Parks Manager/Athletics and Parks

CITY OF HOLLYWOOD, FL; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hollywood, FL is seeking a skilled Park Maintenance Division Manager to lead daily operations of parks and recreation facilities. Under the general direction of the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, you will plan, organize, and control maintenance programs, manage the division budget, and supervise staff to meet safety and quality goals.

You will coordinate capital improvement projects, develop bids, and oversee contractors, ensuring compliance with policies and state

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related field.
• Experience in building maintenance, construction, or park facilities.
• Certifications in playground inspection preferred or required within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and control maintenance functions for parks and recreation facilities.
• Develop division objectives, policies and procedures; manage budget.
• Coordinate with departments; oversee capital improvement plans and projects.
• Develop specifications and solicit bids; oversee contractors and work orders.
• Inspect facilities for safety; maintain inventory and records; assist grants and internships.
• Attend community meetings and perform related duties.

Skills

Budget planning

Staff supervision

Facilities maintenance

Contract management

Public works coordination

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Playground Inspector certification

Experience in construction/maintenance

Job description

Under the general direction of the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts or his designee, this employee manages the operation of the Division of Park Maintenance. This employee performs administrative and supervisory work in directing the operations of the Park Maintenance Division. The employee in this class is responsible for the planning, organizing, direction and control of maintenance functions to park and recreation facilities. Duties require the development of objectives, policies and procedures, determination of budget needs and the assignment of departmental resources to meet desired goals and objectives. Supervision and direction is received from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts who will hold the incumbent responsible for the attainment of desired administrative and operational goals and objectives.

• Establishes and evaluates the effectiveness of preventive maintenance programs relating to Parks and Recreation Facilities, especially Community Centers, Park Playgrounds and City Sports Facilities.
• Communicates and coordinates with appropriate Departments and Divisions when repairs or improvements to Parks and Recreation facilities are contemplated, planned or developed.
• Assists in the development of plans for Capital Improvement projects associated with Parks and Recreation facilities.
• Develops Park Maintenance Division objectives, policies and procedures, and prepares and administers the Division's annual budget.
• Recommends the purchase of materials and equipment needed and the allocation of resources for the Division to function properly.
• Maintains appropriate inventory records and files required reports via the Director of PRCA.
• Works with other Department staff to write appropriate grant proposals, develop internship opportunities and conducts special projects and studies as assigned.

• Inspects parks and recreation facilities frequently to insure public safety and identify possible hazards and repair needs.Personally repairs facilities and equipmant or initiates work orders for repairs through the Public Works Department.
• Prioritizes and tracks all submitted work orders to insure their timely completion.Follows-up with Public Works on all work orders as necessary.
• Reviews construction plans pertaining to the development or renovation of parks and recreation facilities.
• Develops specifications and solicits bids or quotes for facility repairs, renovations or construction of Parks and Recreation facilities as appropriate or required.Coordinates and oversees work by contractors.
• Reviews DCM project specifications for facility repairs, renovations or construction of Parks and Recreation facilities and makes recommendations for changes to the Director or Assistant Director of PRCA.
• Attends community and civic association meetings as requested.
• Performs related work as required.

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field, extensive experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of structures and equipment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must obtain certification as a Playground Inspector within 12 months of appointment to position.

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

Required Education and Background Information:

Look over the announcement carefully to determine your eligibility. Please note minimum education and experience requirements. Closed competitive positions are open only to employees while open competitive positions are open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications for the position. Evidence of a GED test score is required if submitted for high school diploma. Applicants are responsible for clearly documenting work experience and/or providing all relevant information at the time of application. Additional information will not be accepted after the announcement closing date.

Examination:

Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: written examination, performance examination, education and experience evaluation, oral examination and/or other job related examinations.

Special Accommodation and Communication Needs:

The City of Hollywood provides necessary reasonable accommodation in the examination process upon request to persons with disabilities. Such requests must be made PRIOR to any scheduled examination.

Veteran's Preference:

The City values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs.

All successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background which may include criminal history searches, driving history checks, credit report, courthouse searches, education verification, employment verification, professional license verification, or other search methods as deemed necessary for the position. In addition, the applicant will be required to undergo a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, prior to appointment.

Applicants who are considered for employment will be required to pay $62.00 for the background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES:

• The relative must have competed in an appropriate examination process as determined by Human Resources and be placed on a civil service eligibility list;
• The relative must be among the top three ranked candidates available on the certified eligibility list unless expanded by the Civil Service Board;
• The Department or Office Director and the Director, Human Resources must demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the City of Hollywood to hire the relative of a public officer or employee.

As of 12/15/2005 the City will require all newly hired employees to sign an affidavit affirming non-usage of tobacco or tobacco products within the last year prior to submission of application and will continue to be a non-user of tobacco products throughout employment with the City of Hollywood.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of special needs by calling [phone].

All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications).

The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.