Parks Maintenance Manager

City of Sunny Isles Beach • Sunny Isles Beach, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This professional position combines supervisory responsibilities with the application and technical knowledge to manage the Parks Division. The Parks Maintenance Manager establishes goals and objectives, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates the grounds maintenance, repair functions, and cleanliness of the park systems which includes athletic fields, splash pads, community parks, playgrounds, fitness equipment, gymnasium, restrooms, dog parks, and beach access areas. Responsible for overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of public parks and recreational facilities. The financial, material, and personnel resources to accomplish day-to-day operations. Coordinating maintenance, repair, and landscaping projects. Additionally, responsible for purchasing, budget management/preparation, supervision of staff, logistical support for City-wide events and capital improvement projects. Position Scope: This is a management position and an Essential Personnel position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience performing similar duties in facility and/or park maintenance.
• Three (3) years of experience supervising maintenance staff.
• ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
• ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• ICS-700: National Incident Management System: An Introduction
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
• ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-700 must be completed within three (3) months of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work a varying schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First Aid certification.
• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction certification.
• OSHA 10-hour General Industry certification
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• All required certifications must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, and operations of the Parks division.
• Participate in the department's development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures.
• Short-term and long-term planning development for maintenance and improvement of parks and facilities.
• Manages, supervises, and coordinates human resource functions such as recruitment, onboarding, training and staff manuals, employee performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Manages and approves Parks Division biweekly payroll.
• Assists in maintaining and preparing the division budget, preparing and submitting a budget for all city parks.
• Monitors budget expenditures; prepares cost estimates for maintenance and repairs.
• Vendor and Contract Management.
• Collaborating with internal and external vendors or contractors for specialized maintenance tasks.
• Oversee the management of the City’s landscaping contract as it relates to City parks.
• Coordinates beautification projects, schedules performance inspections, and documents deficiencies and/or contractual deficiencies.
• Plans and lays out maintenance works projects; manages inventory of supplies and equipment; prepares documents for equipment procurement; participates in the bid process when needed.
• Manages the use and operation of tools, equipment, and vehicles; ensures that tools, equipment; and vehicles are safely operated, maintained, and secured when not in use; schedules service, repairs, and replacement of tools and equipment.
• Performs project management duties including reviewing specifications, planning procedures for construction based on project start and completion times and determining staff requirements for each phase of the project.
• Procures materials in conformance with project schedules; manages to meet budget and timeline goals.
• Manages the parks division response in the event of a storm or natural disaster.
• Implements the comprehensive emergency management plan, as needed.
• Responsible for tracking and documenting all associated work during a declared state of emergency.
• Maintains files, databases, and records related to park maintenance and operations; prepares a variety of written reports, memos, and correspondences.
• Ensures compliance with all health and safety program rules, procedures, and protocols; ensures subordinates follow safety policies and procedures; enforces proper safety precautions; educates employees on rules; regulations, safe work habits, and potential hazards presented by their work environments.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to complaints and inquiries from residents, other departments, and agencies; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues
• Participates in the coordination and implementation of city special events, classroom set ups, and facility maintenance.
• Ensures compliance with all city, state, and federal regulations related to environmentally sensitive land
• Performs any other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee must be available to work the City’s four signature events annually including City Anniversary, Egg Scramble, B ooo gie by the Beach, and Winter Fest. Dates are provided annually.
• There is a one-year probationary period.
• It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain their licenses and/or certifications as a job requirement.
• Background screenings are conducted through the Clearinghouse @ https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager