Class Code: 04128
PARKS
BEAUTIFICATION OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
NATURE OF WORK
Performs complex
technical and intermediate administrative work supervising the beautification,
maintenance and landscape compliance in Broward County Parks. Work is performed under supervision. Supervision is exercised over all section
staff.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Oversees all nursery
operations for the Parks and Recreation Division.
Advises park staff
and administration and/or coordinates tree relocation or removal within parks.
Works in coordination
with administration on invasive plant and tree removal in parks.
Advises and/or
coordinates landscape design and maintenance for division parks.
Oversees compliance,
development and maintenance of Landscape Guidelines for parks.
Coordinates
NatureScape Initiative certification within parks.
Makes tours to
inspect and determine the condition and need for horticulture maintenance
within parks.
Works in
coordination with Landscape Architects during planning and planting of new
facilities.
Coordinate
programming for staff education in regards to landscape installation,
maintenance, tree trimming, Landscape Guideline compliance and NatureScape.
Evaluates staff
performance.
Prepares a variety
of reports on activities.
Orders and inspects
supplies and plant materials.
Maintains records of
maintenance and landscaping compliance.
Reviews time cards,
leave requests, and related documents in order to ensure employees are paid
correctly and leave balances are accurate.
Performs related tasks
as required
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS - REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE
(Applicants
are expected to possess the required Knowledge, Abilities, and/or Skills listed
below prior to being hired for positions in this job title.)
Comprehensive knowledge
of forestry, landscaping and horticulture as it relates to parks.
Comprehensive
knowledge of the principals, practices and methods of nursery operations,
landscaping, tree work, and the environmental impact of such practices.
Comprehensive knowledge
of native plants.
Comprehensive
knowledge of the methods and practices with regard to the equipment and tools
used in relation to landscaping and maintenance of parks.
Thorough knowledge
of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to work in parks.
Knowledge of budget
preparation, forecasting and administration of a budget.
The ability to
direct and supervise staff.
The ability to
prepare reports, establish and maintain effective working relationships with
staff, administration, contractors and the general public.
Ability to serve the
public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the
letter and spirit of
Ability to establish
and maintain effective working relationships with the general public,
co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and
linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender,
ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or political
affiliation.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS – NOT REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE BUT EXPECTED TO BE
DEVELOPED ON THE JOB:
(The
Knowledge, Abilities, and/or Skills listed below, although considered to be required
in order to perform the work of this job title, are not required at time of hire.)
Knowledge of the
general operating policies and procedures of the assigned agency.
Knowledge of types
and locations of various materials and services within the assigned agency or
facility.
Knowledge of
procedures for ordering supplies, equipment, and materials.
Ability to
understand, follow, and explain a variety of agency/County policies and
procedures.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from a four
(4) year accredited college or university with major coursework in
horticulture, environmental science or related field; six (6) years practical
experience supervising, planning and organizing in the field of horticulture or
landscaping and familiarity with native plants and environmental issues; or any
equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a
valid State of
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bargaining Unit: GSA-Supervisory
FLSA Status: Exempt
Code of Ethics
Certification: No
Class Spec.
Estab./Revised: E10/05