Salary: $76,336.00 - $114,483.20 AnnuallyLocation : Cologne Public Works Headquarters, MNJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 02798-2Division: Public WorksDepartment: ParksOpening Date: 11/25/2024Closing Date: 12/20/2024 4:30 PM CentralJOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, this position supervises the administration, budgeting, and management of the parks and trail system, including management of maintenance personnel, management of built and natural resources, support and coordination with park operations, recreation services, and administration.Interviews for this position for the selected candidates will be held January 6th and 7th. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISION
- Supervise full-time, part-time, temporary, contracted and intern personnel including scheduling work and training sessions, approving absences, evaluating performance, monitoring career development, training, hiring, and dealing with performance issues.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT/PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION
- Direct and oversee preparation of strategic maintenance plans for the parks and facilities grounds system.
- Develop and implement maintenance operations policies and best management practices (BMP's) for facilities, parks grounds maintenance and site infrastructure maintenance, regional trails, natural resources, personnel safety and protocol on the job.
- Administer and oversee implementation of the grounds and site infrastructure-related maintenance and deferred maintenance programs.
- Direct the preparation of contracts.
- Serve on the Public Works fleet committee to provide feedback and assistance to the Fleet Management function on the selection, use, maintenance and replacement of County vehicles and equipment.
- Serve on the Public Works Safety committee to provide feedback and assistance to the Public Works Safety Committee to review safety concerns, improve upon BMP's.
- Prepare and manage an annual maintenance program work plan for the department.
- Manage the parks system following the direction of the Master Plans.
- Manage the parks maintenance operations and facilities program of grounds, structures, landscape, and natural areas.
- Manage natural resources of the department.
- Administer safety programs and inspections for park facilities and grounds.
- Prepare an annual work program
BUDGET/FUNDING
- Administer the budget for park maintenance, natural resources management, deferred maintenance and annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
- Prepare the annual operating budget request for the maintenance programs for submission to the Parks and Recreation Director. Manage operations budget for maintenance programs.
- Develop and recommend to the Parks and Recreation Director the deferred maintenance projects and cost estimates for the five-year Carver County Capital Improvement Program Budget.
- Provide Capital Equipment Program assistance to Fleet for the purchase of new and replacement equipment for Parks and County use.
- Provide input and direction for the park's grounds and improvement programs with respect to facilities, grounds, landscaping, trails, and natural resource areas.
- Make applications for grant funding in areas facilities, grounds, equipment, natural resource area restoration and management.
COORDINATION
- Prepare and present analysis and recommendations to the Park and Recreation Director and drafts Request for Board Action to County Board of Commissioners.
- Develop partnerships with organizations and individuals such as; the Minnesota service groups and Department of Natural Resources. Coordinate cooperative projects and tasks with County departments.
OTHER
- Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•Bachelor's Degree in Forestry, Park Management, Horticulture, Natural Resource Management, Park and Recreation or related field and three (3) years experience in recreation services or park operations.or•Associate's Degree in a related field and five (5) years experience in recreation services or park operations.or•High school diploma/GED and seven (7) years experience in recreation services or park operations.and•A Valid Minnesota driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:•Two years of experience directing and leading staff•Current Class A or B Commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, background investigation, and pre-placement physical. 01 What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Highschool diploma/GED
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- None of the above
02 Do you have a degree in Forestry, Park Management, Horticulture, Natural Resource Management, Park and Recreation, or a related field?
03 If you answered yes, please indicate the type of degree and area of study. If you answered no, please indicate N/A. 04 How many years of recreation services or park operations do you have?
- None/less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 7 years
- 7 or more years
05 Do you have a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility?
06 Do you currently hold a CDL License?
- Yes, Class A
- Yes, Class B
- No
07 Which of the below best reflects the area of study of your degree?
- Natural Resource Management
- Park and Recreation
- Park Management
- Environmental Services
- Forestry
- Wildlife Management
- Turf Management
- GIS
- None of the above
08 How many years of supervisory experience in a related field do you have?
- None/less than 2 years
- 2 years, less than 4 years
- 4 or more years
09 How many years of experience do you have in Park Maintenance?
- None/ less than 3 years
- 3 years, less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
10 How many years of experience do you have in forestry?
- None/ less than 3 years
- 3 years, less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
11 Please indicate the areas below in which you have work experience. Please ensure that the work history portion of your application supports your answer. Select all that apply:
- Project Management (Successfully completed two or more projects exceeding a value of $50,000)
- Use of Arc GIS or comparable (2 or more years)
- Preparing and submitting grant applications
- None of the above
12 If you indicated experience above, please describe it below. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A. 13 Please indicate the areas in asset management in which you have work experience. Please ensure that the work history portion of your application supports your answer. Select all that apply:
- Experience creating or maintaining a pavement management program
- Experience creating or maintaining a building maintenance program
- Experience performing safety inspections of park grounds and facilities
- None of the above
14 If you indicated experience above, please describe it below. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A. 15 Please indicate the types of software training, course work, or experience you have as indicated below. Please ensure that the work history portion of your application supports your answer. Select all that apply:
- Facility/asset management software
- ESRI ArcGIS
- Project Management Software
- None of the above
16 If you indicated software knowledge above, please state the software name(s) below for each area. Also indicate how you used the software and level of experience (beginner, competent, proficient). If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A. 17 Which of the below certifications do you hold? Please ensure that the work history portion of your application supports your answer. Select all that apply:
- Certified Playground Safety Certificate
- Certified Tree Inspector
- Certified Weed Inspector/Applicators license
- CPR/First Aid
- I have none of the above certifications
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