Park Maintenance Manager (Sr. Maintenance Supervisor)

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Recenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

Reports to Area 1, 1929 Pimmit DR, Falls Church VA 22043 and is sent to various park sites daily. Manages staff and contractors maintaining Area 1 parks and playgrounds. Schedules and monitors the performance of mowing crews and other contractors. Inspects all Area 1 parks, playgrounds, recreation areas, and trails on a scheduled rotational basis. Develops and implements site-specific maintenance programs in accordance with FCPA standards. Conducts training and ensures compliance of paid and volunteer staff in accordance with applicable safety standards. Acts as the area manager or athletic field manager during absence of the incumbents. Serves as a point of contact for senior managers and citizens in regard to all area park maintenance and mowing requirements. Operates a county vehicle as part of official duties. Participates on various committees and teams to develop and further the objectives of the FCPA. Completes required documentation and daily work reports. Frequently interacts with citizens. Normal working hours are 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, however, occasional weekend, evening and holiday hours may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Positions are subject to transfer to other maintenance operation locations.

This position is designated as Emergency Services Personnel for the Park Authority.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all- inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Plans work schedules, assigns work to crew chiefs, maintenance supervisors, heavy equipment operators, and work crews and determines the priority of work projects based on pending work orders and citizen complaints;
• Supervises crew activities in the field;
• Dispatches work crews and coordinates work with other county or state agencies and/or contractors;
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system to prioritize preventative and corrective maintenance work orders;
• Performs quality inspections of work performed and initiates corrective action to meet accepted service levels;
• Determines necessary repairs and estimates necessary manpower, materials, supplies, and equipment for work to be contracted and provides field supervision of contractors;
• Maintains inventory of material, supplies, and equipment;
• Prepares/maintains records of work performed by crews/contractors including materials utilized;
• Supervises subordinate employees including coaching, counseling, training, and performance evaluations;
• safety programs are implemented and communicated and work complies with all safety regulations;
• Serves as main point of contact on work crews for citizens and residents;
• Reinforces a safety culture and continually seeks to expand safety knowledge through training, mentoring, self-study, or other methods of continuous learning;
• Investigates, documents and reports safety issues;
• Clearly communicates safety expectations;
• Resolves safety-related matters in a timely manner;
• Complies with the safety competencies.

• Complies with the safety competencies.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in the repair and maintenance of sewer lines, facilities, housing, solid waste management systems, or grounds;
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and practices applicable to the particular area;
• Thorough knowledge of computers to include computerized maintenance management system;
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates and to oversee the work of contractors;
• Ability to operate a variety of heavy vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.;
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures and policy;
• Thorough knowledge of automated purchasing/inventory management system;
• Ability to coach, counsel, train and evaluate employee performance to include safety policies, procedures and practices;
• Ability to supervise and train others in the operation of a variety of heavy vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to use personal computers, word processing, spreadsheet software, and database applications to prepare reports, documents and keep records to include computerized maintenance management system;
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, contractors, citizens groups, residents and other state and county agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the following: High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education, and four years of increasingly responsible experience related to the maintenance of municipal facilities and infrastructure from either a public or private organization.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's License (Required)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least three years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to direct, coordinate, lead, and supervise maintenance staff, volunteers, and contractors.
• Ability to plan, implement, and execute short- and long-term maintenance programs for a diverse group of regional and community parks.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy labor outdoors and operate small and large grounds maintenance equipment.
• Working knowledge of trail, athletic court, playground, and grounds maintenance
• Experience with programming for lighting controls and scheduling.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314.DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.govEEO/AA/TTY.