The Park Supervisor supervises the maintenance and operations of system including campsites, beach with day use picnic areas, boat launch facilities, restroom facilities, shop/office complex, domestic water system and sewer systems.

This position is responsible for the training of personnel associated with the operation and maintenance of the park system including administration and development of visitor services and enforcement of park rules and regulations.  This position also supervises operation of the park including developing staff schedules, reservation processing, collection of fees, interacting with the public, ensuring facilities are clean and presentable, monitoring domestic water and sewer systems, and ensuring safe and effective park operations.

This position is required to live on site in City provided housing.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent;
• College degree in outdoor recreation, park management, forestry recreation or closely related field or equivalent experience in park operations management;
• One year supervisory experience in park management;
• Valid driver’s license.

Position requires lifting, standing and climbing activities. Work includes indoor office and outdoor environment, and position is subject to adverse weather conditions, driving from site to site, construction site inspection hazards and exposure to fumes, dust and dirty and confined areas. On-call 24 hours in case of emergency including weekends and holidays.

Required to be on duty five days per week and often work irregular hours during the recreation season (May 1 through September 30). Two days off per week but shall not include weekends during the recreation season. All other days off, vacations, holidays, etc. shall be taken only during the non-recreation season when the Park Supervisor or other authorized designee is available for duty.Knowledge & Skills

• Operation and maintenance practices of day-use and overnight park facilities
• Basic First Aid procedures
• Operation of a personal computer to access the reservation system and other programs
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Relate effectively to people of a variety of cultures, languages, abilities and social-economic situations using effective customer service skills including active listening, tact, patience and courtesy
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Comply with safety standards and regulations
• Accurate record-keeping techniques
• Principles and practices of hiring, supervision and training
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment and facilities in a clean and safe condition
• Hire, supervise and provide work direction to assigned personnel
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports. Perform a variety of skilled and manual maintenance tasks
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices operating a vehicle to perform park inspections
• Recognize and take appropriate precaution against occupational or public hazards related to park operations
• Work independently with little direction
• Develop programs for the prudent maintenance and operation of park facilities

Selection Process & Supplemental InformationThis recruitment is being managed by Rodney Croston, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.

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Propelled by significant developments such as the University of Washington Tacoma, the Tacoma Link light rail system, the restored urban waterfront of the Thea Foss Waterway, the expansions of both the MultiCare and Franciscan health systems, and a significant influx of foreign direct investment in its downtown core, Tacoma has evolved considerably since the 1990s.

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Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.