City Of Rowlett (Tx) Rowlett , TX 75030
Posted 2 weeks ago
Description
Hiring Range:$79,683 - $89,642
Full Pay Range:$79,683 - $ 119,523
Work Schedule:Monday
Thursday, 7:30am
5:30pm
3-day weekends Friday
Benefits at the City of Rowlett Include:
4-day work week
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
Long-term and short-term disability
Flexible spending account
20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity pay
Position Overview:
Under general direction, plans, schedules and supervises all aspects of the parks division including overseeing and coordinating the operations of the Parks division, scheduling and supervising all aspects of grounds maintenance and repair, supervising construction on City parks, developing and administering the Division's budget, and assisting in departmental planning and development of team. Performs related duties as required.
Essential Job Functions
Oversees activities of staff and volunteers by planning, scheduling, evaluating and supervising personnel engaged in ground maintenance activities of the City's park system; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; plans work programs using established agronomic practices to improve and maintain turf; plans new areas or changes in park maintenance in areas of cultivation, grading, and seeding; directs application of fertilizer, herbicides and pesticides. Oversees inspection of turf and parks to designate height and frequency of mowing. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
Prepares and administers the budget by monitoring budget activities, ensuring key financial targets, goals and objectives are met including targets for cost recovery. Prepares and administers contracts for various parks and streetscapes projects, including capital projects and maintenance.
Assists other departments with park-related or streetscape enhancement issues, including plan review, construction observation and policy development. Prepares and presents council memos and reports. Serves on the Development Review Committee and responsible for the implementation of development standards and ordinances related to parks and trails. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscape, Public Administration or related area and five years of experience in parks maintenance, including three years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Other Requirements
A valid Driver's License is required and ability to maintain city driving standards in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee pursuant to City policy.
Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) preferred. Texas Certified Nurseryman required or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment; Licensed Irrigator preferred. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary depending on programs on schedule.
City Of Rowlett (Tx)