Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate assigned programs and activities within the Park Management Division including scheduling and planning maintenance, repair and renovation of City parks and related recreational property; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Parks Superintendent.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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Provide staff assistance to the Division Manager and Parks and Recreation Director; participate on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
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Evaluate complex designs, technical reports and plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
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Compile data, conduct research regarding park landscape maintenance issues.
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Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.
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Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Park Management Division including scheduling and planning the maintenance, repair and renovation of City parks and related recreational property.
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Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
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Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
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Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned maintenance staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
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Review and critique plans and specifications related to improvements and renovations to division facilities; prepare plans, specifications and renovations as appropriate; review and approve purchase specifications.
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Perform routine physical inspections of division facilities; ensure compliance to applicable park standards.
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Oversee turf maintenance at various parks; ensure proper watering schedules are adhered to; coordinate irrigation system maintenance and repair.
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Select, train, motivate and evaluate division personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
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Participate in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
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Serve as a liaison for the Park Management Division with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
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Provide responsible staff assistance to the Parks Superintendent.
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Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to assigned programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:-
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of park maintenance.
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Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
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Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in planning, landscape architecture, horticulture, or park management; and
Six (6) years experience in landscape construction project development, or park management program development
To include three (3) years direct supervisory experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Possession of a New Mexico Department of Agriculture Public Pesticide Applicator License 3A and 3B within six (6) months from date of hire.
Environmental:
Office and field environment; exposure to dust, dirt, inclement weather conditions, computer screens.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods; travel from site to site.
