Beach & Parks Operations Lead

Sarasota County Government; Nokomis (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits begin within 60 days

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sarasota County Government seeks a Supervisor to oversee staff and daily maintenance for Beaches and Water Access sites within our Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources department. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience and a background in maintenance of beaches, athletic fields, and parks.

The starting pay range is $27.49 - $28.50 per hour (based on experience) with benefits beginning within 60 days and opportunities for advancement. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Business, Business Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Political Science, or a related field.
• -OR- Associate degree -AND- Two (2) years of related work experience.
• -OR- Minimum of High School diploma -AND- Four (4) years of related experience.
• In addition, there is a minimum of One (1) year of supervisory experience required (lead worker or acting in a supervisory capacity may be counted).
• Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate, and schedule daily activities and functions for assigned staff; providing daily direction, setting expectations, and providing follow-up on work tasks/projects.
• Recruit, interview, select, and hire applicants for vacant positions. Provide orientation and training on job duties and expectations.
• Manage timecard entries and approvals for self and assigned staff.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and provide coaching and counseling. Conduct monthly training for staff. Ensure staff follow all safety requirements for training and PPE. Ensure training is properly uploaded and documented for all supervised staff.
• Ensure staff have appropriate tools, equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE)/gear, and supplies to properly maintain assigned facilities.
• Assist division managers with developing, implementing, tracking, and completing division goals.
• Respond to emails, phone calls, and general requests from internal and external sources within the organization’s established timeline.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement for visitor safety and compliance issues. Educate visitors and staff on BWA and county rules and ordinances.
• Participate in ISIT and City of Venice Quarterly Walkthrough inspections.
• Coordinate and facilitate natural resource projects within assigned areas, scheduling the work crew and volunteer projects.
• Partner with Park Naturalists and Recreation Specialists for special events.
• Enter work requests within the appropriate work order system and track their status and completion.
• Complete administrative processes for invoicing, County-issued Purchasing Cards, budget, and financing.
• Review, follow up, and properly document compliance issues with janitorial contracts and landscape contracts, and report noncompliance issues vis appropriate format to Contract Managers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 2 years related work

High School diploma + 4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maximo

Kronos

Job description

Sarasota County Government seeks a Supervisor to oversee staff and daily maintenance for Beaches and Water Access sites within our Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources department. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience and a background in maintenance of beaches, athletic fields, and parks.

The starting pay range is $27.49 - $28.50 per hour (based on experience) with benefits beginning within 60 days and opportunities for advancement. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.