Site Supervisor

NOVA Parks; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Parks is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee daily park operations, assist with event setup and takedown, and supervise part-time staff. The role involves interacting with visitors, enforcing park rules, and maintaining facilities and grounds.

The position requires a high school diploma with supervisory experience, and the ability to manage money handling procedures. Flexibility for variable hours including weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with business experience or training.
• Demonstrated supervisory能力 and ability to manage staff.
• Ability to communicate courteously with staff and patrons.
• Knowledge of NOVA Parks practices and money handling desirable.
• Flexibility to work variable hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee park operations including opening/closing of facility.
• Monitor rentals, retail sales, and events year-round.
• Set up and takedown of special events.
• Maintain buildings and grounds and supervise staff.
• Schedule/train seasonal attendants and rangers.
• Prepare records of money handling transactions.
• Operate equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Ensure safety and adherence to NOVA Parks standards.
• Publicly greet visitors, answer inquiries, and provide information.
• Act as Manager on Duty in the Park Manager's absence.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Cash handling

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Public relations

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calculator

POS familiarity

Job description

The Site Supervisor is responsible for interacting with special interest groups, set-up and takedown of special events, and general maintenance of park grounds and buildings.

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Assist in supervising park operations which may include opening and closing of facility, ordering and maintaining supplies, care and use of resources, and handling cash.
• Monitor rentals, retail sales, and events throughout the year.
• Monitor marina operations (location dependent).
• Set-up and takedown of special events.
• General maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Assist in the supervision of part time/seasonal park attendants and rangers, which may include scheduling, training, motivation and control.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate records of money handling transactions.
• Perform manual labor and routine maintenance as needed.
• Equipment use, including hand tools, power tools, zero turn mowers and a tractor with a frontend loader.
• Ensure NOVA Parks safety, business standards, and other standards inherent to the particular operation are being followed.
• Ability to gain a working knowledge of the site Operation and Management plan.
• Assist with public relations by greeting park visitors, handling inquiries, and providing information and assistance, and informing patrons of rules and regulations.
• Interpret NOVA Parks rules and regulations.
• Serve as Manager on Duty in the absence of the Park Manager.
• Correct and report unsafe conditions to the Park Manager.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Park Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school with one year of business experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the staff.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
• Knowledge of or ability of obtain NOVA Parks business practices and money handling procedures.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and related materials.
• Ability to handle cash accurately.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to use a calculator and computer.
• Flexibility and ability to perform all duties of other part-time/seasonal employees as needed.
• Ability to gain a working knowledge of NOVA Parks, its history, organization, rules and regulations.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Availability to work additional hours during peak operating season.
• Willingness to learn and perform a new skill.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Possession of or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.