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THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status). Position Description ENTRY SALARY: $53,662.26 CURRENT LISTING IS FOR DOWNTOWN LANDSCAPE Under limited direction, the Parks Service Supervisor I oversees, supervises, leads, directs, and ensures the quality of maintenance and repair for the City's Parks, playgrounds, and other public amenities

Monitors contracts, maintains consistent communication, and evaluates quality of work. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervises, oversees, and schedules the work of all Park Service Technicians; prioritizes job importance, communicates pertinent information to job crews, facilitates proper equipment usage, and coordinating job crews in the event of an emergent scheduling change.

Performs extensive administrative duties for the department; purchases card receipts, creates purchase orders, contacts vendors, monitors inventory, performs inspections, and manages staff direction and teamwork; prepares schedules for parks maintenance, communicates special maintenance requests, and addresses safety concerns. Delegates, assigns, and supervises crews in the field performing tasks on specific job sites; provides direction, guidance, and training; manages payroll and time cards for all personnel and evaluates for accuracy; provides performance review and feedback. Leads, directs, oversees, and supervises the various contracts providing landscape, fountain, tree, and pressure washing services for the City; monitors the bid process, tracks all billing, BPOs and invoices, and maintains constant communication with all contractors to ensure quality and timely performance of tasks; orders inventories and keeps control of supplies.

Oversees and monitors the servicing of landscaped areas of the parks and recreation department; ensures mowing, trimming, weeding, and assisting with irrigation; assists with irrigation service and repair, chemical applications, and other landscaping tasks. Performs and oversees the general maintenance in relation to grounds, facility, and park amenities; services, cleans, and monitors the condition of the public restrooms within the parks department and facilities. Tracks, monitors, and keeps records of all trucks, mowers, trailers, and small equipment; creates documents and equipment checklists submits and schedules equipment for service and repairs as needed.

Performs tasks involving the use of hand tools, power tools and equipment, and the operation of City vehicles such as pickup trucks and small dump trucks. Keeps informed on the latest information, equipment, and standards relating to CDL endorsements, Confined Space, Blood Borne Pathogens, Lock Out Tag Out, Right to Know, PPE, Job Site Hazards, OSHA standards, and safety and equipment usage. Advises and provides information to employees regarding programs, policies, and procedures related to the various training issues and concerns; coordinates with other departments on various means of training Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid State driver's license is required. Education and Experience: High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate PLUS three (3) years experience as a laborer in the care and maintenance of parks or other similar grounds and one (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Supplemental Information Knowledge of - Proper landscape, athletic field, and grounds maintenance procedures Athletic field layouts, turf grasses, and irrigation techniques Layout of softball and baseball diamonds Hand and power tools and equipment Personnel Management and supervisory techniques Scheduling and coordinating work of department staff OSHA rules and regulations Safety laws, codes, regulations, and compliancy agencies Department policies and protocols Equipment maintenance practices and methods Skill in - Operating and using hand and power tools, small trucks and other equipment Managing, scheduling, and coordinating athletic fields, tournaments, and programs Working with contractors and other vendors Establishing and maintaining good relationships Preparing and presenting training presentations Preparing and creating clear records and reports Reading, understanding, and applying warning labels Dealing tactfully with customers Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines Operating a computer with general proficiency