Park Maintenance Supervisor

Summary

Plans, supervises, and coordinates the operation and maintenance of city parks and recreational areas.

Essential Functions

• Plan, assign, and coordinate the work of crews engaged in maintaining park facilities;
• Interview, hire, and evaluate subordinate employees;
• Supervise activities such as turf maintenance, irrigation, fertilization, weed control, and maintenance of playgrounds and athletic fields;
• Assist in developing work standards and inspect work in progress;
• Assist in preparing department maintenance budget;
• Assist in development and presentation of safety training and other training programs;
• Order necessary tools, equipment, and materials;
• Meet with civic groups and coordinate volunteer efforts;
• Prepare reports for management;
• Answer citizen questions and complaints;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a bachelor degree in park maintenance, horticulture, or landscape architecture with an additional three to five years landscape maintenance experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The methods, tools, and materials used in planting, cultivating, and caring for plants;
• Plant diseases and control;
• Power equipment used in park maintenance and of construction crafts required in maintenance of park building, grounds, and facilities.

• Schedule and direct the work of subordinates;
• Keep records and make reports;
• Establish and maintain effective relations with the public;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Prepare and administer a budget.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift
• Frequently push and pull objects
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees
• Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle