LANDSCAPE COORDINATOR

About the role

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive landscape maintenance and enhancement plans.
• Schedule and supervise routine maintenance tasks as well as special project initiatives, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for tasks such as planting, irrigation, pest control, and installation of landscape features.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, designers, and horticultural experts to implement sustainable and aesthetically pleasing designs.
• Assist in the selection of appropriate plants, materials, and design features that satisfy environmental guidelines and project goals.
• Visit project sites regularly to assess the health and appearance of landscaped areas, evaluate soil and irrigation systems, and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Document project progress, maintenance activities, and any issues that arise, ensuring accuracy and transparency in the record-keeping process.
• Ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Communicate with government officials, community groups, and internal personnel to align landscape projects with broader environmental and civic objectives.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, soil management practices, and sustainable landscaping techniques.
• A willingness and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions is essential.
• Ability to follow directions.
• May be required to lift at least 50 pounds.

Pay

Salary Range: $35,610 – $52,703