Parks Coordinator-Cemeteries

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Parks Coordinator performs a variety of responsible work for the City’s Parks and Recreation Department. Work may include assisting with the coordination, planning, and execution of tasks related to parks maintenance and management of the city’s natural resources. This work is performed under intermediate supervision – the incumbent performs a variety of routine work within established procedures and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments; work is reviewed periodically through observation of results achieved and adherence to established policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

NOTE: The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

All Divisions:

Perform Quality Assessment and Quality Control of completed work by contractors and City employees.

Supervise and direct fieldwork as assigned by the division Superintendent or department admin.

Provide input for and complete performance appraisals using an online evaluation system.

Maintain accurate records including work orders, reports, and timesheets.

Perform manual labor related to field operations.

Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

Respond to call back for emergency work as needed.  

Perform other work as assigned.

Forestry:

Assist in planning urban forestry and landscaping projects, including procurement of materials and cost and equipment analysis.

Perform Quality Assessment and Quality Control of completed work by contractors and City employees.

Oversee city tree planting projects and the City’s nursery operations.

Supervise and direct fieldwork as assigned by City Urban Forestry Manager or arborist.

Provide input for performance appraisals using an online evaluation system. 

Maintain accurate records including work orders, reports, and time sheets. 

Maintain the right-of-way trees. 

Perform manual labor related to tree maintenance. 

Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

Respond to call back for emergency work as needed.

Lakes:

Direct all operations for the lakes division programs related to aquatic plant management, water quality sampling activities, shoreline vegetation permitting, and other related ecological functions as needed.

Assist as needed with all activities related to documentation, invoicing, and coordination required to maintain the city’s participation in the FFWCC’s funded program for invasive plant management.

Perform all activities related to obtaining and maintaining state vegetation control permits.

Supervise the activities of all Lakes Division field staff.

Maintain a file of current herbicide labels and safety procedures, and oversee safety compliance and quality control checks of the herbicide application program and perform staff training of proper safety procedures and herbicide use.

Landscape/Park Maintenance: 

Oversee landscape design and installation projects.

Supervise and direct fieldwork as assigned by Park’s management.

Provide input for and complete performance appraisals using an online evaluation system.

Maintain accurate records including work orders, reports, and timesheets.

Perform manual labor related to landscape and parks maintenance.

Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

Respond to call back for emergency work as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

All Divisions:

Working knowledge of the safe operation and use of various powered and non-powered handheld tools commonly used in the installation and maintenance of landscaping.

Working knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules, and practices and the ability to transmit such knowledge to subordinates.

Skill in the operation of modern office equipment, computers, and software, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner, multi-task, organize work load, meet deadlines, follow-up and take tasks to completion.

Ability to write reports and maintain records and files.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, city officials, and the general public.

Ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially, both in person and in writing with all staff, city officials, and the general public.

Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the City of Winter Park Core Competencies.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and keep accurate records.

This position is performed with working knowledge – the incumbent has ability to recall and apply important and commonly-used information from relevant source documents or information in a particular subject field.

Forestry:

Working knowledge of tree planting, tree care, and tree removal.

Working knowledge of tree species and tree biological functions, tree pests, and diseases.

Working knowledge of the safe operation and use of chainsaws, stump grinders, aerial trucks, crane trucks, brush chippers, and all other equipment used in division activities.

Lakes:

Working knowledge of aquatic plant identification and nomenclature required.

Working knowledge of herbicide handling and application techniques required.

Ability to swim proficiently required.

Skill and proficiency in boat/trailer handling and maintenance techniques.

Experience in the operation of a wide variety of boats including outboard powered boats (skiffs, jon/utility boats, barges), airboats, and canoes.

Landscape/Park Maintenance: 

Working knowledge of landscape planting, care, and design.

Working knowledge of plant and tree species and biological functions, pests, and diseases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by a minimum of five years of experience in landscaping, lakes management, urban forestry, or a related role. Alternatively, applicants may hold an associate’s degree in a related discipline and two years of experience.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities, and other competencies required for the position may be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS, TRAINING, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Note: All certifications must be current at the time of application and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Forestry:

Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License, Class B or higher with air brake endorsement, or have a CDL Permit and the ability to get the license within six months of hire.

Lakes:

Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License, Class E or higher.

Possess and maintain a State of Florida (FDACS) Restricted Use Herbicide License in Aquatics, Right of Way or Natural Areas or the ability to get the license within six months of hire.

Landscape/Park Maintenance: 

Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License, Class E or higher.