Parks Supervisor

City of Bartow, FL; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bartow, FL is seeking a Park Maintenance Supervisor to plan, organize and supervise park maintenance programs and activities. The role requires coordinating with other divisions, establishing procedures, and supervising staff to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include budgeting, contract oversight, event setup, asset maintenance, and reporting. A strong background in park services and supervisory experience is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4 years of related experience in park maintenance.
• 5 years of park maintenance experience.
• 2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and supervises park maintenance division operations and programs.
• Coordinates work with other divisions and departments.
• Establishes procedures and policies and ensures subordinates take appropriate action.
• Handles correspondence; prepares reports on activities as requested.
• Oversees plant and tree nursery, designs landscape and irrigation systems.
• Supervises setup/breakdown for special events.
• Requisitions and purchases supplies and materials; budgets and staffing.
• Makes field inspections and provides further instructions.
• Inspects playground equipment and facilities.
• Develops business and staffing plans and implements goals.

Skills

Park maintenance

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

HR liaison

Strategic thinking

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Summary

Performs difficult technical and administrative work planning, organizing and supervising park maintenance activities; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.

• Plans, organizes, and supervises park maintenance division operations and programs.
• Coordinates work with other divisions and departments.
• Establishes procedures and policies and sees that appropriate action is taken by subordinates.
• Handles correspondence; prepares a wide variety of reports on activities as requested.
• Organizes and inspects contract mowing areas.
• Oversees the plant and tree nursery, designs landscape and irrigation system.
• Supervises setting up and breaking down for special events.
• Requisitions and purchases required supplies and materials.
• Determines amount of personnel and equipment necessary for each project.
• Makes field inspections of projects to ascertain status and provide further instructions.
• Maintains records and files and prepares reports.
• Inspects and maintains playground equipment:
• Oversees all functions of a small division or work unit/s
• Develops business plans/staffing plans/models
• Develops & implements goals, objectives and outcomes
• Prepares, monitors and/or administers assigned budget
• Oversees activities/functions of a Tier I supervisor/s
• Develops, implements and administers policies and procedures
• Performs related tasks as required.

Job Summary

Performs difficult technical and administrative work planning, organizing and supervising park maintenance activities; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and supervises park maintenance division operations and programs.
• Coordinates work with other divisions and departments.
• Establishes procedures and policies and sees that appropriate action is taken by subordinates.
• Handles correspondence; prepares a wide variety of reports on activities as requested.
• Organizes and inspects contract mowing areas.
• Oversees the plant and tree nursery, designs landscape and irrigation system.
• Supervises setting up and breaking down for special events.
• Requisitions and purchases required supplies and materials.
• Determines amount of personnel and equipment necessary for each project.
• Makes field inspections of projects to ascertain status and provide further instructions.
• Maintains records and files and prepares reports.
• Inspects and maintains playground equipment:
• Oversees all functions of a small division or work unit/s
• Develops business plans/staffing plans/models
• Develops & implements goals, objectives and outcomes
• Prepares, monitors and/or administers assigned budget
• Oversees activities/functions of a Tier I supervisor/s
• Develops, implements and administers policies and procedures
• Performs related tasks as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises subordinate personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the practices of park maintenance and related activities and services.
• Thorough knowledge of the equipment and tools needed for an efficient and effective park maintenance program.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to review and analyze plans and specifications for the construction of park facilities.
• Ability to formulate safe operational policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare technical reports.
• Ability to supervise the work of a large staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors, and the general public.
• Prepares and encourages staff for succession plan opportunities
• Partners with HR on employee relations issues and disciplinary actions
• Partners with others across the organization as needed
• Excellent written and verbal Communications
• Intermediate knowledge of work areas
• Ability to lead and oversee the work of others
• Ability to budget and create business plans and staffing plans
• Ability to lead and mentor supervisors, managers, and other level employees
• Ability to handle complex/difficult assignments
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to coordinate and implement change
• Ability to plan and oversee large programs/projects
• Possesses good financial judgment skills
• Ability to develop/implement goals & objectives and measure successes
• Ability to evaluate work of others in a fair and consistent manner
• Strong presentation skills

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required in specific field of endeavor and 4 years of related experience; five years of experience in park maintenance; two years supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for the position.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required
• Possession of a restricted-use pesticide license.

Physical And Mental Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Mental Demands

• Required to use written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information, and documents
• Work under deadlines with constant interruptions

Work Environment

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

The employee regularly works outside in various weather conditions

Work may require exposure to hazardous conditions and noxious chemicals

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned.

All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared.

As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.