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The purpose of this position is to support the development and implementation of best-in-practice programs for management and to supervise all maintenance and safety operations of neighborhood parks facilities and landscape areas. The person in this position schedules and assigns tasks, manages all expenditures, works with businesses and vendors, monitors resources, manages schedules and construction projects, oversees graffiti eradication and painting projects, interprets data and documents, researches trends, develops goals and procedures, consults with internal and external departments and agencies, manages safety concerns, and ensures city and department goals, policies and objectives are followed.
The ideal candidate for this position will be comfortable with:
Hiring, training, supervising and evaluating staff.
Managing workflow processes to measure performance and efficiency outcomes.
Assisting with managing open space and natural resources.
Assisting with complex problem situations, coordinates programs.
Recommending projects and reviewing plans.
Coordinating purchasing activities and maintaining records.
Resolving customer service issues.
Preparing and delivering presentations.
Additionally, our ideal candidate will be a highly skilled, safety conscious, punctual team player with a high work ethic. Someone that understands that they will be hired to perform a full-time job that is schedule and work order driven. You will need to be comfortable and able to execute your essential functions in high traffic public use areas. Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work both individually and with a team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent
Experience: Minimum of five years related experience. Requires a broad knowledge of complex systems, specialized practices, maintenance equipment, workflow systems and procedures.
Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:
Playground Safety Certification within 6 months of hire.
Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators License within 6 months of hire.
Backflow/Check Valve Certification required within 6 months of hire.
Peoria is the Place!
The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently ranked as the #1 place to live in Arizona by Money Magazine and in the top 50 happiest places to live in the country, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.
However, the commitment to service is never finished!
Join our growing team and become a part of the buzz that is Peoria! If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!