Parks Supervisor

Performs difficult technical and administrative work planning, organizing and supervising park maintenance activities; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.

• Plans, organizes, and supervises park maintenance division operations and programs.
• Coordinates work with other divisions and departments.
• Establishes procedures and policies and sees that appropriate action is taken by subordinates.
• Handles correspondence; prepares a wide variety of reports on activities as requested.
• Organizes and inspects contract mowing areas.
• Oversees the plant and tree nursery, designs landscape and irrigation system.
• Supervises setting up and breaking down for special events.
• Requisition s and purchases required supplies and materials.
• Determines amount of personnel and equipment necessary for each project.
• Makes field inspections of projects to ascertain status and provide further instructions.
• Maintains records and files and prepares reports.
• Inspects and maintains playground equipment:
• Oversees all functions of a small division or work unit/s
• Develops business plans/staffing plans/models
• Develops & implements goals, objectives and outcomes
• Prepares, monitors and/or administers assigned budget
• Oversees activities/functions of a Tier I supervisor/s
• Develops, implements and administers policies and procedures
• Performs related tasks as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

• Supervises subordinate personnel.
• Thorough knowledge of the practices of park maintenance and related activities and services.
• Thorough knowledge of the equipment and tools needed for an efficient and effective park maintenance program.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to review and analyze plans and specifications for the construction of park facilities.
• Ability to formulate safe operational policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare technical reports.
• Ability to supervise the work of a large staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors, and the general public.
• Prepares and encourages staff for succession plan opportunities
• Partners with HR on employee relations issues and disciplinary actions
• Partners with others across the organization as needed
• Excellent written and verbal Communications
• Intermediate knowledge of work areas
• Ability to lead and oversee the work of others
• Ability to budget and create business plans and staffing plans
• Ability to lead and mentor supervisors, managers, and other level employees
• Ability to handle complex/difficult assignments
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to coordinate and implement change
• Ability to plan and oversee large programs/projects
• Possesses good financial judgment skills
• Ability to develop/implement goals & objectives and measure successes
• Ability to evaluate work of others in a fair and consistent manner
• Strong presentation skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required in specific field of endeavor and 4 years of related experience; five years of experience in park maintenance; two years supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for the position.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required
• Possession of a restricted-use pesticide license.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential…