PARKS & GROUNDS SUPERVISOR

United States
Full Time
Technical Services
Manager/Supervisor

CONVERSE COUNTY
JOB DESCRIPTION
 
JOB TITLE: COUNTY PARKS & GROUNDS SUPERVISOR
DEPT: TECHNICAL SERVICES - PARKS & GROUNDS
SUPERVISED BY: TECHNICAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
CREATED/APPROVED: 10.07.2026

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Salaried                                                     
EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATIONS: Full-time

PAY RANGE:            $71,490 - $79,520, DOE

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the County Technical Services Director, the Parks and Grounds Supervisor is responsible for the planning, development, operation, maintenance, and administration of County parks, recreational facilities, open spaces, and recreational programs, in coordination with internal and external groups. The position also serves as the primary manager for the County shooting range and is responsible for its safe operation, maintenance, programming, regulatory compliance, and public use. This position provides leadership and supervision to Parks and Grounds personnel and is responsible for developing and maintaining safe, accessible, attractive, and well-managed recreational facilities for County residents and visitors. The Supervisor develops operational plans and budgets, coordinates maintenance and capital improvement projects, manages staff and resources, works with community organizations and governmental agencies, and ensures that County recreational facilities are operated in a safe and efficient manner. The position requires independent judgment, strong leadership skills, knowledge of park and recreational facility operations, and a commitment to public safety and customer service. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • PARKS & GROUNDS ADMINISTRATION: Plan, organize, direct, and oversee the operation and maintenance of County parks, recreational facilities, grounds, trails, open spaces, and related recreational amenities. Develop short- and long-range plans for the operation, improvement, expansion, and maintenance of County recreational facilities. Establish work priorities, operational procedures, maintenance schedules, and standards for Parks and Grounds operations. Develop and administer departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, and recommend appropriate use of County resources. Prepare budget requests, operational reports, recommendations, and presentations for the County Commissioners or other designated officials. Identify facility and equipment needs and recommend capital improvement projects, repairs, replacements, and upgrades. Coordinate the planning and implementation of park and grounds improvement projects. Monitor the condition and safety of County recreational facilities and coordinate necessary maintenance and repairs. Develop and implement policies, procedures, rules, and operational guidelines for County parks and recreational facilities. Ensure facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, accessible, and attractive condition. Respond to public questions, concerns, complaints, and requests regarding Parks and Grounds operations.
  • SHOOTING RANGE MANAGEMENT & SAFETY: Manage the daily operation, maintenance, and administration of the County shooting range. Develop, implement, and enforce shooting range rules, standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and user requirements. Ensure the shooting range is operated in a manner that promotes public safety and responsible use. Conduct regular inspections of the shooting range, grounds, equipment, structures, berms, target areas, and safety features. Coordinate routine maintenance, repairs, improvements, and capital projects for the shooting range. Develop procedures for responding to emergencies, accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, and other incidents. Ensure appropriate incident reporting and documentation is completed and maintained. Coordinate with appropriate County departments, law enforcement agencies, emergency services, regulatory agencies, and other partners regarding shooting range operations and safety. Oversee shooting range officers, volunteers, contractors, and other personnel assigned to range operations. Ensure that employees and volunteers receive appropriate training regarding range operations, safety procedures, customer service, emergency response, and applicable County policies. Monitor public use of the shooting range and take appropriate action to address unsafe behavior or violations of range rules. Coordinate facility reservations, organized events, training activities, competitions, and public programs held at the shooting range. Maintain records relating to range inspections, maintenance, incidents, training, facility use, and other operational activities. Recommend improvements to range operations, facilities, policies, and safety practices.
  • FINANCIAL & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Prepare and administer departmental and facility budgets. Monitor revenues and expenditures and ensure appropriate fiscal stewardship. Recommend purchases of equipment, vehicles, tools, supplies, materials, and services. Coordinate procurement activities in accordance with County policies and applicable requirements. Assist in identifying grant opportunities and coordinating grant-funded projects, when applicable. Maintain appropriate inventory and records for County equipment and resources. Ensure County property, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained and safeguarded. Coordinate the use and need of seasonal employees, volunteers, contractors, and community partners.
  • COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Develop and maintain productive relationships with County residents, community organizations, recreational groups, governmental agencies, schools, volunteers, and other stakeholders. Promote County parks, recreational facilities, programs, and shooting range opportunities. Assist in the development and implementation of recreational programs, events, educational opportunities, and community activities. Attend public meetings and represent the County on matters related to Parks and Grounds and shooting range operations. Communicate effectively with the public and provide professional and responsive customer service. Encourage responsible recreation, stewardship of County facilities, and compliance with facility rules.
  • SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE: Promote and maintain a strong culture of workplace and public safety. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, County policies, and safety requirements. Identify potential hazards and take appropriate corrective action. Ensure appropriate safety equipment, signage, emergency procedures, and operational controls are maintained. Maintain required records, reports, inspections, and documentation. Coordinate with County risk management personnel and other appropriate officials regarding accidents, incidents, claims, and safety concerns.
  • ADDITIONAL DUTIES: May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or irregular hours to support facility operations, special events, emergencies, or seasonal activities. May respond to emergency situations affecting County parks, recreational facilities, or the shooting range. Attend training, professional development activities, and meetings as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
                                                   
CORE COMPETENCIES

In an effort to create organizational clarity, and to empower its employees, Converse County has identified seven core competencies that all elected officials and employees are expected to meet in order to help fulfill the mission of Converse County.  It is expected that all elected officials and employees will meet their responsibilities as detailed below, including observable commitment to the mission of Converse County and these values.
  • COMMUNICATION: Expresses ideas and thoughts both verbally and in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. 
  • COOPERATION: Establishes and maintains effective relations; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Exhibits tact and consideration; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively with supervisor and co-workers; Collaborates effectively with other departments as needed.  Adapts to changes in work environment, procedures, and assignments; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach/method to best fit the situation/work assignment. 
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE: Displays courtesy and sensitivity; Manages difficult / emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments; Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
  • DEPENDABILITY: Consistently reports to work on time ready to begin work; Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. 
  • INITIATIVE: Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibility; Identifies opportunities to improve systems & procedures; Asks for help when needed.  Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others. 
  • JUDGMENT: Displays a willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision making process; Makes timely decisions. 
  • QUALITY: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.  Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans and uses available resources; Works in an organized and efficient manner. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPETENCIES

SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITIES: Exercises direct supervision over Parks and Grounds employees, and other employees as assigned. 

In addition to the core competencies that have been established, Converse County has identified supervisory competencies that all elected officials and supervisors are expected to meet as detailed below.
  • SUPERVISORY COMPETENCIES: Accomplishes department objectives by supervising staff, and organizing/monitoring work processes; Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, and developing personal growth opportunities; Provides coaching, counseling, appraisal, motivation, and/or discipline to accomplish employee job results; Implements and enforces systems, policies and procedures; Maintains safe and healthy work environment by establishing and/or enforcing organization policies/standards and adhering to legal regulations; Completes operations by developing schedules, assigning and monitoring work, gathering resources, implementing productivity standards, resolving operational issues, maintaining reference manuals, and implementing new procedures; Controls expenses by gathering and submitting budget information, scheduling expenditures, monitoring variances, and implementing corrective actions; Provides quality service by enforcing quality and customer service standards; Contributes to and encourages team collaboration within the department and with other county and non-county entities to accomplish the goals and objectives of Converse County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Education/Experience: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. A bachelor's degree in parks and grounds management, public administration, natural resources, business administration, facility management, or a closely related field is preferred. A combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience in parks and grounds management, facility operations, public administration, maintenance management, shooting range operations, or a related field may be considered.
  • Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, technical specifications, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and specifications. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Attend meetings and make presentations when necessary; serves as a principal planning and development advisor to the County Commissioners, Technical Services Director, and Parks & Recreation Board on all County parks and recreation programs and issues.
  • Mathematical Skills: Ability work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Advanced problem resolution, providing in-depth knowledge of parks and grounds administration.  
  • Other KSA’s: The successful candidate should possess knowledge of: Principles and practices of parks, recreation, and grounds administration; Public facility operations and maintenance; Shooting range operations and safety principles; Safe firearms range practices and range management procedures; Budget development and financial management; Personnel supervision and performance management; Project planning and capital improvement processes; Workplace and public safety practices; Applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; Customer service and public relations principles. The successful candidate must have the ability to: Plan, organize, and direct multiple operations and projects; Exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions; Supervise, motivate, and develop employees; Develop and administer budgets; Establish priorities and manage resources effectively; Identify safety hazards and implement appropriate corrective measures; Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing; Work effectively with elected officials, County employees, government agencies, community organizations, and the public; Enforce facility and shooting range rules professionally and consistently; Respond calmly and effectively during emergencies or challenging situations; Prepare reports, policies, procedures, and recommendations; Operate standard office equipment and computer software; Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when appropriate.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver's license required. Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with County policy. Current first aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification within a specified period of employment. Shooting range safety or range management certification is preferred or may be required within a specified period of employment, as determined by the Technical Services Director. Additional safety, supervisory, or professional certifications may be required or preferred.
  • This position may be subject to a satisfactory criminal background check, and drug and alcohol screening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
           
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position requires regular work in both office and outdoor environments. The employee may be required to walk over uneven terrain, stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, lift and carry equipment and materials, and perform inspections of parks and recreational facilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, outdoor hazards, maintenance equipment, and other conditions associated with park and recreational facility operations.
  • Work at the shooting range may involve exposure to loud noise and other conditions associated with firearms activities. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be used as required.

GUIDELINES

All elected officials and employees are required to follow the established guidelines of Converse County to include, but are not limited to, the employee handbook, safety policies and procedures, and departmental policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. 

Converse County is an at-will employer, as stated in the Converse County Personnel Policy & Procedure Manual.  This means that either party – the employee or the employer – may end employment at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.  All the terms, conditions, and benefits of employment with the County are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, at the discretion of the County Commissioners.

Converse County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work culture.  Converse County prohibits unlawful discrimination of all protected classes.





 
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