Washington County’s Department of Facilities, Fleet, and Parks is looking for a Part-Time Groundskeeper to help create safe, welcoming, and comfortable public spaces to serve the diverse staff, citizens, and visitors of Washington County. The Facilities Division takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of nearly 45 County-owned buildings (over 1.8 million square feet), grounds, parks, and associated hardscape. The part-time Groundskeeper makes and maintains improvements to the grounds and parks supported by Washington County. This includes maintaining the grounds for numerous downtown core facilities such as the County Courthouse Complex, Public Services Building, Law Enforcement Center, as well as several remote locations. Supervision is not a responsibility for staff assigned to this classification. Incumbents may lead volunteers, community service, interns, temporary workers or similar work-related groups. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Groundskeeper The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to contributing to an inclusive and safe space for everyone within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet & Parks Department, we are looking for an energetic Groundskeeper for 3 days per week with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, a strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. Successful candidates will be familiar with lawn and garden equipment and tools, fertilizer and pesticide handling, mixing, equipment calibration, and usage, general plant health and maintenance requirements, irrigation systems operation, maintenance, improvements, and repair, general landscaping maintenance; and hardscape maintenance practices and materials required to make repairs. Successful candidate should also be able to shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests with pride, professionalism, and a positive demeanor. Successful candidate needs to be a team player. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. Minimum Qualifications • A high school diploma or equivalent; AND • Three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape maintenance, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, plant nursery work, or related fields. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Additional Requirements • Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver’s License and Record Policy: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles - Section 800). • Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain, within six (6) months of appointment, a Public Pesticide Applicator's License required by the State of Oregon, Department of Agriculture for Ornamental and Turf pesticide applications. • Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain within one (1) year, a Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association. • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis. Next Steps • Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act. • MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes. • Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the initial review as soon as possible. • Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. • Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate will undergo background, driving record, physical capacity/medical checks. • Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period. Our Commitment to You We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments. Additional Resources: • New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. • For technical support, contact Government Job’s Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Questions (??'s) Regarding This Recruitment: Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner; Email: Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
See More Details >>THE POSITION Washington County's Department of Facilities, Fleet, and Parks is looking for a Part-Time Groundskeeper to help create safe, welcoming, and comfortable public spaces to serve the diverse staff, citizens, and visitors of Washington County. The Facilities Division takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of nearly 45 County-owned buildings (over 1.8 million square feet), grounds, parks, and associated hardscape. The part-time Groundskeeper makes and maintains improvements to the grounds and parks supported by Washington County This includes maintaining the grounds for numerous downtown core facilities such as the County Courthouse Complex, Public Services Building, Law Enforcement Center, as well as several remote locations. Supervision is not a responsibility for staff assigned to this classification. Incumbents may lead volunteers, community service, interns, temporary workers or similar work-related groups. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Groundskeeper The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to contributing to an inclusive and safe space for everyone within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet & Parks Department, we are looking for an energetic Groundskeeper for 3 days per week with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, a strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. Successful candidates will be familiar with lawn and garden equipment and tools, fertilizer and pesticide handling, mixing, equipment calibration, and usage, general plant health and maintenance requirements, irrigation systems operation, maintenance, improvements, and repair, general landscaping maintenance; and hardscape maintenance practices and materials required to make repairs. Successful candidate should also be able to shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests with pride, professionalism, and a positive demeanor. Successful candidate needs to be a team player. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or equivalent; AND Three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape maintenance, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, plant nursery work, or related fields. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Additional Requirements Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver's License and Record Policy: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles - Section 800). Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain, within six (6) months of appointment, a Public Pesticide Applicator's License required by the State of Oregon, Department of Agriculture for Ornamental and Turf pesticide applications. Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain within one (1) year, a Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association. For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Next Steps Apply today. In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the initial review as soon as possible. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate will undergo background, driving record, physical capacity/medical checks. Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period. Our Commitment to You We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments. Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com. Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process For technical support, contact Government Job's Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Questions (??'s) Regarding This Recruitment: Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner; Email: Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov.
See More Details >>Salary: $25.90 - $31.48 Hourly Location : Hillsboro, OR Job Type: Part Time Regular Job Number: 25/26-439-FAC-01 Department: Facilities and Parks Division: Facilities Opening Date: 07/12/2025 Closing Date: 7/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt THE POSITION Washington County's Department of Facilities, Fleet, and Parks is looking for a Part-Time Groundskeeper to help create safe, welcoming, and comfortable public spaces to serve the diverse staff, citizens, and visitors of Washington County. The Facilities Division takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of nearly 45 County-owned buildings (over 1.8 million square feet), grounds, parks, and associated hardscape. The part-time Groundskeeper makes and maintains improvements to the grounds and parks supported by Washington County. This includes maintaining the grounds for numerous downtown core facilities such as the County Courthouse Complex, Public Services Building, Law Enforcement Center, as well as several remote locations. Supervision is not a responsibility for staff assigned to this classification. Incumbents may lead volunteers, community service, interns, temporary workers or similar work-related groups. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to contributing to an inclusive and safe space for everyone within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet & Parks Department, we are looking for an energetic Groundskeeper for 3 days per week with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, a strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. Successful candidates will be familiar with lawn and garden equipment and tools, fertilizer and pesticide handling, mixing, equipment calibration, and usage, general plant health and maintenance requirements, irrigation systems operation, maintenance, improvements, and repair, general landscaping maintenance; and hardscape maintenance practices and materials required to make repairs. Successful candidate should also be able to shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests with pride, professionalism, and a positive demeanor. Successful candidate needs to be a team player. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications • A high school diploma or equivalent; AND • Three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape maintenance, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, plant nursery work, or related fields. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Additional Requirements • Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver's License and Record Policy: (Vehicles - Section 800). • Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain, within six (6) months of appointment, a Public Pesticide Applicator's License required by the State of Oregon, Department of Agriculture for Ornamental and Turf pesticide applications. • Some positions in this classification may require ability to obtain within one (1) year, a Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association. • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Next Steps • Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act. • MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes. • Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the initial review as soon as possible. • Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. • Post-Offer Check: Thesuccessful candidate will undergo background, driving record, physical capacity/medical checks. • Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period. Our Commitment to You We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments. Additional Resources: • New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. • For technical support, contact Government Job's Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Questions (??'s) Regarding This Recruitment: Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner; Email: This is a non-represented position and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week and job share employees are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Job share employees are responsible for 50% of the premium. Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program! Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you'll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include: • Paid Time Off - 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday, 12 vacation days for new employees (accrual rates increase based on length of service), AND up to 96 hours of sick leave per year (unused sick leave accumulates from year to year without limit to provide pay and security if needed). • Wellness Program - Washington County has been named one of Oregon's Healthiest Employers by the Portland Business Journal for the past 7 years. We are proud to receive this award and will continue to make your health and wellbeing a priority by providing resources and support to help you and your family live and work well. Resources include smoking cessation, weight management, and stress management classes (online or telephonic with a personal health coach); discounts on gym memberships, fitness activities, and sports tickets; and Health & Wellness events and onsite flu shot clinics. • Alternative Care Coverage • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Life and Disability Insurance (both County-provided and voluntary) • Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) • 457b Deferred Compensation Plan • Emergency Travel Assistance • TriMet Hop Card at no cost to the employee • Bike lockers and repair stations • A charitable giving program • Oregon College Savings Plan To learn more about our Benefits and Wellness program and view our current benefits guide, plan summaries, and premium rates, click here Already have medical, dental, and vision coverage? No problem! Full-time employees who choose to waive medical, dental, and vision coverage will receive a $125 monthly contribution into a tax-free Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account, which can be used to reimburse you for qualified out-of-pocket medical care costs, such as copays, deductibles, and prescription drugs. HRA accounts offer many benefits including significant tax savings, and no annual "use it or lose it" requirement. Proof of other creditable coverage is required. 01 The minimum qualifications for the Groundskeeper position are:• A high school diploma or equivalent; AND • Three (3) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape maintenance, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, plant nursery work, or related fields.Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?Note: - To receive credit, this information should be reflected in the duties of the Work Experience section of your application. - One (1) year of work experience is equivalent to 2080 hours (Ex: 40 hours/week x 52 weeks = 2080 hours. • Yes • No 02 Education Minimum Qualification: Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? • Yes • No 03 Experience: Select your years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape maintenance, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, plant nursery work, or related fields. Note: One (1) year of work experience is the equivalent to 2080 hours (Ex: 40 hours/week x 52 weeks = 2080 hours). Your response to this question should be reflected in the work experience section of your application under "duties". • Less than 3 years or no experience • 3 years but less than 4 years of experience • 4 years but less than 5 years of experience • 5 or more years of experience 04 Experience: In regard to the previous question, please indicate in which organization(s) and position(s) you gained this experience. If this does not apply to you, please enter "N/A". 05 Experience: In which of the following landscape areas have you professionally performed maintenance? Please select all that apply. • Agricultural • Athletic Field • Cemetery • Commercial Field • Field Mowing • Golf Course • Government Facility • Highway Right-of-Way • Institutional (hospital, university) • Parks • Residential (not related to your personal residential property) • None of the above 06 License: Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire, a Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's License issued by the State of Oregon, Department of Agriculture? • I currently possess a Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's License • I have the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire, a Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's License • I do not possess, nor have the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire, a Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's License 07 Driving Record Check: Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function for this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. Washington County will conduct a driving record check on successful candidates at the conditional offer step. To assist in this process, please check ALL applicable statements for the last three (3) year period. • I currently hold or have held a valid Oregon driver's license. • I currently hold or have held a valid out-of-state driver's license. • I currently have or have held a valid out-of-country driver's license. • I do not currently hold or have never held a valid driver's license. Required Question
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