THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE: The City of Owatonna is a growing community strategically placed at the crossroads of I-35 and two major US highways, approximately one hour south of the Twin Cities metro area. The community has a commitment to growth, access to services, and quality of life for its 25,000 residents. Click the link below to learn more about the community this position would have the opportunity to be part of and serve. ABOUT THE PARK MAINTENANCE DIVISION: DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: We believe a great community needs great spaces and places to connect and enjoy. The Park Maintenance Departmentcreates a better tomorrow by maintaining safe and accessible parks and trails to enhance the quality of life in our community. As an organization, our Purpose is tocreate a better tomorrow. We are guided in that work by our organization's 3 Core Values:Better Together,Community Stewardship, andPride in Our Work. In our department, the City's values look and sound like . . . BETTER TOGETHER: Utilizing individual strengths, skills, abilities, and backgrounds while learning from one another Acting as a team player - we carry our weight, support other team members, and look out for one another (both our coworkers and other departments) Working toward shared goals Embracing feedback as an opportunity for growth Praising coworkers for a job well done COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP: Providing a professional and approachable resource for the community Listening to community input and responding appropriately and in a timely manner Putting in the extra effort to maintain parks and trails that outshine other communities Taking care of equipment like it is our own Working with other organizations, building relationships, implementing continuous process improvements, and celebrating the resulting efficiencies PRIDE IN OUR WORK: Paying attention to the little things Holding ourselves to a high standard-we clean sidewalks fully and trails edge to edge Providing outdoor facilities that are accessible and serve ALL in the community Taking satisfaction in the public's utilization and enjoyment of our city parks, trails, and facilities Celebrating our hard work