Cemetery Supervisor

STARTING PAY: $22.66/hr

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF BROOKSVILLE:

20 days of PTO for the first year (unutilized hours roll over) and accrual increases with years of service

12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Flexible scheduling for participating departments

Florida Retirement System Pension and Investment Plan

Employer paid health coverage

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year!

JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: Position functions as lead worker responsible for the administration and operational functions of the Brooksville Cemetery and Olive Street Cemetery and related cemetery properties. Duties involve planning, organizing, coordinating, and scheduling operations and maintenance functions. Prepares, establishes and implement cemetery business plan, goals and objectives, and annual budget. Establishes, implements and enforces rules, policies, and guidelines in accordance with State regulations and City code. May be scheduled nights, weekends and Holidays, and subject to call out. Position is supervised by the Director of Parks and Recreation or through his/her designee. Qualifications and a summary of duties and responsibilities are set forth below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Project manager for future growth of Cemetery. This includes, but is not limited to, developing Task Orders and requests for proposals or quotes in coordination with City staff, the City’s Procurement Administrator and the City’s Public Works/Parks Director. Responsible for analyzing submittals and, in conjunction with City staff, the Procurement Manager and the Public Works/Parks Director. Offers recommendation to Parks Director and coordinates execution of Task Orders/Contracts/Agreements/Quotes or presenting to City Council if required. In conjunction with City staff and the Public Works/Parks Director, issues Notices to Proceed and is responsible for Task Orders/project being completed satisfactorily.
• Prepare work schedule, supervises, trains, and evaluate subordinates
• Supervise and assist in the construction of new roads and marking out new blocks and lots in the cemetery.
• Maintains an ongoing program for the continued education and training of all Cemetery employees.
• Participating in updating City Codes relating to policies, and rules relating to City Cemeteries.
• Supervises and coordinates the work of volunteers on the cemetery grounds.
• Advises funeral directors, all vendors working in the Cemetery, and the public on Cemetery Rules and Regulations and processes requests for information and customer inquiries.
• Reports problems or violations of policies or legal responsibilities to supervisor and recommend alterations or amendments in the rules, proceedings and provisions of City Code.
• Will participate in Cemetery Advisory Committee meetings and may attend City Council meetings from time to time as directed by Director of Parks & Recreation.
• Implements and maintains operational standards and compliance with regulatory agency requirements. Ensures the safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment, and implements appropriate corrective action where necessary.
• Cemetery Supervisor shall oversee Cemetery Services Specialist in grounds-keeping and facility maintenance functions for Cemetery. When needed (such as in growing season),Cemetery Supervisor shall assist with duties included but not limited to, mowing, tree trimming, leaf and debris removal, cleaning, repairs, maintenance, minor construction, plant nursery maintenance and planting of plants, bushes, or trees on City grounds or in containers.
• Responsible for ensuring backlog of paper records, and those entered in former Cemetery software (Access), are entered into current software and ensures that related documents (deeds, graphs, Affidavits of Heirs, receipts etc) are scanned into software. This task could be designated to Administrative Assistant should there be one assigned to Cemetery in future.
• Responsible for ensuring Cemetery software remains up to date and analyzes and determines when new upgrades to software is needed. This includes preparing bids quotes, in conjunction with City’s Procurement Administrator, and bringing forth are commendation to the City Manager and City Council if directed.
• Cemetery Supervisor shall oversee Cemetery Services Specialist in the maintaining of records of and provide back-up when needed to ensure no back log of entries exist.
• Maintain and update, as necessary, Cemetery Rules, Regulations and Cemetery Fees.
• Prepares annual budget and submits to Director of Parks & Recreation . Presents budget to Council if directed.
• Responsible for responding to complaints from Citizens and Funeral Homes or other vendors/contractors related to Cemetery.
• Overseeing the preparation of gravesites for burials and fill-ins after services
• Responsible for burial sale processing
• Perform opening or closing and maintaining of graves in accordance with state regulations.
• In case of emergency or crisis situation, position is required to respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Responsible for Cemetery public relations in coordination with City’s Public new Cemetery flyers or brochures.
• Required to work weekends, On-call and holiday work when necessary.
• Perform other duties not specifically.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of traffic laws relating to signage and transport of hazardous chemicals (including gasoline, lawn chemicals, etc.), and signage. Skill in operating power tools, tractors, mowers, high pressure cleaning equipment, surveying instruments, gas trimmers, gas blowers, and manual or automatic vehicles.
• Ability to type 35 wpm with accuracy, create and update spreadsheets, and use database programs on a computer to maintain accurate records. Application of sound decision making and effective managerial skills.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to follow directions, perform assigned duties timely and effectively while working carefully and complying with safety rules.
• Ability to work independently and confidentially without close supervision.
• Ability to project a good public image and maintain effective customer relations. Interact courteously with the public, officials, supervisors and co-workers.
• Willingness and ability to exercise sound judgment, and perform at an acceptable level of efficiency and productivity. Ability to supervise and work with other personnel.
• Ability to maintain acceptable attendance record.
• Ability to read, comprehend, implement, and complete written and/or oral directions in English.
• Ability to work independently and confidentially without close supervision.
• Ability and willingness to understand and comply with the City’s policies, regulations and procedures; exercise sound judgment; perform at an acceptable level of efficiency and productivity as determined by the City’s management; and support the departments and the City’s mission, goals, and objectives.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Use of both arms, legs, and hands with majority of fingers, good vision (corrected), good hearing (corrected), ability to lift and load 45lbs., walking, standing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, balancing, climbing and stooping. Environmental Conditions: Constant work outside, alone or closely with others in or with moving objects, during adverse weather conditions, high noise, and vibrations .

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree in Related Field (Business, Mortuary Science, Management) Preferred. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. (1) year of Experience in cemetery, park maintenance, or operation of park grounds, building, and/or operate heavy equipment helpful. Supervisory experience and proven management and leadership experience, required. Any combination of education training or experience that would qualify for the position as determined by the City Manager.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Florida Driver’s license (Class E). Commercial Driver's License Class “B” with a passenger endorsement, preferred.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: City of Brooksville is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, City of Brooksville provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

Salary : $5,250