County of Maui
Salary:
$5,369.00 Monthly Location :
Maui County (various), HI Job Type:
Permanent Full-Time Job Number:
R-11895 Department:
Department of Agriculture Opening Date:
10/03/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description Plans and coordinates the activities of the agriculture park grounds, buildings, and related structures; oversees the care, maintenance, repair activities of the agriculture park grounds; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the agricultural maintenance program and activities to include the care, maintenance, and repair of agriculture park grounds, buildings and related structures. Examples of Duties The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position. Plans and makes work assignments for the care, maintenance and repair of agriculture park grounds, buildings, equipment, and related structures. Conducts periodic inspections of agriculture park grounds and facilities for necessary repairs and set priorities as appropriate. Initiates and enforces all safety rules and regulations. Makes cost estimates of maintenance and repair work. Prepares and maintains records of all work activities. Coordinates with other departments and community resources to oversee the maintenance and repair of waterlines, sprinkler systems, electrical, plumbing, painting, and carpentry work. Works with the community and the general public on projects and special events. Determines and recommends to the Director/Deputy Director on the use of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and turf management. Reviews the work of contracted repairs and projects. Maintains effective relations with the general public, community groups, farmers, and agriculture organizations. Works closely with Risk Management to administer and implement the occupational health and safety policies and procedures. Installs and maintains appropriate security equipment, signage, and security gates. Solicits price quotes and prepares requisitions for materials, equipment and supplies. Reviews and prepares personnel reports and evaluations. Attends staff and community meetings. Travels to Molokai and Lanai as needed. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas. License Requirements: Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3). Knowledge of: the principles and practices of agriculture; propagation and cultivation methods and techniques; soil characteristics; methods and techniques of re-sodding and re-building large fields; basic principles of controlling plant pests and diseases; kinds of fertilizers and their uses; operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment and tools; report writing; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: plan and establish an agriculture grounds maintenance program; detect and recognize plant diseases and pests; recommend techniques and procedures in propagation, cultivation, chemical treatment, and general care and maintenance of plants, trees, fruits, vegetables; prepare cost estimates for material, equipment and supplies; research data and prepare reports; communicate clearly, orally and in writing; and foster good relationships. Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions to the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete. EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test:
All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui. Personnel Services Email: 01
Do you have a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field? Please attach your official transcripts or your diploma which states your field of study.
Yes No
02
Do you have two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas? Please ensure you list your related work experience on your application. "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Yes No
03
If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) you gained this experience and include your specific job duties responsibilities in your above application. (See "resume" is not acceptable). 04
This position requires the possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3). Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Yes No
Required Question
$5,369.00 Monthly Location :
Maui County (various), HI Job Type:
Permanent Full-Time Job Number:
R-11895 Department:
Department of Agriculture Opening Date:
10/03/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description Plans and coordinates the activities of the agriculture park grounds, buildings, and related structures; oversees the care, maintenance, repair activities of the agriculture park grounds; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the agricultural maintenance program and activities to include the care, maintenance, and repair of agriculture park grounds, buildings and related structures. Examples of Duties The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position. Plans and makes work assignments for the care, maintenance and repair of agriculture park grounds, buildings, equipment, and related structures. Conducts periodic inspections of agriculture park grounds and facilities for necessary repairs and set priorities as appropriate. Initiates and enforces all safety rules and regulations. Makes cost estimates of maintenance and repair work. Prepares and maintains records of all work activities. Coordinates with other departments and community resources to oversee the maintenance and repair of waterlines, sprinkler systems, electrical, plumbing, painting, and carpentry work. Works with the community and the general public on projects and special events. Determines and recommends to the Director/Deputy Director on the use of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and turf management. Reviews the work of contracted repairs and projects. Maintains effective relations with the general public, community groups, farmers, and agriculture organizations. Works closely with Risk Management to administer and implement the occupational health and safety policies and procedures. Installs and maintains appropriate security equipment, signage, and security gates. Solicits price quotes and prepares requisitions for materials, equipment and supplies. Reviews and prepares personnel reports and evaluations. Attends staff and community meetings. Travels to Molokai and Lanai as needed. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas. License Requirements: Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3). Knowledge of: the principles and practices of agriculture; propagation and cultivation methods and techniques; soil characteristics; methods and techniques of re-sodding and re-building large fields; basic principles of controlling plant pests and diseases; kinds of fertilizers and their uses; operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment and tools; report writing; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: plan and establish an agriculture grounds maintenance program; detect and recognize plant diseases and pests; recommend techniques and procedures in propagation, cultivation, chemical treatment, and general care and maintenance of plants, trees, fruits, vegetables; prepare cost estimates for material, equipment and supplies; research data and prepare reports; communicate clearly, orally and in writing; and foster good relationships. Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions to the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete. EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test:
All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui. Personnel Services Email: 01
Do you have a bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, sustainability horticulture or a related field? Please attach your official transcripts or your diploma which states your field of study.
Yes No
02
Do you have two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of agriculture, horticulture or landscape architecture or chemical treatment, as applied to the care, maintenance and upkeep of agriculture parks or agricultural landscape areas? Please ensure you list your related work experience on your application. "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Yes No
03
If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) you gained this experience and include your specific job duties responsibilities in your above application. (See "resume" is not acceptable). 04
This position requires the possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3). Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Yes No
Required Question