Parks Supervisor

City of Sacramento•Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

To plan, assign, supervise, and review the work of personnel engaged in a variety of park maintenance activities. General supervision is provided by a higher level staff member. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of lower level employees.

Requirements

Knowledge of methods, materials, practices, equipment and tools used in park maintenance work.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in the work, including the use of restricted pesticides for pre-emergent sterilization and growth control.
Knowledge of soil conditioning, plant growth and pruning patterns of shrubs and trees.
Knowledge of minor park maintenance and development construction.
Knowledge of shop operations and small equipment repairs.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, discipline, and performance evaluation.
Ability to plan and organize the work of subordinate personnel engaged in park maintenance work.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Ability to estimate costs and determine personnel and equipment needs.
Ability to identify the varieties of plants, trees, and shrubs used in City parks and the pests and diseases common to them.
Ability to work effectively with employees and the general public.
Ability to supervise, train, discipline, and evaluate subordinates.
Five years of maintenance and/or construction experience in landscaping, horticulture, or park maintenance, including at least three (3) years of lead experience comparable to Park Maintenance Worker II in the City of Sacramento or higher.
Possession of an appropriate California Driver License at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid California Pesticide Applicator's Certificate at the time of appointment is required for some positions.

Responsibilities

Plan, assign, and supervise the work of crews performing a variety of park maintenance and construction work.
Estimate labor and material costs for work to be performed.
Oversee the acquisition and purchase of supplies and materials.
Maintain work times, equipment supply, and material records; make reports of work performed.
Inspect work in progress; assist workers in resolving difficult work problems.
Instruct subordinates in work techniques, use of equipment, and safety precautions and requirements.
Inspect assigned park areas to locate and determine the extent of repairs or maintenance required.
Inspect work of private contractors engaged in park maintenance work for the City.
Assist in budget preparation and administration.
Supervise, train, discipline, and evaluate subordinate employees.
Perform related duties as required.