Parks Superintendent

City of Columbia•Columbia, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position plans, directs and participates in the development, construction and maintenance of City parks and recreational facilities; and performs related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. The incumbent plans, organizes and implements programs within major organizational policies, reporting program progress to executive-level administration through reports and conference. The work is considered light in nature and involves walking or standing much of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals; and involves critical situations that major decisions involving people, resources, and property.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation or closely related field
Five (5) years of relevant prior experience
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Plans, directs and participates in the development, construction and maintenance of City parks and recreational facilities to meet the recreational needs of the community
Supervises division staff. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel, selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending and implementing employee discipline and discharge
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed
Ensures staff compliance with all department and City policies and procedures, standards of quality and safety, and all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations
Assists in developing strategic plans to help the department meet the growing recreation needs of the community
Prepares and administers assigned operating and construction budgets; prepares related records and reports
Coordinates the design and construction of park facilities and the acquisition of land for park projects; prepares project specifications and budgets; participates in the solicitation and selection of bids for projects; administers project contracts; serves as liaison to consultants, engineers, architects, contractors and others involved in park projects
Plans, supervises and participates in building, landscape and athletic field maintenance
Inspects grounds and facilities for security and safety, and takes appropriate steps to ensure the safety of all staff and citizens and the protection of City recreational property
Procures necessary equipment, materials and supplies
Inspects motorized, construction, cleaning and grounds maintenance equipment; initiates repairs when necessary
Coordinates activities and programs with those of other divisions, departments and other agencies as appropriate
Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility
Attends meetings, workshops, training, etc., as necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills
Performs other related duties as assigned