating tree oriented news/plans/initiatives from the CoR to impacted community groups, and collaborating with other CoR departments and divisions in achieving shared goals that fall in line with the City’s urban tree canopy objectives, as outlined in Richmond 300 and RVAGreen 2025.
• Working alongside DPR staff to cultivate knowledge and education of the importance of trees and green spaces within the City of Richmond, as well as championing equitable access and benefits to all City residents.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of college preferred
• Three years of experience directly related to assignment
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
• Some assignments may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some combination of the following):

• General knowledge of various trades associated with building/plant maintenance and grounds maintenance
• Specific knowledge of one or multiple trades such as painting, carpentry, masonry, welding, tree maintenance, traffic control systems, or locksmithing
• Small engine operations and repairs
• Related safety and OSHA requirements
• Basic math and arithmetic

Skills (some combination of the following):

• Operating power tools
• Communicating with various internal and external departments, vendors, citizens, and the general public
• Driving City vehicles to and from assigned locations
• Reading blueprints
• Good driving
• Processing the appropriate forms
• Using equipment such as a two way radio, general hand tools, air compressor, automobile jump start box, etc.
• Oral and written communication
• Strong customer service

Abilities (some combination of the following):

• Analyze information
• Exhibit dependability
• Problem solve
• Manage time effectively

Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment:Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly finger and see; frequently talk and hear; and occasionally balance, stoop, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Talent Acquisition Partner, Senior at (804) 646-4705 or by mail at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The City of Richmond Values Veterans-We are an Official V3 Certified Company.

With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.