Park Specialist Ii - Athletic Fields

Job Title: Parks Specialist II - Athletic Fields

Department: Recreation

Reports to: Superintendent of Parks and Planning

Job Class: Full Time, Non-Exempt, IMRF Eligible

Salary: $24 - $28 per hour DOQ

Under the direction and supervision of the Parks Foreman, the Park Specialist II – Athletic Fields is responsible for a variety of park maintenance, turf maintenance, horticulture, forestry, custodial, and recreation support activities, with the main focus on athletic fields. The normal work schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with nights and weekends as needed. The Park Specialist II is on call as required.

• Plans, prepares, and maintains park turf and athletic fields, which includes but is not limited to:
  • Assisting with mowing and trimming of all athletic fields and other park turf during the growing season, using tractors, hand mowers, and trimmers.
  • Establishing and maintaining turf through scheduled seeding, fertilizing, weed control, sod laying, aeration, and irrigation.
  • Applying herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides to destroy undesirable growth and pests.
  • Responsible for layout, striping, and maintaining soccer, softball, football, lacrosse, and baseball fields.
  • Working collaboratively with the Recreation Department, specifically the Athletic Supervisor with layouts, schedules, workload, etc.
• Cleans and maintains all park pavilions, restrooms, and other assigned buildings.
• Maintains grounds through litter pickup, recycling, and other activities.
• Responsible for, but not limited to, managing the safety and cleanliness of property and equipment by identifying, repairing, and inspecting park facilities, equipment, and property for wear, damage, vandalism, etc.
• Maintains all Park District property, trails, paths, roads, parking lots, common sidewalks, and other surfaces, which includes but is not limited to snow removal, debris removal, grading and light renovation.
• Responsible for the operation and preventive maintenance of Park District vehicles, tractors, ground equipment, implements, and ensuring maintenance is performed and reported (daily inspections, washing, checking fluids, etc.).
• Cross‑trains on all general areas of the Parks & Planning Department and assists in all areas needed.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and directs multiple projects, labor, and equipment needs.
• Demonstrates, leads, and supports the Park District's mission statement, vision, and core values.
• Establishes, supports, and maintains collaborative efforts with internal and external customers and organizations.
• Maintains a proactive approach to safety and risk management.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures as outlined in the safety manual and performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Addison Park District's safety program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• May be responsible for supervising part‑time or seasonal staff by communicating job expectations, training, coaching, performance evaluations, recognition, and discipline.
• Assists in creating, updating, implementing, and managing an athletic field maintenance operation's manual.
• Develops and manages the athletic field budget and expenses.
• Responsible for all athletic field inventory, supplies, and tools.
• Assists in managing and completing the overall workload of the Parks and Planning Department in horticulture, which includes but is not limited to planting trees, shrubs, flowers and their maintenance (watering, fertilizing, bed arrangement, etc.) as needed.
• May assist in repairs of damaged recreational items such as tennis court nets, basketball courts, soccer goals, playground equipment, and shelters.
• Documents work‑hours and materials used on work orders to specific job requirements.
• Receives quotes from vendors for work to be performed, equipment repairs or purchases, etc., and the time required.
• Attends workshops and seminars pertaining to the employee's position as needed for new ideas, developments, and techniques.
• May be required to work special events from time to time at nights and on weekends.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pref…