Parks Supervisor

City of Bartow; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bartow in Bartow, FL is seeking a Park Maintenance Director to plan, organize, and supervise park maintenance division operations and programs under general supervision. You will coordinate with other divisions, establish procedures, and manage reports and budgets for park services.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, several years of park maintenance experience, supervisory background, and a valid Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Project oversight

Team mentoring

Presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

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.

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

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises subordinate personnel.
• 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.