Salary : $44,033.60 – $52,228.80 Annually
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Regular / Full Time
Job Number: 2023-09200
Department: Parks & Recreation Department
Division: Horticulture 2
Opening Date: 09/29/2023
Closing Date: 10/11/2023 11:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
These positions are represented by the Public Employees, Local 71 and are subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and Public Employees, Local 71.
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Varies; 4/10’s Monday through Sunday: 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouse; 1321 Lidia Selkregg Lane
Example of Duties
The purpose of this position is to beautify Anchorage parks and streetscapes and to maintain its natural resources. The Gardener II is required to perform more skilled assignments and lead the lower level Gardener positions and volunteers. This position will be assigned to one or more areas to act as a working lead in the preparation of flower beds; in the maintenance, planting, irrigation of trees, shrubs, turf, flower beds and hanging flower baskets; the cleaning and sanitation of the parks; and in general landscaping and maintenance of Parks, Municipal facilities, and roadways. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and two (2) years of greenhouse, plant nursery, landscaper, gardener, grounds keeper, or other applicable experience.
Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record at the time of hire.
Additional Important Information
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of the applicant’s Alaska driver’s license and a current copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver’s license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history.
The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process:
Once applicants click the “Apply” link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant’s profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Alaska Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571
Health & Welfare benefits are administered by the Public Employee Local 71 Trust. For additional information, please contact the Public Employee Local 71 Trust at (907) 276-7611.
The Municipality of Anchorage provides eligible employees Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and Retirement benefits.
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to
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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant’s qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the ‘Work Experience’ section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting “see resume” or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
- Yes
- No
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Which of the following best describes your level of education?
- None / Less than High School
- High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree or higher
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How many years of experience do you have of greenhouse, plant nursery, landscaper, gardener, grounds keeper, or other applicable experience?
- 0 years to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
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Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application’s Work History support your response.
Noting “see resume”, “N/A”, or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
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Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska driver’s license OR have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?
- Yes
- No
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If hired, you will be required to provide the Municipality with a dispatch from the Union prior to starting employment.
Do you understand and agree to the above requirement?
- Yes
- No
Required Question