Foreman - Parks Job Denison area,Texas USA,Management

Performs supervisory duties involving progressively responsible experience with the coordination of crews engaged in the maintenance and repairs of parks – including but not limited to landscaping, equipment, athletics facilities, and recreation/special events.

The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competence and satisfactory performance of these duties. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Under limited oversight, identifies work to be performed as prioritized and outlined by the Park Services Supervisor.

Holds responsibility for the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of Parks’ crews work.

Plans and assigns work based on set goals and priorities.

Schedules, assigns, directs, monitors and assists the work of employees and use of equipment engaged in maintaining parks, athletic facilities, recreation activities, and special events.

Responsible for supervising and organising the work of and assuring the technically correct and safety appropriate functions performed by crew members, both semi-skilled and unskilled workers within the division

Establishes policies, methods and procedures to be followed by work crews

Inspects activities of work crews and ensures proper quality of work and efficiency and economy of operation

Provides to subordinates coaching that aligns with the City’s Core Values of service, teamwork, accountability, commitment and integrity, and the City’s mission, vision, and policies

Assists with employee evaluations

Take proper and required disciplinary action as needed, including but not limited to verbal/written warnings

Interviews and makes recommendations for staff recruitment and selection.

Maintains and repairs park playground units, benches, tables, etc.

Administers internal safety program

Maintains a variety of operational records

Monitors equipment utilization and maintenance, recommends replacements, and may participate in the preparation of specifications for and the acquisition of equipment

Requisition s, purchases and/or maintain supplies

Refers to city maps, blueprints, or manuals.

Coordinates and communicates with other employees, subordinates, supervisors, stakeholders, contractors and residents.

Provides customer service to residents and customers offering information about services or departmental policies and procedures and resolving any complaints. On occasion, may deal with irate or hostile people.

Serves as acting Park Services Supervisor in the event of the Supervisor’s absence as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the City’s and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.

Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.

Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.

Skill in analyzing information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.

Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions are generally broad using judgment to select the appropriate procedures to follow.

Ability to develop department goals and objectives.

Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.

Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line item budgeting.

Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.

Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.

Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.

Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.

Knowledge of management and…