Superintendent Of Parks- Internal Promotional

This is an exempt position, which is administrative and supervisory work directing the operation and maintenance of City's park facilities. An employee in this classification is responsible for planning and directing the maintenance and improvement of all park grounds and supervising the operation of the managed parks and related facilities within the system. Work includes responsibility for directing construction projects. The employee has latitude for independent judgment and action in accomplishing division objectives and participates in the formulation of operating policies and regulations.

Performance is evaluated through conferences, observations and the review of program effectiveness.

Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. Participates in planning, design and supervising of construction and reconstruction of Parks and Recreation areas.

Directs the maintenance and operations of City parks, athletic fields and related outdoor facilities.

Participates in the preparation of departmental budget requests and proposals; prepares specifications on equipment and materials utilized in the operation and maintenance of areas.

Plans, schedules and supervises the work of personnel engaged in parks construction, maintenance and repair activities; provides advice to subordinates on matters of landscape maintenance, mowing, construction and park facilities equipment repair.

Supervises the operation of the managed parks and security staff in the system; advises subordinates on various matters relating to the operation, management and security of the parks related facilities.

Maintains records of expenses, fertilization, pesticide use, vandalism, security, equipment use and all Department vehicles.

Performs related work as required and as directed.

Ensures compliance with the City code and procurement policies and procedures by reviewing and monitoring procurements conducted by any designee, department or official.

Performs any assigned duty before, during and after a declared emergency.

Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools and equipment utilized in parks operations and maintenance.

Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of parks management.

Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends and development in the field of parks maintenance and management.

Knowledge of turf and sports turf maintenance; herbicides and pesticides control.

Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques with the ability to plan, schedule and supervise the work of personnel engaged in park construction, maintenance and repair activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

• Ability to plan and coordinate complex and varied park maintenance and projects.
• Ability to direct the maintenance and operations of city parks, athletic fields and related outdoor facilities.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly to all, from professional to unskilled workers.
• Ability to plan and execute preventive maintenance.
• Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental officials, other municipal employees and the general public.
• Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in park management or related field; considerable experience in park operations and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered.

• Valid Florida driver's license
• Prefer Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) with Florida Recreation and Park Association (FRPA)).

This is a designated "Recovery" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.