Job description

Park Coordinator

Facility Contract Services – Pembroke Pines, FL

Job Description

Facility Contract Services is a Florida based contract services company, responsible for the employment and management of personnel for municipal clients. Facility Contract Services is currently seeking dynamic and goal-driven employees for the City of Pembroke Pines. Employees that are motivated to take on today’s greatest challenges and rewards in the field of local public service and who are passionate about

This exciting opportunity in the City of Pembroke Pines offers excellent benefits including health insurance and 401(k) with a Company match.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Parks Operations Manager, performs inspection of City parks, linear parks, landscaped medians, parking lot planters and park facilities. Incumbent may be required to work stand-by and report to work on a callback basis as needed.

The Park Inspector functions at an advanced level of performance. Performance is of a full range of duties related to contract administration for the City's Park areas and related facilities. Position functions independently when performing assigned tasks and is expected to effectively problem solve situations within the parameters of designated job duties. The Park Inspector must possess and utilize specialized knowledge and skills in the maintenance, operation and contract management areas, as well as exhibit strong oral and written communication techniques, organizational abilities, and problem-solving skills.

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for monitoring and inspecting all areas under contractual maintenance and service agreements with the Parks Division to ensure compliance with City maintenance specifications.

Troubleshoots a variety of work performance and/ or non-compliance issues; writes notices of work deficiencies and necessary corrections; reports disputes and implements or recommends corrective course of action.

Inspects plant material, including trees, for proper growth and maintenance techniques; inspects restrooms, tennis court and parking lot sweeping maintenance; inspects irrigation systems for proper operation.

Performs checks related to park and irrigation system specifications to include, but not limited to turf, clay, fencing, netting, lighting, tot lots, buildings, structures, pump stations, irrigation valves and sprinkler head performance, ball field set up, preparation and contractor performance schedules

Performs a variety of administrative functions in support of assigned duties; maintains appropriate documentation, and records as it relates to assigned areas of responsibility; prepares reports and presentations and presents the contracts administration work to department head, as assigned; makes appropriate recommendations in support of assigned work areas.

Responds to public inquiries relating to park services and activities; works closely with Park Supervisors, Contractors in inspection of Parks and other related sites.

Monitors and inspects all areas under contractual maintenance and service agreements within the Parks Division to include parks, landscaped areas, linear parks, planters, medians, parking lots, open space areas, restrooms, and other related City facilities or any other duties deemed necessary.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of principles and fundamentals of park and landscape maintenance; horticulture, arboriculture, and automatic irrigation system functions; accepted practices in planting, cultivating and caring for trees, shrubs, ground covers and turf grass, athletic field preparation, maintenance, construction and renovation; pests and diseases and use of pesticides for the control thereof; basic record keeping; principles and techniques of public relations. Ability to: communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; deal firmly and tactfully with contractors; maintain effective relationships with City staff and the public.

License/Certificates

License: Possession of a valid Florida Class driver's license and an acceptable driver’s record may be required. Certified Playground Safety Inspector (ability to attain within one year).

Working Conditions

Physical Abilities: Sits, walk, and stands for extended periods of time; walking on uneven surfaces; bending, stooping, lifting, squatting, climbing, uses hands to handle, feel, or operate equipment; mental capability to use and apply identify, interpret, analyze, and problem-solve technical processes; observe and interpret people and situations; work under deadlines.

Hazards: exposed to dirt, dust, pesticides, noise, and heavy construction equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Park Inspector Any combination of experience and or education/training equivalent to an associate degree in horticulture, parks administration, landscape architecture, turf-grass management or a related field and two years of responsible Park/ Turf/ Landscape inspection experience. Minimum four years of experience in a park managerial position.

BENEFITS:

One of the many advantages of working with the Vesta Property Services family of companies are the great benefits that we offer to you and your eligible dependents. We offer benefits that foster the health and well-being of you and your family such as medical, dental and vision coverage along with programs to enhance your financial security such as disability, life insurance and a 401 (k) retirement plan just to name a few. Benefits are offered to full-time employees (30+ hours per week).

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Facility Contract Services has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment consistent with the standards of the community in which the company operates. Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Facility Contract Services employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Facility Contract Services is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.

OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED

The above statements reflect the general information considered necessary to descript the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: One location

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