Supervisory field and office work in directing subordinate staff and/or performing skilled and semiskilled labor which includes work in maintenance and operations of parks, athletic turf and ornamental landscaping, equipment operation, construction, facility maintenance and inspections, irrigation work, providing customer services to park patrons, supervising campground reservations, and other assignments to areas of service within the Martin County Parks and Recreation department. Exercises considerable independent judgment and discretion in performance of duties. Reports to the Parks Safety and Operations Administrator, Parks Superintendent, and/or designee.
In the event of a natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.(Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)
Requisitions and inventories materials and supplies for the operation and maintenance of the park.
Performs manual labor duties of Parks Services Specialist series.
Provides data on projects planned and equipment needed to assist in budget preparation.
Prepares periodic reports on all phases of park operations.
Provides direct supervision and training to subordinate park personnel.
Evaluates performance, makes merit recommendations and provides input into selection decisions and disciplinary actions.
Provides direction and information to crews working on repair projects.
Monitors contract compliance and works with contractors to ensure all work is complete, thorough and acceptable.
Supervises Park Services Specialists series and supervises proper completion of daily work management reports, completes employee and park patron accident and incident reports.
Performs and records safety and quality inspections.
Inspects park lands, playgrounds, structures and other park facilities for potential safety hazards.
Ensures adequate and timely surveillance to facilities to remove and or repair any potentially hazardous conditions
Works weekends, nights, holidays and during declared emergencies
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Significant knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of park facilities and equipment.
Sufficient horticultural knowledge to understand propagation of landscaping materials.
Significant knowledge of safety precautionary measures.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of park management.
Knowledge of pesticides and their applications.
Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinates in a variety of parks occupations.
Ability to work with community service and inmate workers.
Ability to interact with the public effectively and tactfully.
Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.
Ability to prepare and submit detailed reports of park operations.
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to use and be familiar with computer software programs including: Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.
Ability to handle cash and use credit card machines, point of sale equipment and other related monetary transactions.
Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and deal tactfully and diplomatically with the general public.
Must possess an Associate's Degree in Parks Management, Agriculture, Grounds Maintenance or closely related field and three (3) years' experience in park management or supervision with a strong background and responsible experience in grounds/ facility maintenance and personnel management.
Additional qualifying education and/or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Possession of a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (A, B, or C) within 90 days of hire may be required depending on job assignment and department discretion.
This position is eligible for an incentive pay increase upon successful attainment of the hazardous materials (Hazmat) endorsement. The incentive will remain in effect as long as the endorsement is active. If the endorsement lapses or is removed, the incentive pay will be discontinued until the endorsement is reinstated.
May be required to obtain Limited Certification for Governmental Pesticide Applicators within (6) months of hire depending on assignment.
Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) preferred.
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.
Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
Ability to lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds.
Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to use hands to fingers; handle or feel; operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasional balancing, kneeling, sitting, pushing, pulling, repetitive hand motion, holding/flagging.
Frequent standing, turning, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching/working overhead, lifting, carrying, working speed.
Very frequent walking, handling, speaking, hearing, seeing, driving (vehicle/equip/other), hand/wrist movement.
Constant color vision use, depth perception use.
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.
Work is performed indoors and outdoors.
Involves frequent interaction with people.
Exposure to heat and cold.
Attends meetings or functions inside and outside or in the County-wide parks systems reviewing operations and facilities.
Occasionally exposed to sudden temperature changes and chemicals, working around vibrations and radiant energy.
Frequently inside, dry, wet, odorous (including gases/fumes), noisy, exposed to mechanical hazards, moving objects/machinery, waves/choppy.
Very frequently outside, hot, humid, dusty, dirty, working with adequate lighting, exposed to insects, working with irregular and slippery surfaces.
This position is included in the County’s Hearing Conservation Program due to routine exposure to high noise levels. Employees in this role are expected to wear hearing protection and participate in periodic hearing evaluations, in alignment with best practice guidelines based on OSHA recommendations.
