Park Supervisor

Travis County•Lago Vista, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Travis County Parks enhances the quality of visitors’ lives through diverse outdoor experiences, connections to regional Texas history and culture, and stewardship of natural resources. We are committed to providing diverse outdoor recreational and educational opportunities for everyone; Preserving natural, historical, and cultural resources; Improving outdoor experiences for everyone; Maintaining clean, safe parks and facilities; Outstanding customer service and hospitality; Innovative approaches to resource conservation. The County’s park system has more than 13,000 acres of parkland including 30 parks, over 85 miles of trails, and a growing network of greenways. This classification is responsible for supervising the park operations and maintenance programs, visitor services, the fee collection system, recreation and sports coordination, environmental education programs, safety programs and resource protection/maintenance programs within a park, preserve and/or park area. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Turf Management, Agriculture, Forestry, Biology, Conservation, Geology, Wildlife Management, or other related Life Science discipline or a directly related field AND two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Minimum of two (2) years of responsible supervisory experience in park operations and maintenance may be substituted for the college degree.
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of natural science, ecology and park operations.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures and methods of assigned function.
Knowledge of Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
Knowledge of land management.
Knowledge of basic principles of bookkeeping or accounting as related to revenue collection.
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in building and grounds maintenance functions.
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in groundskeeping and landscaping functions, including irrigation systems.
Knowledge of cleaning equipment, products, techniques and standards.
Knowledge of emergency procedures, including medical and other procedures.
Knowledge of applicable safety practices and regulations.
Knowledge of computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
Knowledge of business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
Skill in supervising, training, developing, assigning and evaluating staff.
Skill in supervising parks revenue collection and maintenance and custodial operations.
Skill in enforcing rules in a tactful and authoritative manner.
Skill in bookkeeping and math.
Skill in carpentry, painting, plastering, masonry, plumbing, electrical and welding.
Skill in operating grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment.
Skill in using fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides to properly maintain and enhance grounds.
Skill in operating equipment used in sports field maintenance.
Skill in both verbal and written communication, including conveying and following instructions and providing information to the public.
Ability to supervise, motivate, and train staff.
Ability to plan, schedule and oversee parks fee collection, building maintenance and custodial functions.
Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to safely and correctly apply building and grounds maintenance and landscaping techniques, and operate related tools and equipment.
Ability to inspect conditions and recommend effective technical solutions.
Ability to develop educational programs and make presentations.
Ability to manage time well and meet timelines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.
Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Turf Management, Agriculture, Forestry, Biology, Conservation, Geology, Wildlife Management or other related Life Science discipline.
Water Operator's License.
System Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS).
Texas Pesticide and Herbicide Applicator's License.
Certified Parks and Recreation Professional.

Responsibilities

Supervises the park Maintenance and Operations Program.
Monitors and implements routine and cyclic maintenance and repair programs for facilities and grounds, including turf management, electrical, masonry, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, sprinklers, buoys and painting.
Ensures consistency in park maintenance, operations and public safety.
Monitors and implements established standard operating procedures and guidelines for parks.
Assigns and assists with maintenance and repair projects based on annual work plans, facility inspection reports, scheduled events, and safety requirements.
Monitors contracted and in-house construction/repair projects.
Supervises the park area Visitor Services Program.
Supervises entrance and user fee collection program.
Ensures accountability through effective audit program.
Monitors and implements standards and guidelines for providing visitor services.
Ensures that factual and accurate information is provided to park visitors.
Resolves visitor complaints and concerns.
Manages special events and coordinates with park neighbors, other parks, special interest groups, event and tournament organizers, and youth and adult sports organizations/users.
Supervises park operations and maintenance staff.
Interviews, hires, trains, develops, assigns and evaluates employee performance.
Counsels and disciplines employees to improve performance, as required.
Provides training, technical advice and assistance to staff.
Represents the County to the public.
Provides visitor services and interpretive information.
Enforces park rules and may notify proper agencies of medical and other emergencies within the parks.
Oversees the park fee collection process and related system hardware in assigned area.
Ensures revenues are collected, reconciled and deposited efficiently in accordance with rules, procedures and practices.
Oversees maintenance of sports fields and facilities, preserves and other assigned lands.
Answers for the preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment according to established standards and guidelines.
Ensures the maintenance and repair of park facilities, including electrical, masonry, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, sprinklers, buoys and painting.
Assigns and assists with maintenance and repair projects based on annual work plans, facility inspection reports, scheduled events, and safety requirements.
Oversees and coordinates work performed by outside contractors.
Performs quality control on park operations and maintenance work.
Develops standards for work performance, inspects and documents work products, develops and implements strategies to improve products and productivity.
Protects natural resources within parks and preserves.
Participates in endemic and endangered species management programs.
Coordinates with other organizations, as required.
Performs administrative duties, such as quality control, time tickets, line schedules, facility inspection reports, effective and efficient use of resources, writing reports and assisting in development of the budget.
Maintains inventory of materials and supplies and orders additional supplies, as required.
Plans and organizes public educational programs, school programs, volunteer coordination and nature tours in the parks and preserves.
Assists in presenting the programs and leading tours, as required.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.