Job details
Salary From $50,057 a year
Job Type Full-time
Qualifications
- Experience:
- Supervisory, 1 year (Required)
- Parks & Rec. maintenance, 1 year (Required)
- Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Full Job Description
Under administrative direction, the Parks Manager performs highly skilled technical, administrative, and supervisory tasks coordinating a general maintenance and construction program or coordinating planning and project management aspects for the municipal park system. Current recruitment is in our Parks & Recreation Department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions: — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plans, coordinates, and supervises the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees in constructing, repairing, cleaning, maintaining, and beautifying municipal parks, facilities, properties and grounds; coordinates and monitors contracts and contractors in providing similar services.
Manages all administrative duties including timekeeping, purchasing, reconciling payments for contractors, monitoring budgets, and providing all personnel management for department.
Supervises, oversees, and plans the outside maintenance of City playgrounds, playground equipment, and facilities, install and supervise the installation of equipment and grounds, supervise the assignment, use, maintenance, and repair of facility and park equipment.
Coordinates, schedules, and facilitates the purchasing of equipment with fleet services; determines the equipment specification needs, oversees the development of new park facilities and areas, and facilitates the redevelopment or renovation of existing facilities and site equipment.
Performs all management for the care, keeping, and maintenance of athletic fields; researches new ideas for insect, weed, and disease controls; mows, removes sod, marks fields, sprays chemicals, and performs field repair/renovation.
Develops and implements programs and initiatives of the department including all planning documents; coordinates and supervises the environmental plans and restoration efforts of environmental parks.
Researches, prepares, and secures grants to support the capital improvement programs and general mission of the city; establishes partnerships and contacts with all levels of government.
Handles citizen complaints, conducts public engagement and project meetings, and explains City ordinances, policies, and procedures to citizens; determines City responsibility for maintenance activities, requisitions and controls use of supplies and materials, confers with City officials, civic groups, and interested citizens regarding maintenance activities, beautification, and facility or park problems; monitors and manages public safety and concerns.
Keeps records, prepares reports, and performs other administrative duties.
Coordinates emergency operations requirements, training programs, and special events application process and staffing; oversees construction projects from design through permitting and final construction.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver’s license is required.
Obtain and maintain a Certified Playground Safety Inspector Certification (CPSI) within 6 months of hire for a Parks Manager working in the Tradesworker Division
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides: Computer, vehicles, and other equipment as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architect, Horticulture, Planning or other related field PLUS one (1) year of experience in parks and recreation maintenance, construction, design and planning, or related field, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Knowledge of –
Construction and maintenance methods and equipment
Methods and equipment used in the development of park grounds and areas
Principles and practices of City planning and urban design
Personnel Management and supervisory techniques
Scheduling and coordinating work of department staff
OSHA rules and regulations
Safety laws, codes, regulations, and compliancy agencies
Department policies and protocols
Equipment maintenance practices and methods
Skill in –
Supervising planning programs, performing studies, and analyzing data
Conducting complex studies and formulating recommendations
Park design and project management
Coordinating work of mechanical and maintenance staff
Establishing and maintaining good relationships
Preparing and presenting training presentations
Preparing and creating clear records and reports
Operating a computer and generalized software
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,057.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Supervisory: 1 year (Required)
- Parks & Rec. maintenance: 1 year (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Work Remotely:
- No
