Parks Superintendent Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Parks Superintendent

RICHLAND COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION – 3.7

Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $75,000 – $82,000 a year 18 hours ago Qualifications EPA Business Management Writing skills Produce Electrical engineering Driver’s License Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree HVAC Commercial construction Contracts Water systems Computer skills Construction 1 year Business management Senior level Business Horticulture Property management Natural resource management Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description .

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs supervisory, planning, development, management, and budgeting duties in the administration of park maintenance operations and construction processes for Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC). Work involves organizing and managing park maintenance, construction and repair operations (for both owned and leased properties); supervising, reviewing and recommending hiring, training, and evaluating staff; ensuring procurement process is followed for purchases and bids for contracts; applying for permits; and inspecting job sites. This position also prepares the RCRC budget and ensures drinking water at RCRC facilities is compliant with water regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversees property management and support services. Oversees the preparation of the annual RCRC budget. Oversees renovation of new and existing facilities; writes specifications; oversees projects; and performs park improvement projects including contracting with contractors. Ensures compliance with the purchasing process, bidding, and solicitation policy and procedures; evaluates qualified vendors; interprets rules; addresses vendor complaints; and approves major bids. Supervises assigned staff; hires, trains, and evaluates staff. Driving to and from different locations within the agency. Assists with daily projects including fencing, bleachers, concrete, plumbing, flooring, structural, welding, and equipment repairs. Provides daily assistance for personnel issues, equipment, special projects, maintenance of equipment, and scheduling. Provides operators for equipment when needed for applications for horticulture and turf. Performs maintenance inspections; makes adjustments; and repairs equipment. Applies for permits; meets inspectors and engineers; and provides documentation to close out permits. Performs job site inspections to ensure quality control and safety. Plans, organizes, schedules, monitors, and evaluates other assigned projects. Monitors projects and submits reports to include cost estimates. Acts as RCRC’s chief procurement officer; completes an annual statement of economic interests with the state. Ensures RCRC’s drinking water is compliant with various water regulations. Serves on various committees. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in business management, creation, or a related field. Three (3) years of related work experience in public administration, property management, and support services including one (1) year of supervisory experience. Or any equivalent combination of education or experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of planning, design, and implementation of parks programs. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances pertaining to parks and recreation facility development. Knowledge of public drinking water systems including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and SCDHEC guidelines. Knowledge of commercial construction management methods, construction practices, contracts, and legal agreements. Knowledge in the area of athletic field irrigation systems, irrigation design, and commercial wells. Knowledge of commercial athletic sports lighting systems and specialized sport facility playing surface materials, maintenance, and construction. Knowledge of commercial building systems maintenance to include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and specialty sport flooring systems. Knowledge of commercial turf and medium to heavy construction equipment. Knowledge of civil engineering and electrical engineering design principles. Knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to administrative functions. Knowledge of horticultural practices as they relate to athletic field turf surfaces, shrubs, trees, and other plant materials. Knowledge of natural resource management, conservation, preservation, and storm water management. Knowledge of an agency’s organization structure, the people who manage the work, and the processes applicable to government work. Knowledge of county government fiscal policies, procedures, and processes. Skill in using personal computer and related software to perform the duties of this position. Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing. Ability to understand complex architectural and engineering drawings and specifications related to complex commercial construction projects. Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment in the application of the principles and practices of planning, design, construction, and administration of a variety of park development and construction projects. Ability to plan and establish priorities. Ability to coordinate, assign, and direct work activities of this department. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Ability to work as a team member. Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and deadlines. Ability to conceptualize needed change to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Driver’s License to drive an RCRC vehicle, and produce an acceptable 10 year driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium work and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work may also require balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, distinguishing among sounds, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity for data/color/observations/equipment/inspections, and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. Requires working on-call as assigned and being able to withstand exposure to various climatic conditions. Richland County Recreation Commission has the right to revise this position description at any time, and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.