Park Maintenance Program Supervisor

This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

Grade: 16
Location: Elk Neck State Park, 4395 Turkey Point Road, North East MD 21901 (Cecil County)

About the role

The Park Maintenance Program Supervisor (PMPS) directly or indirectly supervises staff including Park Technicians, Long Term Contractual staff members, seasonal employees, volunteers, and others. Employees in this classification have responsibility for the supervision and maintenance of grounds, facilities, and equipment within a park, forest, or recreation area, provide assistance on new facilities, and perform maintenance work. The PMPS also handles administration including mileage forms, fuel reports, scheduling, approving time, and other administrative tasks as needed and/or assigned. While maintenance is the primary function of this position, employees may occasionally be assigned other operational functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance personnel by providing written and verbal instructions, on-site supervision, and follow-up.
• Perform general maintenance within park facilities such as basic plumbing, minor electrical repairs, grounds maintenance, litter pick-up, and facility maintenance including minor repairs and cleaning of restrooms, administrative buildings, and exhibit buildings.
• Prepare specifications for contracts, procure supplies and materials, track and administer warranty agreements, supervise contractors, and accept projects for the Department of General Services.
• Monitor park maintenance budgets for effective use, resolve maintenance problems, and recommend and review plans.
• Assist with day-to-day park operations, including opening and closing park facilities, assisting with park visitor needs, and helping with special events as required.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to facility emergencies after hours.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Five years of experience in the skilled maintenance or construction trades (e.g., Electrician, Plumber) or experience in the maintenance of a park, forest, or wildlife facility.

• Candidates may substitute education in the field of forestry, wildlife biology, or park management at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours for each year for up to two years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute additional experience at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education up to a maximum of four years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in equipment, facilities, and services classification or specialty codes in the equipment, facilities, and services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience multi-tasking and working independently.
• Experience in small equipment repair and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to use a computer to fill out forms, complete reports, and utilize electronic email.
• Ability to operate tractors and heavy machinery.
• Experience leading work crews or volunteer groups in project completion through verbal and written communications.
• Experience estimating staff requirements and resource needs, procuring equipment and supplies, and completing other project management tasks.
• Experience supervising, scheduling, and evaluating work crews or volunteer groups.
• Operational experience in parks in the event of emergency or facility breakdown.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland (required for duties involving motor vehicle operation).
• Some positions may require a medical examination to certify the ability to perform essential job functions.
• Upon permanent appointment, employees may be required to reside in the county, region, or park to which they are assigned.
• May require a valid operator license for heavy equipment such as bulldozers, back-hoes, payloaders, or tractors.
• May be required to provide a telephone number for emergency contact.
• May be required to attend training and be certified as a water plant operator.
• May be required to lift objects weighing up to 40 or more pounds.

Benefits

State of Maryland benefits.