Landscape Maintenance Inspector

Salary : $62,796.00 - $84,144.00 Annually

Location : Riverside, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 24-3036-02

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 10/24/2024

Closing Date: 11/7/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INSPECTOR to fill one (1) vacancy in the Urban Forestry Division of the Public Works DepartmentThe eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.


The Landscape Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the oversight of landscapes located within the public right-of-ways, that includes parkways, reverse frontages and medians.
The city uses independent contractors for landscape maintenance and installations.
City Landscape Maintenance Inspectors monitor parkways, reverse frontages and medians, as well as manage landscape contracts and new construction projects.
The ideal candidate will possess experience interpreting plans for landscaping and irrigation.


A Landscape Maintenance Inspector, under general supervision, will perform varied duties related to the inspection of the work of the City's landscape maintenance contractors; to perform field inspection of landscaping, maintenance, and irrigation systems; to ensure compliance with plans and specifications; and to do other related work as assigned.


Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: Inspects and verifies the work of contractors to ensure that they have complied with the provisions of contracts for landscaping, maintenance, and irrigation systems in the City's contract landscape maintenance areas and selected contract park areas.
Checks work to ensure that mowing, edging, trimming, watering, tree trimming, fertilizing, and planting has been completed according to the terms and conditions of specific contracts.
Checks work to ensure that installation and repair of irrigation systems have been completed according to the terms and conditions of specific contracts.
Coordinates with contractors to correct deficiencies found through inspections; acts on complaints from the public or City officials.
Assesses and evaluates the requirements for additional landscaping and/or irrigation requirements.
Monitors, inspects, and reports on the progress of landscape maintenance projects, specifically the landscaping and irrigation requirements.
Provides assistance and input relative to future landscape and maintenance needs for the City's parks and landscape areas.
Prepares written reports of inspections; operates two-way radio; operates City vehicle; attends meetings and seminars.
Adheres to, and maintains a positive attitude towards, City and Department goals.
Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City staff.
Qualifications Education and Experience:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.


Experience: Three years of experience in landscape installation and maintenance duties, which include interpreting plans for landscaping and irrigation layout, and standard planting and ground maintenance.


Necessary Special Requirement:
Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.


Highly Desirable Qualifications: Qualified Applicator License Certified Arborist Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certified Backflow Tester Intermediate level of experience in preparing reports in Word and Excel Minimum three (3) years' experience in reviewing and understanding plans for new construction and development to ensure they meet City landscape standards.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside in the field with exposure to inclement weather, hazards, chemicals, equipment, construction materials, and fumes.
Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service.

Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
3) Current Qualified Applicator License (scan and attach to the online application).

4) Current Certified Arborist (scan and attach to the online application).

5) Current Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (scan and attach to the online application).

6) Current Backflow Tester Certification (scan and attach to the online application).


PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide). IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment.
You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions.
Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process.
This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer.
Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.


The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows: Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation.
The required employee contribution is 8%.
The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.
The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year.
The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,469 per month for employee and dependent coverage.
Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000.
Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $25 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check.
Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.
Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs.
= 80hrs, 5-9 yrs.
= 120hrs, 10+ yrs.
= 160 hrs.
For additional benefits information, please visit the following website:

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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying.
Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.

(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).

Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I understand.

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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
Less than a High School Diploma or GED High School diploma or GED Some college (up to 59 semester units or 89 quarter units) Associate's degree or equivalent (60 semester or 90 quarter units) Bachelor's degree or equivalent (120 semester or 180 quarter units) Master's degree PhD

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Please indicate the amount of experience you possess in landscape installation and maintenance duties, which include interpreting plans for landscaping and irrigation layout, and standard planting and ground maintenance.
Three (3) years or more Less than three (3) years None

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Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:
Employer:
Job Title:
Years of Experience:
Examples of Duties:
If you answered "None", please list "N/A"

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Do you possess a valid class "C" California driver's license?
Yes No

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Please indicate which of the following license/certifications you currently possess (check all that apply and attach scanned copies to the application).
None Qualified Applicator License Certified Arborist Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certified Backflow Tester

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Please describe your overall proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
None Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert

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Please indicate the amount of experience you possess in reviewing and understanding plans for new construction and development to ensure they meet City landscape standards.
Three (3) years or more Less than three (3) years None

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Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:
Employer:
Job Title:
Years of Experience:
Examples of Duties:
If you answered "None", please list "N/A"

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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted.
Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire.
Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire.
Note: Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
I understand.

Required Question