Park Maintenance Supervisor

City of Campbell•Campbell, CA

About The Position

Under direction, the Park Maintenance Supervisor manages parks, public-facility grounds maintenance, and street right-of-way landscaping programs, and performs related work as required. The position manages the Park Maintenance Section of the Public Works Department Maintenance Division in collaboration with the Division Manager, overseeing employees, operations, budgets, supplies, equipment, maintenance contracts, and service to the public. The supervisor also serves as a resource on horticultural and pesticide-control matters and may attend Commission and Council meetings as required.

Requirements

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in parks and tree maintenance, including at least three years in a supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of parks and landscape maintenance operations, including methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in park and tree maintenance.
Knowledge of planting and cultivation of trees, plants, and turf, and of pests, diseases, and control methods and materials.
Knowledge of management and supervision principles and safe work practices.
Ability to manage park maintenance programs and supervise personnel.
Ability to interpret and explain departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to develop cost estimates for outside contracts and develop and recommend systems and procedures for park operations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, including with advisory bodies as required.
Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and read and interpret work plans and blueprints.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and read written reports.
Ability to use a mobile device to read, respond, and input data in automated work order management system software.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as needed to perform assigned duties, including lifting and moving 50 pounds.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

College-level training in a related field.
An associate degree in horticulture, landscape design, or a related field of study.
State of California Agricultural Pest Control Advisor License.

Responsibilities

Manage the Park Maintenance Section of the Public Works Department Maintenance Division in collaboration with the Division Manager.
Plan, organize, assign, supervise, and evaluate the Section’s work.
Monitor park and landscape maintenance operations and activities, recommend improvements, and prepare reports.
Participate in budget preparation, prepare cost estimates, submit equipment justifications, and assist with preparing and monitoring the parks services budget.
Coordinate work with other departments and provide staff support for special events or as necessary.
Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools; and prepare equipment procurement documents.
Respond to the public, provide information, investigate complaints, and recommend corrective action.
Assist in staff selection and promotion, and supervise and train Park Maintenance Section staff.
Administer landscape and janitorial maintenance contracts and evaluate and report on staff and contractor performance.
Monitor the condition of park and recreation facilities.
Serve as a resource for horticultural and pesticide-control matters.
Prepare reports and maintain records and other performance information.
Attend Commission and Council meetings as required.
Perform other related duties as required.