Parks Coordinator I - Parks & Recreation

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

2d•$26 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Parks Coordinator I is a trades construction role responsible for outdoor installations, design, repairs, and retrofitting at Pima County Parks & Recreation locations. The position leads and guides staff performing concrete, fencing, earth work, tree trimming and removal, light welding, and work involving CDL-type vehicles and heavy equipment. Duties also include repairs to park facilities, plan review and design, and oversight of major internal projects. The selected candidate must be willing to work outdoors in the elements; the posting estimates that the position is outdoors at least 90% of the time while on duty. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement is required. The role participates in skilled operations and preventive maintenance of park grounds, complex facilities, irrigation systems, equipment, and other park assets. It may also involve work in natural resource areas, including environmentally sensitive locations, historic restoration, habitat restoration, erosion control, and invasive-species work. Work assignments may vary according to departmental needs.

Requirements

Five years of direct journey-level work experience in parks and recreation, landscape management, facility operations, or a related field, as determined by the department head; relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
Alternatively, two years of experience with Pima County as a Parks Specialist I or II.
Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement is required as stated in the position description. The supplemental information also specifies a valid Arizona commercial driver's license, Class A, B, or C, with appropriate endorsements.
Valid driver's license at the time of application and valid Arizona driver's license at appointment; the supplemental information specifies an Arizona Class D license at application or before completion of initial/promotional probation.
Must maintain any required CDL; failure to maintain required licensure may be grounds for termination.
Must satisfy applicable state and federal physical requirements and rules for CDL positions, including drug and alcohol testing.
Must complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, including verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
Must complete a post-offer physical and/or drug screen.
Must provide proof of immunization(s) and/or undergo TB screening after a job offer.
Physical abilities include bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping, grasping, fine movement, and speaking and hearing in person, by phone, or on a radio, including in noisy areas.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and machinery, distinguish colors, and have depth perception and peripheral vision.
Frequently lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
Qualifying education and experience must be documented in the application’s Education and Work Experience sections.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of journey-level experience grading, forming, pouring, and finishing concrete.
At least two years of journey-level experience loading, securing, transporting, and using heavy equipment in the field to excavate, trench, and grade.
At least two years of journey-level experience installing commercial fencing, including chain link, field, wildlife, and bollards.
Experience with large-tree pruning and complete tree removal.
Experience with basic welding projects.
At least one year of supervisory experience.
Experience with or knowledge of training in OSHA, ADOSH, and AZDOT regulations and compliance.
Experience using a computer for email, Excel spreadsheets, work-order documents, and reports.
Some positions require an Arizona Department of Agriculture Office of Pesticide Management Certified Applicator license (Core and Category #3—Ornamental and Turf) at appointment or before completion of initial/promotional probation.

Responsibilities

Participate in skilled operational and preventive maintenance of complex facilities, equipment, and systems.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance of park grounds, complex facilities, irrigation systems, and equipment.
Operate a variety of tools and specialized equipment, including equipment for which a CDL may be required.
Perform quality-control analysis on equipment, supported systems, turf management, ball-field preparation, and other park assets.
Assist with the setup and maintenance of park amenities, including fencing, trails, and recreational facilities.
Lead, delegate, and supervise Parks Specialists I and II, Parks Technicians I and II, and volunteer staff on maintenance or project activities.
Maintain activity, operations, service, and usage records for supported vehicles, equipment, and systems.
Prepare oral and written reports on daily operations and project status.
Support contractor activities by reporting on-site observations to supervisors.
May lead and train team members in skilled maintenance in natural resource areas, including historic restoration, equestrian complexes, camping facilities, ponds, trails, adobe buildings, habitat restoration, erosion control, and invasive-species control.
Perform outdoor installations, design, repairs, and retrofitting; guide staff working on concrete, fencing, earth work, tree trimming and removal, light welding, and heavy-equipment work.