EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Supervise the daily operations of the Parks Division including prioritize projects, assign appropriate staff, and determine necessary equipment; coordinate activities with other departments.
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Supervise and train employees in the implementation of safety standards.
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Provide planning assistance and staffing for set up of special events for Parks & Recreation and other departments.
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Use technical expertise to solve problems with turf, landscape plantings, irrigation systems, field layout, equipment, landscape construction, etc.; assist in park development.
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Oversee contracted operations, assisting in writing specifications, monitor and evaluate contractors' performance.
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Hire, train, supervise, evaluate and motivate career, non-career, and contractual staff; participate in grievance process.
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Cemetery supervisor including locate grave site, meet with citizens to purchase grave sites and supervise cemetery maintenance.
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Develop effective working relationship with and provide assistance to citizen organizations such as the Southfield Historical Society, Little League Baseball, Soccer Clubs, etc.
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Right to Know Coordinator for the Parks Division including updating the MSDS sheets and ensure that the division is in compliance with all State and Federal regulations.
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Supervise snow removal and other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The selection process will include a review of the applicant's experience, criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Each step of the selection process must be passed before the applicant will be considered for advancement to the next step. Applicants will be invited to further participate in the selection process based on the nature and extent of their related experience.
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