Parks Supervisor at City of Greenfield – Greenfield, Wisconsin

The Parks Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of related work crews and implementation of maintenance programs and development projects, recommends Park Division needs, staffing requirements, and equipment/supplies to be purchased and assists in the overall planning, development and maintenance of City park lands, Community Center, and recreational facilities as well as other public areas/facilities that may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed within are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform essential functions.

• Supervises progress of daily maintenance or development project work within assigned City areas and recreational facilities. Oversees the maintenance, preparations, and use of The City Market and The Amp.
• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, schedules, directs, and assists with reviews the work performance of staff in park and playground maintenance and repair. Assists with the selection of part-time/seasonal employees, training staff and conducting safety programs, monitoring work in progress and evaluating job performance.
• Establishes and maintains a high level of cleaning/custodial standards in all facilities, including development and use of evaluation and quality assurance measures; assigns and evaluates related staff and oversees any maintenance agreements to ensure compliance.
• Initiates or approves invoices for payment; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time; maintains inventory of materials, supplies and equipment.
• Administers and enforces policies, work rules and regulations consistent with City policy.
• Assists in preparation of budget and resource allocation of equipment and materials based on maintenance and safety standards and user needs, and maintains accurate records material and equipment use.
• Conducts regular inspection tours of grounds and facilities and evaluates maintenance procedures on a regular basis.
• Assists in the development of project and equipment specifications, inspects and maintains inventory and maintenance records of all vehicles and equipment used by the department, and recommends equipment and materials to be purchased. Confers with the Director of Parks & Recreation as to scheduling major capital improvements involving parks and recreation facilities.
• Assists in maintaining and recommends park plantings for new and redesigned sites.
• Coordinates and supervises set-up and clean-up for City-wide festivals and other special events; coordinates with community service organizations on the planning and set-up needs for each event.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, other departments and the general public.
• Respond to citizen’s concerns, problems or complaints in a timely manner, maintaining a customer service philosophy that is responsive and strives to improve park safety, security and accessibility.
• Prepares written reports of Park Division activities, correspondence and work assignments.
• Assists the City Forester in the coordination of park-related tree planting projects and coordinates planting of trees, shrubs, flowers and related projects on properties within Park and Recreation Department jurisdiction.
• Works cooperatively with Recreation Supervisors to support program facility/equipment needs.
• Works cooperatively with other city agencies/officials, community groups and school districts
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, evaluate and communicate work related assignments and customer service to full-time and part-time staff.
• Works closely with the Recreation and office staff on the scheduling and set up of facilities for recreation programs and community events sponsored by the City and community organizations.
• Schedules and prepares set up/take down of supports systems and staffing for community center and park shelter rentals and community events.
• Oversees snow and ice control operations within the park system and ensures they are completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Develop and implement park division and departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises and assigns the activities of Parks Maintenance Coordinators, part-time and seasonal maintenance employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assistance with interviewing, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed within are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform essential functions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are established within each department to meet operational requirements. Ability to be accessible by cell phone and/or to report to the worksite outside of regular office hours, including, but not limited to, nights, weekends, holidays, etc. Ability to work nights, weekends, overtime, and odd hours when situations require such duty.

Travel
This position requires minimal travel.

Required Education/Training and Experience
Degree in Park Management, Forestry, Landscape Architecture or a related field preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and increasingly responsible experience which provides knowledge of park operations and maintenance, general building and electrical maintenance, grounds and turf maintenance, athletic field maintenance, park equipment maintenance and construction, fleet equipment maintenance, landscape design, weed/insect control, and tree/shrub/flower planting and care.

Preferred Education/Training and Experience
B.A., B.S. or Master’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Landscape Architecture or a related field, or any equivalent combination of training and increasingly responsible experience which provides knowledge of park operations and maintenance, general building and electrical maintenance, grounds and turf maintenance, athletic field maintenance, park equipment maintenance and construction, fleet equipment maintenance, landscape design, weed/insect control, and tree/shrub/flower planting and care.

The City of Greenfield reserves the right to utilize equivalencies where deemed appropriate with regard to education and experience requirements and may consider combinations of education and experience likely to lead to success with essential duties and responsibilities.

Other Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Possession and maintenance of a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. Ability to deal diplomatically with the public, departmental employees and other city departments. Must possess a current Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator license category 3 (Turf and Landscape). CPR, AED and First Aid certifications required.

Preferable Certificates/Licenses
Certified Playground Safety Inspector or ability to obtain within one year of employment. National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA); Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP); Wisconsin Parks & Recreation Association (WPRA) membership.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Possess the physical capacity to perform the duties of the position including, but not limited to, the following: frequent sitting, walking and standing; active listening; occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.; frequent stretching/reaching of arms; frequent arching of neck; occasional physical exertion moving, pulling, or pushing objects or materials up to 50 lbs.; ability to continuously bend, kneel, twist, stoop, squat, sit, etc.; and the ability to focus for long periods of time on projects or while working on computers.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions ranging from extremely hot to moderate to extremely cold conditions.

Equipment Used
In general: telephone, calculator, copy machine, computer terminal, appropriate software, fax machine, measuring devices, first aid equipment and two-way radios. Job specific: dump truck, cargo van, pick-up trucks, tractors, front-end loader, and snow plows, none of which shall require a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). Various landscaping tools are also utilized which do not require a CDL.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Thoroughness
• Detail Orientated
• Technical Capacity
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Organization Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Collaboration Skills
• Customer Relations Focus
• Excellent Math Skills

Language and Reasoning Abilities:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general instructions and technical procedures and government regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from elected officials, co-workers and the general public.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to speak Spanish or a second language is preferred.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to do basic mathematics which includes the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to calculate and use percentages.

Pre-Employment Requirements:
Applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical exam and drug screening. Applicants may be fingerprinted and a record check made of local, state or federal authorities. A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.

Salary And Benefits:
Wages and benefits are determined by the existing non-represented resolution.

AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of the City of Greenfield not to discriminate unlawfully against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, disability, national origin, creed, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, membership in the military or national guard, use of a lawful product while off duty, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest, or conviction record or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or other compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. This City further agrees to take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities.