District Manager

BREC Recreation And Park Commission For The Parish Of East Baton Rouge

Job Location:

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 49369 - 78990

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

General Summary

General Summary:Coordinates and manages all park maintenance functions for various facilities within an assigned area; including but not limited to grounds maintenance building maintenance park feature maintenance aquatic feature maintenance equipment maintenance and other work as required or directed

Requirements and Job Specifications

Education Required: H.S. diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university.

Area of Study (major) Required:Horticulture agriculture construction mgmt. landscape architecture agronomy park administration sports turf mgmt. or related field.
Preferred: Horticulture agriculture construction mgmt. landscape architecture agronomy park management sports turf mgmt. or related field.

Certification(s) Required:Certified Playground Safety Inspector CPSI and Class 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicators license. Must be able to obtain certification and license within 12 months of hire.
Preferred:Certified Playground Safety Inspector CPSI through National Playground Safety Institute (NPSI) or Class 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicators license.

License(s) Required: Valid LA Class E drivers license.
Preferred: Valid LA Class D or above drivers license.

Years Relevant Work Experience:3 years related supervisory experience in the construction or maintenance field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred:5 or more years related experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of grounds and facilities maintenance practices and operations
Moderate to strong computer knowledge
Knowledge of maintenance equipment
Knowledge of budget process
Record keeping and scheduling skills
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to resolve conflict and foster positive/productive team environment
Good organizational skills
Skilled in the use of computers & computer software (MS Office)
Ability to quickly learn BREC policies & procedures
Ability to operate BREC vehicle to perform essential functions of the job
Ability to write reports
Ability to develop & evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance products
Ability to instruct train employees and direct the activities of assigned personnel
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to read plans and blue prints
Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with managers vendors employees and the public.

Functions and Duties

Essential Functions and Duties:

Supervises hires trains coaches counsels disciplines and evaluates performance of assigned staff in park maintenance activities.
Coordinates short and long-term maintenance planning for assigned district.
Coordinates prioritizes assigns and inspects the work of assigned staff.
Manages the work order and maintenance tracking system for assigned district.
Coordinates with and inspects the work of third party vendors for contract services
Approves all purchases and invoices for assigned area.
Ensures proper record keeping and task reporting for assigned staff and facilities.
Reviews and approves payroll time records.
Manages inventory control for all assets assigned.
Estimates personnel needs to address and complete essential duties.
Inspects parks facilities and other amenities and responds appropriately.
Makes recommendations for personnel needs and changes to improve performance
Ensures maximum efficiency from staff and equipment.
Conducts training sessions as required.
Promotes information and communication both internally and externally.
Ensures safety and security processes are followed.
Communicates with patrons and other department staff to resolve conflicts.
Coordinates with other department staff for scheduling and maintenance needs for events and/or games.
Purchases needed materials and supplies.
Responds to citizen complaints relating to park grounds and projects
Attends meeting & meets with the public regularly

Secondary Job Duties

Provides reports and information to supervisors as required in timely fashion.
Maintains awareness of activities occurring in assigned areas.
Promotes attention to detail throughout assigned area.
Interviews and selects prospective employees.
Reads plans blue prints and inspects parks and boundaries for encroachment.
Monitors shop budget prepares section of the budget and monitors shop expenditures
Assists supervisors with information for budget preparation.
Other duties as assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.

Supplemental Information

Hours Worked:As scheduled generally 40 hours per week; lunch break daily. Some weekend and after-hours work required. Subject to call out to respond to emergencies and other situations as required.

Resumeswillnot be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience education or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.

An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check Motor Vehicle Records check drug screen and physical.

If you have any questions or concerns please emailor call .

Required Experience:

Manager

General SummaryGeneral Summary:Coordinates and manages all park maintenance functions for various facilities within an assigned area; including but not limited to grounds maintenance building maintenance park feature maintenance aquatic feature maintenance equipment maintenance and other work as req...