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PARKS SUPERVISOR

General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision reporting to the Assistant Manager, provides daily supervision of the care, maintenance and operation of one or more of the following: public buildings, public parks, facilities, etc. May supervise the implementation of special event work requests. Ensures crew compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
Performs related supervisory and technical work as required.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
Supervises one of the following: subordinate facility maintenance and park maintenance personnel, community service/inmate workers and volunteers. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintain standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; recommending the selection of new employees; acting on employee problems; recommending employee transfers, promotions, discipline and discharge.
Assists with interviewing and hiring; reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
Conducts inspections; ensures the timely completion of subsequent maintenance and repair work; inspects the athletic facility, playgrounds and parks.
Reviews, schedules and assigns work orders to appropriate personnel.
May be required to apply herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers to city landscapes.
Ensures the availability of adequate and properly working equipment, tools and materials for each assignment. Orders supplies and materials as needed.
May be required to supervise community service program, lock-up program and other special programs as assigned.
Assists in coordinating division activities with those of other departments and agencies.
Assists with setup, monitoring and breakdown of special events.
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints of citizens and City personnel.
Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including maintenance reports, inspection reports, work requests, purchase orders, invoices, price quotations, work schedules, memos, etc.
Receives, reviews and submits records pertaining to annual contracts, bids and maintenance requests; assigns all departmental work projects.
Operates vehicles, high lift, fork lift, trucks, utility trailers, roller, tractors, bobcat, bush hog, various mowers, aerator, backhoe, blowers, edger and a variety of hand and power tools. Exercises care and safety in the use of assigned equipment and vehicles.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other City personnel, subordinates, sales representatives, contractors, community organizations, volunteers, students, customers, parents, various government agencies, and the general public.
Minimum Education and Training
Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by three to five years of experience in facilities/grounds maintenance, landscaping and/or construction, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A playground inspector certification and certification in landscaping or horticulture is desired. Must possess a valid state of Florida driver's license. Must possess or obtain the most current FEMA 100, 200, 700, and 800 Incident Command System certifications within 12 months of appointment to the job.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
Skill Requirements:
Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the City as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Foreman. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
Has knowledge in the areas of facilities and grounds maintenance and repair work, landscaping, irrigation, general construction and renovation. Has knowledge of the standard tools, materials, and practices of the industry. Have skill in the care and use of required tools and equipment.
Is able to plan and supervise the work of others. Has the ability to offer instruction and advice to subordinates regarding departmental policies, methods, and regulations; is able to offer employee training as required.
Is able to perform employee evaluations and to make recommendations based on results.
Has the ability to offer assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Is able to read and interpret relatively complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner. Has knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department.
Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals, and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
Has knowledge of basic mathematics. Has knowledge of the City budget preparation process; is able to ensure department adherence to allocated funds. Has knowledge of and skill in the use of computers for records management.
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including trucks, heavy equipment, mowers, hand and power tools, as well as; computer, adding machine, telephone. Tasks include the ability to exert moderate, though not constant, physical efforts, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of objects and materials of light weight (30 pounds) to moderate weight (up to 50 pounds).
Responsibilities:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct and quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.
Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.
Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work.
Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedure.
Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors.
Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
Working Conditions:
Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Is able to perform work in adverse conditions, including but not limited to exposure to extreme heat and cold, wetness, humidity, traffic hazards, machinery hazards, toxic agents, noise, smoke, dust, pollen, dirt, etc.

Other:
It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start : 05/08/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $25.02