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Location : Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-1220
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works - Parks & Grounds
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 1/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to oversee parks maintenance operations including, but not limited to performing administrative and professional, planning, organization and management of cemetery, community parks, and grounds operations.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Plans, prioritizes, and implements cemetery maintenance, parks maintenance, repair and development activities; coordinates renovation, construction and development projects.
Directs, supervises, evaluates and schedules assigned cemetery crew, parks and grounds crew, and supervisory staff.
Prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects, coaches and mentors staff, providing opportunities for growth through work assignments and training, interviewing, recommending new hires and promotions, mentors work, develops staff skills, meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
Assists in the planning, organization and implementation of cemetery, parks, and facilities goals and objectives; assists in the formulation of division policies and procedures.
Manages assigned parks and facilities and ensures the safety and cleanliness of park equipment; inspects park grounds and facilities and submits recommendations on the maintenance, upgrade, construction and/or renovation of parks.
Serves as project manager for park projects and monitors facilities improvements and consults with contractors to ensure safety, cost effectiveness, aesthetics and compliance with City policies.
Researches and evaluates existing facilities and park grounds to ensure the safety, general welfare and public enjoyment.
Completes and/or composes department analysis, proposals, and reports; participates in developing contracts/agreements, and making contractor selections.
Performs public relations functions between the City, community and various civic agencies and groups.
Participates in the development and implementation of City-wide special events
Develops division budget and supervises expenditures.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, owners, tenants, City officials, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA's)
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of parks and grounds maintenance programming development, and administration.
Considerable knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
Considerable knowledge of parks and facilities development and maintenance for a public government agency.
Skill in developing and coordinating parks programs and operations.
Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Skill in analyzing problems, resolving disputes and grievances and developing effective solutions.
Ability to understand, follow, coordinate and direct written and oral instructions.
Ability to effectively supervise a staff comprised of entry and senior level employees engaged in carrying out departmental functions.
Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files; ability to utilize standard software applications.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, division and department heads, public/private sector contacts, and City administration.
Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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Location : Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-1220
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works - Parks & Grounds
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 1/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to oversee parks maintenance operations including, but not limited to performing administrative and professional, planning, organization and management of cemetery, community parks, and grounds operations.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Plans, prioritizes, and implements cemetery maintenance, parks maintenance, repair and development activities; coordinates renovation, construction and development projects.
Directs, supervises, evaluates and schedules assigned cemetery crew, parks and grounds crew, and supervisory staff.
Prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects, coaches and mentors staff, providing opportunities for growth through work assignments and training, interviewing, recommending new hires and promotions, mentors work, develops staff skills, meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
Assists in the planning, organization and implementation of cemetery, parks, and facilities goals and objectives; assists in the formulation of division policies and procedures.
Manages assigned parks and facilities and ensures the safety and cleanliness of park equipment; inspects park grounds and facilities and submits recommendations on the maintenance, upgrade, construction and/or renovation of parks.
Serves as project manager for park projects and monitors facilities improvements and consults with contractors to ensure safety, cost effectiveness, aesthetics and compliance with City policies.
Researches and evaluates existing facilities and park grounds to ensure the safety, general welfare and public enjoyment.
Completes and/or composes department analysis, proposals, and reports; participates in developing contracts/agreements, and making contractor selections.
Performs public relations functions between the City, community and various civic agencies and groups.
Participates in the development and implementation of City-wide special events
Develops division budget and supervises expenditures.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Parks, Parks Administration, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Public Administration or closely related field; and
- Four (4) years of progressively responsible supervisory or managerial experience that includes parks and grounds maintenance administration; and
- Possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's license; and.
- Possess (or obtain within one (1) year of employment) and maintain a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in public administration, business administration, or construction management.
- Seven (7) years of progressively responsible supervisory or managerial experience that includes parks and grounds maintenance administration in a municipal environment.
- Supervisory or managerial experience in a public sector environment.
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) designation.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, owners, tenants, City officials, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA's)
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of parks and grounds maintenance programming development, and administration.
Considerable knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
Considerable knowledge of parks and facilities development and maintenance for a public government agency.
Skill in developing and coordinating parks programs and operations.
Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Skill in analyzing problems, resolving disputes and grievances and developing effective solutions.
Ability to understand, follow, coordinate and direct written and oral instructions.
Ability to effectively supervise a staff comprised of entry and senior level employees engaged in carrying out departmental functions.
Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files; ability to utilize standard software applications.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, division and department heads, public/private sector contacts, and City administration.
Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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