Parks Operation Manager

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION INC; Brookhaven (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Flexible work hours

Remote work opportunities

Job summary

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION INC is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the operations of city parks and athletic fields. You will handle maintenance tasks, supervise staff, and manage budgets, ensuring our parks remain well-maintained and safe for public use.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Management or a related field, along with at least five years of relevant experience managing maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Field Maintenance Operations.
• Valid State of Georgia driver's license required.
• Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifesaving needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance of city parks and athletic fields.
• Hire and supervise personnel.
• Develop and manage budgets.

Skills

Sports turf management

Landscaping principles

Ground maintenance procedures

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Management or related field

Tools

Power tools

Tractors

Commercial vehicles

Job description

Overview

The purpose of this job is to manage the maintenance and operations of city parks and facilities. Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance of athletic fields and other landscaped areas; marks and sets playing fields to specifications; installs, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems for landscaped areas; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

• Plans, implements, and administers the maintenance of city parks grounds, facilities, and/or athletic fields; troubleshoots maintenance problems at parks, facilities, and fields; assists in performing maintenance tasks as needed; conducts routine site inspections to monitor work in progress, ensure compliance with safety rules, and determine the need for future work.
• Hires, trains, assigns, schedules, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.
• Assists in the development and management of budgets; gathers data and prepares reports; controls expenditures and directs purchases.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventory; inspects equipment for maintenance and repair needs; orders equipment and supplies as needed; researches equipment to determine upgrade needs; coordinates with vendors on equipment and supply orders.
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repairs of parks and athletic facilities; performs manual labor.
• Coordinates support in a variety of special events.
• Manages contracts with service providers.
• Performs related duties.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Turf Grass Management or Parks and Recreation Administration, or a closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience and/or training in Field Maintenance Operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Georgia driver’s license upon hire; Must possess First Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifesaving certifications through the American Red Cross (or equivalent association) within first (90) days of employment.
• Must hold a category 24 Georgia Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator license or obtain within (90) ninety days of employment. Certified Playground Safety Inspector or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of sports turf management practices and operations, including multi-sport game and tournament preparation and management
• Knowledge of landscaping principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge of ground maintenance procedures to include mowing, edging, raking, and weeding, herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals used in ground maintenance to include methods and materials used in controlling pests, insects, and weeds, the mixing and application of specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects, other pests, cultivating, fertilizing, watering, and spraying flowers, trees, and shrubs.
• Knowledge of athletic field maintenance, building maintenance and management principles. Measure, layout, mark, and line playing fields according to specifications for the sport. Maintain and repair sprinklers and watering systems.
• Methods and procedures for the maintenance and upkeep of sports field turf to ensure safe and proper regulation playing conditions, procedures for the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems.
• Safe work procedures in the operation of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand, follow and complete oral and/or written directions, and relate the same with contracted personnel and internally to other team members.
• Ability to multi-task assignments with concurrent deadlines and varying degrees of complexity.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports; explain rules, procedures, and processes clearly and concisely.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with staff members and/or supervisors and have working knowledge of appropriate technology to best serve the public.
• Work independently and use sound judgment in performing grounds maintenance activities.
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate commercial vehicles, forklifts, and other light motorized equipment including tractors, power mowers, edgers, and weed eater etc.
• Maintain routine records.
• Knowledge of budget management principles.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of job-related vehicles and equipment.

Enterprise Culture

• In support of our vision, our organizational culture works to maintain a safe and beautiful community and promote sustainable projects and activities. This is done by attracting and retaining a talented and diverse group of individuals who encompass our shared values through exceptional teamwork and collaboration, innovative thinking, a commitment to professional development, and community stewardship. What makes us unique is our harmonious work environment, forward-thinking, innovative, and non-restrictive approach toward successful service deliverables and outcomes. In turn, we offer a competitive and exceptional benefits package, flexible work hours, remote work opportunities, modern office design, green space, a brand-new public safety building, and a soon-to-come well space state-of-the-art City Centre.

Moral Character

• The employee must possess and continue to maintain throughout the role a commitment to the essential moral values that build character and instill positive and healthy interactions with others (Respect, honesty, compassion, education, not harming others, hard work, kindness, responsibility, courage, and gratitude). In addition to, the (5) five principles of autonomy, justice, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and fidelity.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk, and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee sits in an office or computer room.

Work Environment

• The employee regularly works outdoors in a park and sports field setting and occasionally performs duties in a normal office environment.
• The position requires daily travel among the various COB worksites as well as vendor and merchant locations.
• The employee may perform official business which will require limited local travel.
• Employee may be required to attend some evening and weekend meetings and may be required to assist in special events.