MWR Gardener

Department of the Navy

Commander, Navy Installations Command

NRSW Naval Base Coronado N922

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Duties
Requirements
How you will be evaluated
Required documents
How to apply

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Picnic Park, Q-Zone, Naval Base Coronado. Incumbent Performs seasonal gardening tasks such as fertilizing, preparing seedbeds, transplanting, laying sod, aerating, pruning, trimming, and applying chemicals to plants according to seasonal schedules or project plans for assigned area and in consonance with environmental instructions.

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Picnic Park, Q-Zone

Coronado, CA

Work site options

Telework eligible: No

Remote job: No

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Salary: $22.21 - $24.06 per hour

Pay scale & grade

NA 6

Promotion potential: None

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule: Full-time - 35-40 hours per week

Travel Required: Not required

Appointment type: Permanent

Occupations and job series

5003 Gardening

Supervisory status: No

Federal service type: This job is in the Competitive Service

Represented by a union: No

Drug test: No

Security clearance: Other

Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

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Background check type

Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required: No; Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number: 26-13031862

Control number: 880193400

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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Performs seasonal gardening tasks such as fertilizing, preparing seedbeds, transplanting, laying sod, aerating, pruning, trimming, and applying chemicals to plants according to seasonal schedules or project plans for assigned area and in consonance with environmental instructions.

Considers suitability of weather, degree of moisture in soil, and stage of plant growth in deciding when and how to do work.

Figures quantities of plants, seeds, fertilizer, and other materials needed for specific areas. May start nursery and cold frame beds independently and select proper fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides for the control of common plant diseases, plant insects, and weeds.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Must be able to work nights, holidays and weekends.
May be exposed to dirt, mud, dust, and sometimes chemical sprays and chemical dust.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete background investigation. Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
Must be able to lift items up to 40 lbs.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must have an obtain a valid driver’s license.
May be required to wear protective clothing.
Must be able to climb and stand on ladders.
May be exposed to variant weather such as hot sun, chilly or rainy weather.

Qualifications

Knowledge of gardening procedures to decide when and which standard method to use.

Knowledge of when and how plants should be watered, when to thin or transplant plants and how to prune plants or trees to remove diseased parts and seal wounds with coating mixture.

Knowledge of harvesting seeds and removing bulbs from ground for storage.

Knowledge of and ability to build a good soil base and place seeds at proper depth, in consideration of moisture, temperature, humidity, and ventilation requirements needed to encourage germination and growth of new plants.

Ability to compute required quantities of plants, seeds and other garden materials needed for specific areas; and select and use fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides for control of common plant diseases, plant insects, and weeds.

Education

This position is not in a positive education series.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required.
https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Required Documents

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The following documents are required at the time of application:

Resume

Proof of education: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) as applicable

Proof of certifications: provide a copy of your Professional certification from a National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) accredited health/fitness organization, CPR and First Aid Certifications.

If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation

If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application

If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)

If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

Note: This position requires specific certifications (see above Proof of Certification). Applications that do not provide
all required certifications will not be considered.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.

How to Apply

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Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.

Agency contact information

Natasha Capellan-White

Email: natasha.t.capellan-white.naf@us.navy.mil

Address: NAVBASE Coronado San Diego
750 Pacific Coast Highway
San Diego, CA 92132-0058
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.