Park Manager I

The Park Manager is responsible for the supervision of the Assistant Park Manager, Park Service Aide, Recreation Service Aide, as well as the safety and supervision of participants in City coordinated functions, such camps, youth programs and events. Responsible for the safety and maintenance of park facilities and enforcement of all park rules and regulations.This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week. Essential Functions: Oversees and manages park facilities, which includes, but is not limited to daily park operations. Prepares schedules and work assignments for part-time employees (Service Aides). Assists with the marketing, advertising, and promotional plans for programs and events of the parks and recreation facilities under his or her supervision. Conducts park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities. Identifies and prevents possible safety hazards or causes of injury. Organizes and administers recreational programming when needed. Supports operations by handling telephone inquiries, greeting visitors, and providing information. Plans, organizes, and directs a wide variety of recreational activities. Enforces safety and other park rules and regulations; administers first aid as required. Manages general maintenance and clean up duties at the park which include, but not limited to, the emptying of trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables, chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning concession area, restrooms and fields. Performs other duties as required and assigned by the Recreation Programs Coordinator. Additional Duties: Performs other related work as required. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING A High School diploma or a GED equivalent. Must possess at least two (2) years of parks & recreation experience. One year of supervisory experience is preferred. Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator's license with an acceptable driving record. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Must have an ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically. Requires limited knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment typically used in recreational work and clean up duties. Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations. Ability to accept, receive, and/or collect payments. Ability to prepare and/or process purchase orders. Ability to be held accountable for inventory/property management. Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems. Ability to use computers for data entry. Ability to use computers for word processing and/or accounting purposes. Ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools. Ability to use or repair medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers. Ability to supervise employees using or repairing heavy or complex machinery. Ability to establish policies for using, acquiring, and/or maintaining heavy or complex machinery. Physical Requirements Ability to crouch, handle, kneel, lift objects, make rational decisions, express ideas through speaking; stand for sustained periods of time; and use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and operating motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Doral