Park Supervisor

Montgomery County (PA); Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County (PA) is seeking a Park Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations at a County Park, supervising staff and coordinating with volunteers and partner groups. The role includes budget and reporting duties, safety oversight, and ensuring a high-quality park experience.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years of Parks/Recreation experience with supervisory duties, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years’ experience in Parks/Recreation, Wildlife Management or Environmental Resource Management with supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Park Management or related field.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license and maintain driving record.
• Must be able to read/write/speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily park operations in line with best practices and standards for parks and environmental stewardship.
• Assist Region Manager with site administration including budget, scheduling, payroll, and reports.
• Supervise grounds and building maintenance staff in coordination with Region Manager.
• Coordinate with volunteers, friends groups, and outside partners.
• Provide staff training on County policies and procedures and support marketing efforts.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public speaking

Communication

Computer skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Park Management/Natural Resource Management/Environmental Resource Management

Job description

The Park Supervisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations at a specific County Park which includes supervising park staff. In addition, the Park Supervisor will work with volunteers, friends groups and any site support group(s).

• Manages daily operations of the park in accordance with best practices and standards for parks, recreation, natural resource management and environmental stewardship.
• Assists Region Manager with overall administration of the site including budget, purchasing, scheduling, payroll, evaluating site personnel, reports, visitor counts, and consistent professional customer service (internal and external).
• In cooperation with the Region Manager, supervises and coordinates personnel engaged in grounds and building maintenance
• Works with Region Manager and staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable park experience.
• Assists Region Manager with planning, prioritizing and directing work schedules for projects and specific programs based upon the park’s mission;
• Works with Region Manager to identify sources of outside funding including grant administration, private partnerships and donations in accordance with the park’s mission.
• Coordinates with Region Foreman, Ranger Supervisor, and Environmental Educator about site specific projects, programs and daily operations;
• Manages any outside contractors or lease/easement agreements with outside organizations.
• Participates in the planning process for park improvements and new facilities.
• Performs routine inspections of the park and project sites to ensure that they are clean, safe and maintained at an acceptable level.
• Coordinates and communicates with other natural resource related agencies and organizations.
• Oversees the coordination of volunteers, interns and community service workers.
• Oversees and assists with boat storage rentals, campgrounds reservations/on-line internet site maintenance, lake dam(s) planning and maintenance coordination, boat rental coordination (w/ third-party operator), and other operational duties/coordination as assigned.
• Participates in all park programs and events.
• Responsible for providing staff training on all required County and division policies and procedures.
• Coordinates marketing efforts (website/digital content/social media/print) including flyers, brochures, calendar of events, etc.
• Works with Regional staff to ensure site security and maintenance needs are completed.
• Will be required to attend professional meetings and attend friends of group meetings.
• Ability to carry out light maintenance for daily operations and events.
• Required to take training as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Five (5) years’ experience working in the field of Parks and Recreation, Wildlife Management, Environmental Resource Management or related field with a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience required.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Park Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management or related field.
• Must have an understanding of and ability to apply related laws, rules, regulations, ethics, standards, policies and procedures applicable to this work.
• Must project a pleasant and professional presence when interacting with the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively and possess good public speaking skills.
• Expected to participate in appropriate organizations and affiliations related to this field.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read/write/speak English.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

• Must be able to lift at least up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Have the ability to climb, stoop, bend, reach, walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn when applicable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

This position will require both office and field work. A Park Supervisor may experience the following:

• Occasional exposure to chemicals and other hazardous materials when performing responsibilities.
• Occasional exposure to inclement weather, extreme cold, heat, snow, ice and rain.
• Occasional contact with domestic and wild animals.
• Casual work attire.
• Be available and responsive to all emergencies outside of normal working hours.
• Required to work weekends, holidays and evenings as needed.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.