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County of Santa Clara CA

Manager of Park Maintenance Services

County of Santa Clara CA, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053


Salary :

$138,490.56 - $168,344.80 Annually

Location :

Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

24-B6J-B

Department:

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date:

12/31/2024

Closing Date:

2/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit:

92

Description

Under administrative direction, to plan, develop, manage and evaluate programs and projects which provide for the direct maintenance of the County Regional Park System and to assist the public in the use of County parks and recreation facilities and resources.

The Manager of Park Maintenance Services is responsible for the direct maintenance needs of all 28 Santa Clara County regional parks. The Manager of Park Maintenance Services works in collaboration with the Manager of Park Ranger Operations and other Parks personnel to ensure the Department meets the regional recreation, trail, and natural area needs of the public to achieve the vision of the parks system, through excellent customer service, high standards, budget acumen, employee recruitment and selection, data analysis, and the use of leveraged resources.

Typical Tasks

Develops, recommends, evaluates and modifies plans, procedures and policies for the administration, management and operation of the Maintenance Division of the County Regional Park Maintenance Program.

Reviews recommendations for personnel resource needs and the allocation of staff required to reach Division objectives;

Prepares and presents the annual budget recommendations for the Maintenance Division;

Monitors evaluates and resolves issues and concerns of public safety and customer service within the County Regional Park system as related to maintenance of facilities;

Analyzes incident reports and other data relating to maintenance of grounds and facilities modification; develops strategic plans and implements solutions to problems;

May assign and supervise the work of subordinate classes and other personnel assigned to the unit;

May conduct formal and informal training for maintenance unit in such areas as: educational and safety programs; first aide techniques; departmental practices, policies and procedures;

Provides assistance in emergency situations at their unit(s) or other park locations;

Prepares written and oral reports;

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Education:

A four (4) year degree from an accredited college or university in environmental resources, natural resources, park management, recreation management or a closely related field.

Experience: Two (2) years equivalent to a Park Maintenance Supervisor within the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department.

- OR -

Education:

Responsible experience in the maintenance, development or protection of a park, forest, public recreation, or historical area may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis when accompanied by college courses equivalent to completion of a two-year college degree in environmental resources, natural resources, park management, recreation management or a closely related field from an accredited community college.

Experience:

Four (4) years in the management, operation, or protection of a park, forest, public recreation, or historical area, including at least two (2) years in the performance of duties equivalent to those of the Park Maintenance Supervisor of Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation or private sector.

Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Willingness to work weekends, holidays or other irregular hours and to conform to department uniform standards.

Requirement to obtain any licenses and/or certificates required to perform the typical tasks listed above which are required by the State, Federal and other government agencies.

Possession of a First Aid and CPR for the First Responder certificate issued by the American Red Cross before completion of the probationary period.

Knowledge of:

Methods of administrative problem solving;

Principles of organization and administration of fiscal, personnel and related aspects or park program management;

Principles of employee supervision, counseling, disciplinary actions and training;

Principles and practices of natural resources conservation, park management, park maintenance, fleet operations and warehouse operations;

Principles and practices of first aid and safety;

Laws of the Federal, State and County ordinances as they pertain to Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation department.

Public relations practices.

Ability to:

Plan, organize, control and evaluate the maintenance division program;

Develop, recommend and present maintenance division goals and objectives within the context of departmental policies and priorities;

Develop and implement short and long range budget plans that accurately reflect maintenance division needs;

Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others;

Read, interpret and enforce laws and regulations in accordance with County policy;

Maintain records and prepare clear, complete and concise reports;

Evaluate situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;

Speak and write effectively and clearly;

Deal effectively with the public;

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public and other agencies.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays.

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The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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(REQUIRED) Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is

REQUIRED

and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of

"see resume"

or

"see application"

will deem your

application incomplete.

Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer: a) Employer name(s) b) Job title(s) c) Start/end dates of employment d) Total hours worked per week e) Description of task(s) performed

Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

Yes No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

High School or GED equivalent College (1 to 29 semester units / 1 to 44 quarter units) College (30 to 59 semester units / 45 to 89 quarter units) College (60 to 89 semester units / 90 to 134 quarter units) College (90 to 119 semester units / 135 to 179 quarter units) College (120 or more semester units / 180 or more quarter units) Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctoral Degree None

03

What was your college major area of study?

Environmental Resources Natural Resources Park Management Recreation Management Other related field None of the above

04

If you indicated "other related field" in the above question, please list your major field of study. If not applicable, type "N/A."

05

How many years of experience do you possess as a Park Maintenance Supervisor within Santa Clara County or equivalent? To view the Park Maintenance Supervisor job specification, please click the link below.

No experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more

06

Describe your experience as a Park Maintenance Supervisor within Santa Clara County or equivalent. Include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N/A."

07

How many years of experience do you possess in the maintenance, development, or protection of park forests, public recreation, or historical areas?

No experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more

08

Describe your experience in the maintenance, development, or protection of park forests, public recreation, or historical areas. Include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N/A."

09

How many years of experience do you possess in the management, operation, or protection of a park, forest, public recreation, or historical area?

No Experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more

10

Describe your experience in the management, operation, or protection of a park, forest, public recreation, or historical area. Include name of employer(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N/A."

11

How many years of experience do you possess supervising, counseling, and training staff, volunteers, and/or interns?

No experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more

12

Describe your experience supervising, counseling, and training staff, volunteers, and/or interns. Include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N/A."

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This position requires the willingness to work odd and irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. If hired, are you willing to work these hours?

Yes No

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How did you find out about this job?

Contacted by County Recruiter Contacted by a Recruitment Firm County Employee Referral County of Santa Clara Career Website County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Indeed Virtual Job Fair In Person Job Fair In-Person Networking Professional Event Virtual Networking Event Community Event Glassdoor Governmentjobs.com Professional Association Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.) Hospital Website: SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website Handshake Student Career Center County Text Message County Career Newsletter Other (Specify in the next question)

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If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above, please specify. If not, type N/A.

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