Small Parks Assistant Manager

Peoria Park District • Peoria, IL

22d • $32 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Small Parks Manager, the Small Parks Assistant Manager maintains turf, planting beds, athletic fields, courts, irrigation systems, equipment, structures, and other facilities in the small parks. The role also assists with supervising assigned work crews and maintaining work and attendance records. When the Small Parks Manager is absent, the Assistant Manager oversees park maintenance work and crews as instructed. The position supports the Park District’s safety program and may assist other Parks Division maintenance crews during winter.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree in horticulture, park or recreation management, or a related field; or an associate degree in one of these fields and at least two years of park or grounds maintenance experience. Extensive experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
• Some experience operating tractors, irrigation systems, mowing equipment, and machinery used in grounds maintenance.
• Basic understanding of horticulture and equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to supervise seasonal employees.
• Ability to deal effectively with the public and emergency situations, and to work harmoniously with other Park District employees.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must obtain a valid Illinois State driver’s license.
• Must obtain a valid operator’s pesticide spray license.
• Must wear a clean Park District-designated uniform daily.
• Must demonstrate reliability, initiative, courtesy, professionalism, respect, accountability, innovation, adherence to safety procedures, and equitable treatment of internal and external customers.
• Ability to reach, walk, pull, kneel, squat, and bend at the knees and waist; operate power machinery; balance on ladders and uneven surfaces; climb ladders and stairs; apply pesticides safely; and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Park operations experience.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain turf grass, apply pesticides, prepare and maintain planting beds, and perform other landscape maintenance in the parks.
• Keep grounds and structures free of graffiti, litter, and debris.
• Report vandalism promptly to the Small Parks Manager or supervisor in charge, inspect parks for vandalism, and make minor repairs.
• Maintain athletic fields, sand volleyball and tennis courts, and other small-park facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Program, adjust, and make minor repairs to irrigation systems.
• Assist the Park Manager with supervision of workmen assigned to the parks and maintain time, attendance, and other requested records.
• Work with other Parks Division maintenance crews during winter months as needed.
• Direct park maintenance work and crews in the Small Parks Manager’s absence, as instructed.
• Follow applicable safety procedures and support all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid sick days, vacation days, and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participation.
• Health plan.
• Paid life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities for full-time employees and their dependents.

What This Job Offers

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