Grounds Supervisor
Zoological Society•Pittsburgh, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
This position works as part of the grounds management team to supervise and direct collective bargaining unit staff and seasonal employees to accomplish zoo and departmental goals.
Requirements
- High School diploma
- three years related experience
- Previous supervisory experience
- excellent written/oral communication skills
- interpersonal skills
- conflict resolution skills
- working knowledge of Microsoft software
- Valid PA driver’s license
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes and implements the day to day affairs of the grounds department.
- Participates in the development of departmental goals, objectives and procedures.
- Supervises and directs unionized and seasonal staff to maintain cleanliness of all restrooms park wide, all public areas in the park, and all glass and acrylic surfaces.
- Oversees the removal of trash from all areas of the park.
- Coordinates preparations for rentals, special events, etc.
- Trains and monitors staff in accomplishing custodial functions.
- Coordinates annual training exercises for unionized staff in grounds procedures and equipment.
- Participates in the hiring process for regular, seasonal, and temporary employees.
- Assists in setting up and maintaining a zoo wide recycling program.
- Coordinates the collection and removal of organic waste.
- Supervises and coordinates the weekly disbursement of goods and supplies.
- Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies.
- Assists zoo departments with setup of rental/group events.
- Supervises snow and ice removal by unionized staff and an outside contractor.
- Provide monthly reports to the grounds management team on accomplishments of departmental goals and objectives.
- Administers a daily staff startup meeting.
- Maintains a working knowledge of the Bargaining union agreement and assists in the enforcement of the agreement.
- Exercises initiative in keeping informed on developments in the field and providing quality customer service.
- Prepares reports, records and correspondence for the grounds management team as directed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned and directed.
- Answers visitor inquiries or finds someone who can.
- Is knowledgeable of location of exhibits, restrooms, concessions, rentals, etc.
- Disposes of litter and waste throughout the park and zoo facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
