Park Maintenance Superintendent

La Plata, United States

Summary

The hiring salary range is $66,486.38 - $73,135.02 annually, commensurate with experience.

Charles County Government is currently recruiting for a dynamic Park Maintenance Superintendent to become a part of the Parks and Grounds Division of the Recreation, Parks & Tourism Department. The Park Maintenance Superintendent will lead others in performing parks and grounds maintenance work and perform a variety of parks and grounds maintenance tasks in maintaining and constructing county parks facilities and grounds areas.

Essential Job Functions

Operates and directs the operation of grounds maintenance equipment, such as backhoes, dump trucks, front-end loader, turf renovation equipment and turf tractors.
Assists in planning and assessing future construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.
Develops and maintains construction and maintenance schedules.
Assists with daily work schedules, construction maintenance records, materials list, and inventory.
Approves for hire, trains coordinate, evaluates and recommends for discipline assigned personnel in accordance with County Personnel policies and procedures.
Prepares and maintains records.
Prepares time, payroll and leave reports.
Assists in scheduling DOT physicals and ordering uniforms for staff.
Assists with the ordering of equipment for annual budget.
Maintains routine equipment and performs vehicle and equipment adjustments and repairs.
Assists with planning and supervising snow removal program.
Assists in directing construction, renovation, and maintenance of the Board of Education and Park athletic field.
Maintains division turf equipment inventory and schedules recommended preventative maintenance.
Cooperates with other Divisions in special events and projects.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:

Associate’s degree in related field. Two (2) years of progressively responsible parks or grounds maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver's license, Class B

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work.

Subject to call back in emergencies.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A CDL POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the use and care of hand and power tools used in the work.
Knowledge of effective techniques of supervision.
Ability to carry out daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations.
Knowledge of methods and procedures used in parks and grounds maintenance.
Ability to follow safety practices in performance of all duties; and ensures employee compliance with safety practices.
Ability to perform and supervise parks and grounds maintenance work efficiently.
Ability to use the tools and equipment of work efficiently.
Ability to train and lead others in the work.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office, in shop or field settings and outside environment.

Department/Division: Recreation, Parks & Tourism/Parks

Pay Grade: 114

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Telework Eligible: No

Reports To: P&G Operations Manager

Supervises: Equipment Operators III, Grounds Maintenance Technician II, Grounds Maintenance Technician I, Part-Time Personnel

Charles County Government
BENEFITS SUMMARY
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Health Insurance
Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.

Flexible Spending Account
Provides medical and dependent care options.

Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.

Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month. Retiree Health Insurance New hires who elect health insurance coverage with County Government are enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA). This coverage allows employees to pay health insurance premiums and other medical expenses following retirement or separation from employment.

Life Insurance
No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.

Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.

Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Employee Leave

Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.

Transfer of Sick Leave
New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.

Work Schedules

Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.

Additional Fringe Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
Free, Employee Wellness Programs
Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)

Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2025

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