4.6. SR 07-20-2015
Request for Action
To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 4.6
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
ConsentJuly 20, 2015Lauren Wipper, Human Resource Representative
Item Description Reviewed by
Park Maintenance Superintendent Position Cal Portner, City Administrator
Description
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Approve, by motion, the position description and pay grade for Park Maintenance Superintendent.
Background/Discussion
At the July 6, 2015, work session, the City Council discussed and was in favor of changing the recently
vacated position of Park Maintenance Supervisor to Park Maintenance Superintendent. In turn, this will
change the pay grade of this position from pay grade 9 to pay grade 11.
Financial Impact
The Park Maintenance Supervisor position has been vacant since early June and, by the time the
Superintendent position is filled, this position will likely have been vacant for about three months. With
that, it is anticipated that the position will be filled at step A or step B of pay grade 11 which falls below
the top pay of pay grade 9. There should be no impact for 2015 and perhaps no impact for 2016 as well.
Attachments
Park Maintenance Superintendent Position Description
City of Elk River
Park Maintenance Superintendent
Position Description
Department/Division: Immediate Supervisor:
Parks and Recreation/Parks Parks and Recreation Director
Pay Grade: FLSA Status: Last Updated: (date)
11 Exempt 7/2015
Positions Supervised:
Park Maintenance Worker and Lead, Seasonal Park Laborer
Position Summary
The Park Maintenance Superintendent supervises daily operations for the maintenance of parks,
trails, playfields, park facilities, and equipment. Directs and coordinates park maintenance and
development projects and programs. Participates in park design and development.
Essential Functions
1.Manages administrative activities.
A.Develops and recommends division goals, policies, programs and procedures in
cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Director.
B.Assists in the development of department policies and procedures.
C.Selects vendors and contractors for park maintenance; manages and maintains
relationships with vendors and contractors.
D.Completes required inspections and reports and maintains records.
E.Prepares park division budget for approval by Parks and Recreation Director.
F.Monitors park maintenance expenditures.
G.Receives and responds to inquiries and complaints from the public regarding parks
and related issues.
2.Supervises park maintenance activities.
A.Supervises the installation, construction, and maintenance of beaches, grounds, trails,
recreational and athletic facilities, and other park facilities, parking lots, and
equipment.
B.Supervises landscape/grounds care.
C.Prepares and recommends design, specifications, and alternatives.
D.Reviews plans submitted by others; inspects and approves landscape construction.
E.Supervises cutting and trimming of trees and brush.
F.Works with administration and recreation staff on park reservations, special events,
and related issues.
3.Performs supervision activities.
Page 1
A.Assists with park maintenance division employee selection process and hires seasonal
staff.
B.Delegates workload and assigns division projects and tasks.
C.Performs timely annual performance reviews of all employees supervised.
D.Develops and manages employee performance and implements improvement plans
as needed.
E.Manages the park volunteer program.
4.Performs other essential job duties.
A.Regular and timely work attendance.
B.Follows all safety procedures.
C.Participates in safety training.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in the construction, maintenance, and
repair of parks, playfields, trails, beaches, and grounds.
Knowledge of turf maintenance, horticulture, and forestry.
Skill to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous
physical labor under adverse environmental conditions.
Ability to operate heavy and light motorized park maintenance equipment.
Ability to perform light mechanical repair and welding.
Ability to effectively supervise, direct, and motivate employees.
Ability to delegate work to subordinates.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
Two-year degree in park management, landscape construction and design, natural resources,
or related field.
Five years of experience in park or grounds maintenance including operating heavy and light
equipment.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Herbicide applicator’s license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification or ability to obtain within 2 years.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Demonstrated employee management and development experience.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in horticulture, arboriculture or landscape architecture.
Horticulture, arboriculture, or forestry degree or certification.
Four year degree in related field.
This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River’s discretion
to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.
This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.
Page 2