Greenskeeper I/II - Limited Term

Greenskeeper I/II - Limited Term

Salary

$54,225.60 - $81,161.60 Annually

Location

All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA

Job Type

Permanent - Hourly

Job Number

0926PM-001243-01

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

42704 Golf Course Dairy Creek

Opening Date

09/12/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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About the Position

The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a Greenskeeper I/II - Limited Term to join our team.

Classes in this series perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation, care and maintenance of county golf courses, associated landscaped areas and related facilities; performs other related work as assigned.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

(Not in order of importance)

• Mows greens, tees, fairways, and other turf areas; checks greens for disease, thatch, moisture content or any other condition that might cause damage to greens; removes dew from greens on non-mowing days.
• Uses verticutters to remove thatch from greens; aerates and/or over-seeds greens, tees and fairways; cultivates, fertilizes, prunes, and waters turf, plants and trees.
• Plants and maintains turf, shrubs, trees, and other groundcovers; removes and replaces damaged sod sections.
• Sprays ornamentals, aquatics, greens, tees, and fairway turf areas; top-dresses green and tee areas; applies herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides as directed.
• Sets pins and tee markers; inspects greens, tees, fairways and other landscaped areas to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Drives and operates County vehicles; operates various hand tools and power equipment such as mowers, edgers, aerators, sodcutters, rototillers, saws, trimmers, chemical sprayers, shredders, and sweepers.
• Installs, repairs and operates irrigation systems; cleans and performs minor maintenance on golf course buildings and related facilities.
• Operates standard office equipment and computer applications; maintains records of course activities and prepares related reports.
• Communicates with a wide variety of staff and members of the public in the course of work; enforces rules and regulations to protect the public and the environment.
• As assigned, supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommends appointments, transfers, reassignments, terminations and disciplinary actions; establishes work schedules, assigns employee duties and reviews work to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established, standards, requirements and procedures.

Click Here for the full job description Greenskeeper I

Click Here for the full job description Greenskeeper II

Click Here to learn more about the department.

This recruitment is to fill a Limited Term, full-time position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is June 30, 2027. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

The Ideal Candidate

Distinguishing Characteristics

Greenskeeper I: This is the entry-level position in the series. Incumbents work under supervision, have working knowledge of turf care, golf course maintenance, tools and equipment; perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks; may assist in the training of subordinate personnel.

Greenskeeper II: This is the journey-level position in the series. Incumbents work under general supervision, are experienced in turf care, golf course maintenance, tools and equipment; perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks; assist in the training of subordinate personnel and may be designated as a lead worker.

Employment Standards

Knowledge of:

• Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the maintenance of a golf course
• Turf management and horticulture practices
• Fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and proper usage in maintaining golf course grounds
• Rules, regulations and policies governing County golf course operations
• Irrigation system controls and operation
• Contemporary office equipment, computer applications
• Effective techniques of written and oral communication
• Techniques and methods of conflict resolution
• First Aid and CPR procedures
• Basic elements of employee supervision

Ability to:

• Use and service of hand tools and power equipment used in golf course greens and grounds maintenance
• Safely apply fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and work cooperatively with others
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Learn the rules, regulations, policies and laws governing the operation of County golf courses
• Follow safety rules and work in a safe manner
• Learn First Aid, CPR and use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Perform medium to heavy physical labor
• Operate vehicles and light maintenance equipment
• Maintain accurate records and complete standardized reports
• Supervise and evaluate the work of others as assigned

Education and Experience

Greenskeeper I: Either A: One year of experience equivalent to a Greenskeeper Aide. OR B An Associate's degree, or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in Agronomy, Turf Science, Horticulture, Golf Course or Parks Management or closely related field. OR C: Graduation from High School or GED AND two years of job-related experience.

Greenskeeper II Either A: Two years of experience equivalent to a Greenskeeper I. OR B: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Agronomy, Turf Science, Horticulture, Golf Course or Parks Management or closely related field. OR C: An Associate's degree or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in any of the fields noted above AND two years of job-related experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position a valid CALIFORNIA drivers license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Must obtain and maintain valid Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED certificates or their equivalent within six months from date of appointment.

Other Specifications

Other Conditions of Employment:

Employees in this classification may be required to work holidays, weekends and evenings.

This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the

positions(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential functions of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the duties or the working conditions of the position, please contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Veterans Preference Points

If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veterans preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

Make a Difference

Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits

Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us.

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).

Some benefits include:

• Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
• Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
• Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
• Free visits to the employee health clinic
• Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
• Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
• A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
• Optional deferred compensation plan
• Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Paid personal, sick and vacation days
• 12 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education and Wellness Allowance
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Family Friendly workplace policies
• Flexible work schedule options
• Rideshare commuter benefits
• Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:

The Countys pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:

The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).

Learning and Development

The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

• Emotional Intelligence
• Supervisor/Manager academies
• Microsoft Suite courses
• Defensive Driving
• Financial management
• Retirement preparedness
• Teambuilding
• Written Communication
• Conflict Management
• Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
• Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness

Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program

Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.

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Employer County of San Luis Obispo

Address 1055 Monterey Street

Suite D-250

San Luis Obispo, California, 93408

Phone 805-781-5959

Website http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/