Park Operations Supervisor

About the role

This position will oversee various parks, trails, and open spaces in El Paso County’s south park district. In this rewarding leadership role, you'll oversee daily maintenance and operations while leading a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional park experiences.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates maintenance activities for the Division, including grounds maintenance and facility or equipment maintenance, and construction, including turf and irrigation maintenance, horticulture activities, minor construction, facility cleaning, and trash collection.
• Provides supervision, mentorship, guidance, and training to staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations and motivates employees to reach peak productivity and performance; participates in the hiring and disciplinary process.
• Covers maintenance and construction activities with other crews, volunteers, County departments and divisions, other organizations, and the public as necessary.
• Ensures work is performed according to maintenance goals and guidelines.
• Coordinates with Division Leadership concerning equipment, materials, and staffing needs and requirements.
• Interprets and implements procedures and standards for the maintenance and completion of assigned operations.
• Reviews progress and recommends changes in priorities and schedules.
• Tours district facilities on an ongoing basis and identifies necessary repairs.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of landscaping, forestry, arboriculture, and horticulture.
• Extensive knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of park areas and facilities.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs.
• Knowledge of Park Operations Division programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively supervise and train staff and ensure that assignments are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner.
• Ability to safely operate light and heavy equipment; ability to operate a road grader, skid loader, box-blade, or tractor.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish working relationships with co-workers, County staff, and the public.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to identify problems and develop and recommend resolutions to management.
• Ability to create a positive atmosphere and environment that fosters teamwork.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Four years of progressively responsible work experience in maintenance or construction.
• Two years of supervisory or leadership experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of park areas and facilities.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs.
• Knowledge of Park Operations Division programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively supervise and train staff and ensure that assignments are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner.
• Ability to safely operate light and heavy equipment; ability to operate a road grader, skid loader, box-blade, or tractor.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish working relationships with co-workers, County staff, and the public.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to identify problems and develop and recommend resolutions to management.
• Ability to create a positive atmosphere and environment that fosters teamwork.

Benefits

El Paso County will provide a competitive compensation package, including a hiring range of $80,000.00 - $87,000.00 annually, and an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Thursday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm. This position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

$80,000.00 - $87,000.00 annually

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm