Parks Supervisor

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Goodyear
14805 West Vineyard Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 22, 2024
Posting Date 11/14/24 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Pay Range $55,000 - $76,750 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Parks and Recreation About the Position Do you seek to provide a rewarding recreation experience to outdoor enthusiasts while improving and protecting the quality of the natural desert environment? If you want to lead an engaged team that strives to maintain safe and stunning park trails and facilities, keep reading! As the Park Supervisor, you will supervise all facets of the park's operations. This includes administrative and maintenance activities, recreation services, resource protection, community resource projects, and special-use events. Join us now to inspire a great team! We are currently hiring a Park Supervisor for the following location: Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd Mesa, AZ 85207 White Tanks Mountain Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road Waddell, AZ 85355 Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave Goodyear, AZ 85338 About Us Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert. Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation - comprised of approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872-miles of trails, with individual parks ranging from several thousand to 30,000 acres. Currently, there are twelve parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities 365 days a year. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more atWork With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Four years of experience in a park or related recreation field Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Range or Natural Resource Management, Business, Hotel/Travel/Tourism Management, or a related field A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis We Also Value One year of experience managing a natural resource or conservation area Two years of management experience Certified Parks and Recreation Professionals (CPRP) Job Contributions Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises a regional park and its services, facilities, and activities, including, but not limited to, Special Use Events, natural/cultural resources protection, trails, campgrounds, other park facilities, park safety program, in-captivity animal care, and coordinating with agencies Protects and manages the park; provides oversight, collects fees, and ensures compliance with park rules and policies Responsible for supervising, hiring, evaluating, and training park staff and volunteers; plans, prepares, and revises work schedules and duty assignments according to customer needs, issues, workload, and statistical forecasts Coordinates the maintenance repairs and improvements to park utilities, facilities, and amenities for maximum quality utilization Coordinates Park administration, including maximum revenue and most efficient utilization of facilities via activities through the entry, nature center, souvenirs, point of sale system, budget development and monitoring, marketing, and daily functions, including purchasing requests Coordinates the volunteers for maintenance/custodian and administrative duties Assists in preparing annual operating and capital improvement projects and budgets, including recommendations; ensures park operates within approved expenditure budget; provides details for the park budget, grants, capital improvement projects, souvenir funds, donation funds, special revenue funds, etc. Responsible for reports on revenue, risk management, monthly summaries, project progress, attendance, budget, and other required reports; create alerts on website and social media posts Responds to emergencies and notifies appropriate law enforcement/emergency organizations; coordinates and maintains a level of awareness to ensure the safety of park visitors, staff, and overall park environment Resolves customer inquiries and complaints Working Conditions Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire Exerting 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly The work will occur in an office and field environment While performing the duties & responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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