Parks and Facilities Supervisor

Salary : $90,744.00 - $114,924.00 Annually
Location : 33325 8th Ave S, Federal Way
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2300231
Department:Parks and Recreation
Division: Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Basic Function
Under the direction of the Parks and Facilities Manager, plan, organize and supervise parks, facilities, and open space maintenance operations; assist in the formulation and implementation of long-range plans as well as the monitoring and enforcement of contracts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Schedule, prioritize and assign duties to parks maintenance personnel and inspect completed work; assist in the planning, scheduling and implementation of long-range projects.
Interview, select, train, supervise, motivates and evaluate assigned parks maintenance personnel, including seasonal and volunteer workers; discipline and terminate employees as appropriate in accordance with union contract and City policies and procedures.
Train personnel with emphasis on job skills development and safety, including the safe application of chemicals; resolve employee complaints and issues.
Prioritize and schedule work projects to avoid conflict with scheduled games and events; coordinate projects, personnel and equipment with other personnel.
Supervise the application of chemicals, the planning, installation and repair of irrigation systems and the operation of large grounds mowers.
Research and assemble information on equipment and supplies; develop bid specifications and analyze bids for equipment and services; evaluate, test, select and purchase supplies, equipment and machinery as needed; review and approve receipts for merchandise purchased; prepare, monitor and control assigned budgets.
Develop and implement schedules for new planting and routine grounds care, feeding and watering; direct water conservation efforts through proper and efficient irrigation methods and equipment use.
Coordinate the proper distribution of equipment and supplies to personnel to assure adequate materials to accomplish assigned work projects.
Respond to complaints, questions and issues raised by City staff, citizens, contractors and others regarding personnel, safety, maintenance or other parks-related issues; coordinate efforts with City police, departments, schools and sports associations.
Direct and train personnel in the planting, cultivating, transplanting and care of shrubs, flowers, trees and ground cover; design plans for areas to be landscaped or replanted including the selection of trees, shrubs and ground cover.
Coordinate design, installation, replacement, repair, and servicing of sprinkler heads, valves, controllers and sprinkler systems; assist in the design of irrigation systems as necessary and study irrigation system blueprints for modification of systems.
Maintain records of chemicals and hazardous materials used and material safety data sheets for all chemicals in inventory; submit reports to the County and State agencies on pesticide usage.
Inspect City parks, facilities, and open spaces for safety issues, vandalism and needed maintenance; determine need for spraying, fertilizing, pruning and new planting; supervise pest and weed control, spraying and related activities.
Inspect buildings and Facilities for structural repairs and safety issues; determine need for plumbing, carpentry and painting improvements and repair.
Maintain records and prepare reports of work accomplished, materials purchased and used, cost estimates and priorities of parks projects; complete and maintain time records of staff.
Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program for equipment; control inventory and distribution of equipment, materials, tools and chemicals; maintain related records.
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of a variety of machinery and equipment including tractors, large riding mowers, backhoe, and a variety of power and hand tools.
Plan and coordinate major chemical spray programs and routine spray schedule; determine types and amounts of chemicals to apply and area to be sprayed; oversee sanitizing of respiratory protective equipment and maintenance of related records.
Interpret and explain policies and regulations; remain current regarding applicable laws, codes, rules and procedures.
Maintain records related to work performed including inventories, preventive maintenance, requisitions, inspections, personnel records, training and work orders.
Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
Education and Experience
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience maintaining buildings, facilities and landscaped areas, spraying chemical applications, maintaining and repairing irrigation systems and operating large gang mowers, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity. Vocational training, Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Landscaping, Horticulture, Business, Public Administration, or related field desired.
Licenses and Other Requirements :

• Successful completion of employment reference and background check.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Valid Washington State Public Pesticide Applicator's License.
• Valid first aid and CPR certificate issued by an authorized agency.

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Building, grounds and facility repair and construction.
• Soil and turf management.
• Approved methods of planting and caring for hedges, trees, shrubs, lawns and flowers.
• Common plant diseases, pests and the approved methods and materials used in their control and eradication.
• Design, installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems.
• Landscape design and plant identification.
• Athletic Field maintenance and preparation standards
• Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance work.
• City organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Budgeting methods and practices.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Basic purchasing policies, practices and terminology.
• Bid preparation procedures.
• Local vendors and sources of supply.
• Technical aspects of grounds and parks maintenance.
• Health and safety regulations relating to power equipment and toxic chemical application.

Ability to:

• Attract, retain, lead and motivate a competent and professional staff of full-time and seasonal employees.
• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Provide leadership and guidance.
• Plan, organize and schedule parks maintenance activities and personnel.
• Design, install, maintain and repair irrigation systems.
• Instruct others in the proper use, methods, tools, materials and equipment used in parks maintenance.
• Apply specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects and other pests.
• Perform specialized groundskeeping duties in the care and maintenance of City grounds, medians, right-of-ways and open spaces.
• Operate a variety of small power tools and large power equipment.
• Develop bid specifications and evaluate bids.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Work long, irregular hours including evenings and weekends.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Demonstrated ability to positively and effectively interact with diverse individuals to accomplish a common goal.

Environmental Conditions and Physical Effort:
Work is performed in both office and field environments and requires travel to a variety of locations to perform work. Employee may be exposed to noise from basic office equipment operation, and to potentially hazardous materials and equipment, fumes or vapors. Walking over rough terrain and some climbing may be required. Perform medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The City of Federal Way offers a complete benefits package to regular status full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Regular status part-time employees, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.