Distinguishing Features of Work

Examples of Work Performed

• Ensures that plans and assignments are completed.
• Inspects courses and reports conditions to the Superintendent.
• Trains, supervises and evaluates the performance of employees.
• Determines irrigation requirement for the golf course.
• Participates in complex maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Maintains activity records.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repair of the irrigation system.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Advanced knowledge of common golf course turf diseases, weeds, insect pests, and proper products and methods to control them.
• Advanced knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment such as mowers, sprayers, spreaders, tractors, airifires, pumps and irrigation equipment, and other tools commonly used in the care and maintenance of a golf course.
• Knowledge of the game of golf and how maintenance practices affect playing of the game.
• Knowledge of standard computer keyboard configurations and ability to access, interpret, and record information through use of a video display terminal and electronic keyboard.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in developing and maintaining golf greens, fairways, landscaping, and structures at the golf course.
• Skill in the use of standard hand and power equipment employed in the propagation and cultivation of garden and grass areas.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to read and understand pesticide labels and uses adequate math skills to determine the correct amount of pesticides to mix and apply to an area.
• Ability to operate trucks, tractors, trucksters, and mowers requiring the simultaneous operation and control of throttle, brake, steering transmission, and hydraulic equipment.
• Ability to operate hand held mechanical equipment such as chain saws, string trimmers, circular saws, sod cutters, drills, edgers, push mowers, blowers, pruners and other types of equipment.
• Ability to operate hand held, non-mechanical equipment such as rakes, hoes, shovels, cup changers, hammers, wrenches, sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, pruners, grease guns, painting equipment, and other tools of this type.
• Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist.
• Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, pavement construction and windy conditions.
• Ability to get on hands and knees to inspect and identify turf problems.
• Ability to inspect areas overhead in shrubs and trees.
• Ability to safely and effectively swing a 20-pound sledgehammer against brick, concrete, or similar substances.
• Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another.
• Ability to be continuously performing tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of an eight hour shift.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a State of Kansas Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification, Category 3A and 3B.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Class B commercial driver's license (CDL).
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training

• Two years of work experience in horticultural maintenance work specializing in landscaping and golf course care preferred.
• One year of supervisory experience required.
• Class 3B Kansas Commercial Pesticide Applicator license required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events