Field Supervisor - Park Operations

Position Summary:Essential Job Functions:

• Review and respond to all service requests. Document and compile monthly reports, daily work orders and park audits of all projects.
• Inspect all work in progress and completed by staff and outside contractors.
• Monitor expenditures and procurement of parts and supplies. Maintain records of equipment inventory, materials and supplies ordered and pesticides used.
• Oversee and evaluate maintenance and care needs of City parks and facilities including mowing and spraying City grounds, litter collection and pest control.
• Oversee preventive maintenance on equipment to assure equipment is in proper working order.
• Interview and hire prospective employees.
• May perform duties of subordinate staff members as needed.
• Conduct performance evaluations on employees. Train and counsel staff to achieve departmental goals.

Minimum Education & Work Experience :  High School Diploma or GED  5 years related experience  1 year experience in a leadership or supervisory role Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills:

• 5-7 years of landscape, grounds and maintenance upkeep experience
• 1-2 years experience in a leadership or supervisory role in park maintenance

• Skill using a variety of computer programs to generate reports including Microsoft Office’s Excel, Word and Outlook
• Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and safety methods and procedures
• Skill using a variety of tools and equipment appropriate to the work assigned
• Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of turf and landscape management and Playground inspections
• Extensive knowledge of pesticide and chemical application safety practices and procedures
• Ability to organize materials, equipment and subordinates in the completion of projects

Licenses & Certifications:  Valid Class C Texas driver's license required  Texas Department of Agriculture Pest Control Board License or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire  *National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) certificate as a Certified Pool Operator  *Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Irrigation License  *Certified Playground Safety Inspector Certification *(1 or more may be required as it applies to specific districts) Physical Tasks & Working Conditions: The incumbent works with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold, rain, humidity, insects, noxious odors, fumes, and physical stress from exertion and lifting. Exposed to physical exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Competencies: Adaptability/Flexibility Communication Customer Service Managing Conflict Negotiation Skills People Development Planning Team Leadership