Park and Beach Supervisor I/ II

City of Encinitas; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package with cafeteria plan

Job summary

The City of Encinitas is seeking a knowledgeable Park and Beach Supervisor I/II to preserve and enhance parks, beaches, trails, and open spaces for the community.

Placement at Supervisor I or II depends on qualifications and experience. Responsibilities include project oversight, contract administration, and water management, with a focus on safety and quality public spaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Park Administration, Natural Resource Management or Horticulture.
• Two years of progressively responsible full-time park maintenance experience including budgeting and supervision.
• Arborist Certification (ISA) and Pest Control Advisor or Qualified Applicator’s Certification; Playground Safety Inspector; Reclaimed Water Inspector (SDWA).

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, evaluate, and inspect park and beach improvements and repairs.
• Assist in development and administration of contracts with external vendors.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and prepare related reports.
• Prepare staff reports and presentations for City Council and boards.
• Develop water conservation programs and manage irrigation systems.
• Oversee Capital Improvement Projects and open space management.

Skills

Budgeting

Project management

Irrigation systems

Contract administration

Tree maintenance

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Park Administration, Natural Resource Management or Horticulture

Job description

The City of Encinitas is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and solutions-oriented Park and Beach Supervisor I/II to help preserve and enhance the community's exceptional parks, beaches, trails, open spaces, and public landscapes. This role is ideal for a professional who is passionate about environmental stewardship, public service, and maintaining the high-quality recreational amenities that make Encinitas a unique coastal community.

The Park and Beach Supervisor I/II is responsible for monitoring and inspecting construction, improvement, and maintenance activities related to City-owned parks, beaches, trails, open spaces, and streetscapes to ensure compliance with established standards. This position also develops standards and specifications, performs plan reviews, and oversees projects that enhance and preserve Encinitas' valued public spaces. Responsibilities include managing City beach properties, coastal viewpoints, parks, trails, landscaped streetscapes, and open space areas. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, sound judgment, project management skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to the Encinitas community. Placement at the Park and Beach Supervisor I or Park and Beach Supervisor II level will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, certifications, and the needs of the department.

• In addition to a competitive salary, the City of Encinitas offers an exceptional benefits package, including a generous cafeteria plan that provides flexibility in healthcare coverage. The city is committed to supporting employee well-being and professional development while fostering a rewarding public service career. Please refer to the Benefits tab for additional information regarding the City's benefits package.

Join a team dedicated to preserving and enhancing the parks, beaches, trails, and open spaces that make Encinitas an exceptional place to live, work, and visit, while making a lasting impact on the quality of life enjoyed by our community.

Essential Duties

• Plans, develops, supervises, evaluates, and inspects a variety of improvements, renovations, and repair projects, which includes: landscaping, irrigation, park and beach buildings, courts, paving and facility appurtenances, and other related projects.
• Assists in the development and administration ofcontracts of external vendors for maintenance work; Evaluates contract compliance, coordinates schedules with city events; renewals, and modifications of contracts.
• Assists in development and administration ofassigned operational budgets and capital improvement budgets; Monitors expenditures and prepares related budget reports; forecasts, purchases, and payments.
• Assist in the preparation of staff reports and presentations for City Council, commissions, and Board meetings; drafts letters, memorandums, and other related written documents and correspondence.
• Prepares, evaluates, reviews and initiates corrections to plans for the construction of new parks, trails, streetscapes, playgrounds and other Citywide improvement projects. Develops and prepares specifications for bids on the above projects; initiates change orders, and approves requests for payments.
• Develops, implements, and administers water conservation program; manages irrigation water use for parks, beaches, centers, and streetscapes; evaluates and inspects irrigation systems and prescribes corrective measures, replacements and improvements.
• Properly manage reclaimed water systems operation, construction, maintenance, and safety per San Diego Water Authority Regulations.
• Performs facility and playground safety inspections; evaluates compliance with applicable regulations; determines level of risk and appropriate corrective action.
• Develops and administers the tree maintenance program for parks, beaches, centers, and streetscapes; performs inspections and evaluates health and safety of City trees; evaluates, determines and prescribes corrective actions. Supervises and coordinates tree trimming, removal, spraying, and planting operations.
• Assists in the development and administration of project specifications and contract documents for Capital Improvement Projects; administers, oversees, and manages Capital Improvement projects.
• Assists in the development of open space management.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge of:

Applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, regulations, and codes; Basic budgeting principles; Construction principles and practices; Structural building construction and operations; Park and public facilities management principles and practices; Landscape maintenance and horticultural methods; Landscape materials common to the local area; Public relations principles and techniques; Park and landscape design; Irrigation, plumbing, and electrical components, systems, and operation; Appropriate pest control methods to include Integrated Pest Management; Arboricultural principles and practices; Irrigation water management principles and practices; San Diego Water Authority regulations for reclaimed water systems; Project management techniques; Open space management.

Skill in:

Using computers and related software applications; Administering budgets; Identifying plants, trees, shrubs, turf, and other landscape materials; Composing written documents; Identifying tree hazards and deficiencies; Detecting diagnosing, and describing deficiencies and conditions in landscapes, parks, beaches, trails, open spaces, public facilities, and irrigation systems; Programming and operating irrigation control systems; Basic drafting skills and ability to communicate ideas through drawings; Read and interpret construction drawings; Construction project management; Contract administration; Developing and administering contracts; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Park Administration, Natural Resource Management or Horticulture or a related field, and two years of progressively responsible full-time experience related to park maintenance including budgeting and supervision.

Licensing Requirement (OR ability to obtain within six months of hire date)

• Arborist Certification by the International Society of Arboriculture
• Pest Control Advisor License and/or Qualified Applicator's Certification
• National Playground Safety Institute Playground Safety Inspector Certification
• San Diego Water Authority Reclaimed Water Inspector Certification

The City of Encinitas and the San Dieguito Water District provide equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, physical disability, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver's License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding. The City and Water District encourage minorities, disabled persons and women to apply. Qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process must notify the Human Resources Office if accommodation is needed. A thorough background check will be conducted for the candidate(s) seriously considered for the position including fingerprinting and reference checking. A contingent job offer may be given pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical, TB test and drug and alcohol screening. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Notes

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Provisions of the California Government Code and Emergency Services Act declare all public employees to be disaster service workers. As disaster service workers, all public employees (except legally employed aliens), are subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Incumbents in a safety-sensitive position are subject to pre-placement drug testing.

Incumbents may be asked to travel on City business, using their own vehicle or a City vehicle, and are required to be in the Department of Motor Vehicles Pull Program.