Promotive Only - Park Section Supervisor (3422) - CITYWIDE (168596)
City and County of San Francisco · San Francisco, California, United States
THIS IS A CITYWIDE RECRUITMENT FOR CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY.
This is a Promotion Only recruitment in accordance with Class-Based Test (CBT) Civil Service Rules. This recruitment is only open to current permanent civil service (PCS) employees of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, or San Francisco City College, working within the 3417 Gardener classification.
ABOUT THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO: San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.
Application Opening: October 20, 2026
Application Deadline: Apply immediately. Application filing will be open at least until Tuesday, October 27, 2026 5:00pm (PDT) and will close any time thereafter.
Recruitment ID: PRO-3422-168596
Under direction, the Park Section Supervisor supervises gardeners and temporary staff and volunteers in the care and maintenance of grounds and natural areas, recreational and park facilities and other assigned landscapes and planted areas of City-owned property. The essential functions of the class include: supervising subordinates by planning and inspecting their work in planting, establishing landscape areas, potting, transplanting and propagation of trees, shrubs and other nursery stock; training staff and enforcing existing procedures and methods of operation; exercising independent judgment in the assignment of work; supervising, instructing and inspecting the work of subordinates; making public contact; preparing records and required reports; operating and tracking water use through a wide range of varied irrigation systems to meet performance targets; and performing related duties as required.
Working Conditions
The nature of the work may require considerable physical effort with occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions and may require exposure to hazardous conditions and/or materials which may include feces and/or urine, used syringes, etc. Some positions may require driving and/or riding mowers and driving small utility vehicles. Some positions may require weekend or shift work.
Essential Duties
The 3422 Park Section Supervisor’s essential duties include but are not limited to the following:
1. Supervises the work of gardeners and others in the maintenance and care of parks, easements and center islands, other planted and landscaped areas including large interior landscaping installations or recreational areas or natural areas; instructs subordinates in methods to be used and frequently inspects their work.
2. Supervises irrigation, plant propagation activities, Integrated Pest Management (IPM); weed management, cleanup work, sodding, pruning, mowing and other routine horticultural maintenance operations. May supervise weeding, transplanting, potting and planting of nursery stock.
3. Ensures safe work practices by directing staff to wear protective equipment, conducting accident investigations, instructing in the proper use of tools, equipment and Integrated Pest Management; provides information on employee and public safety related to structural repairs, tree hazards and other unsafe conditions.
4. May perform or supervise minor repairs to, greenhouses or equipment; may supervise maintenance of plants inside buildings, such as lobbies and offices.
5. Requisitions supplies; selects stock and fills orders for plants; keeps records of activities and makes required reports.
6. Trains staff, trainees and volunteers by preparing and conducting training in the use of maintenance equipment, garden tools, pesticide and fertilizer application equipment, and the care and management of natural resource areas; provides safety training; and enforces work procedures, policies, and methods of operation. May be required to prepare educational material and make presentations related to park maintenance and/or the conservation of natural resource areas.
7. Obtains, posts and keeps track of permits required for program implementation by submitting requests to regulatory agencies. This includes reporting and posting of public notices when using pesticides in City property.
8. Plans and implements landscaping and planting projects by developing maintenance standards; maintaining landscaped and planted areas; coordinates tree assessment, removal, replanting and reforestation. May be required to perform landscaping tasks, such as pruning, spraying, fertilizing, planting shrubs and trees, etc.
9. Writes memoranda, reports and completes work orders by drafting memos and letters, filling out requisitions for supplies, materials and services; and completing incident reports, employee evaluations, etc. This may include researching and recommending use of new products and equipment, ordering plants and /or estimating cost of jobs for both landscape and recreation facilities.
10. Makes public contact in person or in writing; responds to issues/complaints brought up by individuals, community groups, volunteers, advisory committees, commission, police, etc.
11. Provides information by participating in work groups in charge of short and long-range parks planning and reforestation. This may include scheduling repairs or renovations at appropriate times.
12. Acts as liaison between or across departments by attending meetings or representing the department at special events, hearings, committees, boards, etc.
13. Drives various vehicles from job site to job site.
14. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned
1. Current Permanent Civil Service City Employee in Class 3417, who passed probation.
Note: Applicants do not need to have passed probation to apply, but they must have passed probation to be hired.
2. Three years of verifiable experience in the care, construction or maintenance of landscaped areas by planting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating, pruning, and controlling pests in the following areas: sports and athletic natural turf fields, golf courses, parks, ornamental gardens, arboreta, greenhouses, nurseries, botanical gardens and/or public landscaped areas and six (6) months of experience as a supervisor; OR
3. Possession of a Certificate of Achievement from an accredited college or university in horticulture, landscaping, gardening, nursery and garden center operation, commercial cut flower and greenhouse production or related field and two years of verifiable experience in the care, construction or maintenance of landscaped areas by planting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating, pruning, and controlling pests in the following areas: sports and athletic natural turf fields, golf courses, parks, ornamental gardens, arboreta, greenhouses, nurseries, botanical gardens and/or public landscaped areas; and six (6) months of experience as a supervisor; OR
4. Possession of an Associate of Arts or Science degree from an accredited college or university in horticulture, landscaping, gardening, nursery and garden center operation, commercial cut flower and greenhouse production or related field and 18 months of verifiable experience in the care, construction or maintenance of landscaped areas by planting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating, pruning, and controlling pests in the following areas: sports and athletic natural turf fields, golf courses, parks, ornamental gardens, arboreta, greenhouses, nurseries, botanical gardens and/or public landscaped areas; and six (6) months of experience as a supervisor; OR
5. Completion of the City and County of San Francisco's gardener apprenticeship program (4000 hours) and six (6) months of experience as a supervisor.
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