Grounds Supervisor/Manager

Job Summary: The Grounds Operations Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the Turf and Grounds Department. This includes managing a team that is responsible for the year-round care and maintenance of turf areas, irrigation systems, trails, and other general park areas. Through oversight and strong collaboration across all departments, the Grounds Operations Manager will work to promote a superlative experience for all park users.

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

·       Supervise the Turf and Grounds team members performing maintenance functions including mowing, edging, weeding, clearing, irrigation maintenance and upkeep, trail monitoring and repair, and weed control.

·       Oversee the planning for comprehensive turf care program. This includes, but is not limited to sod and seed installation, implementing plant health techniques, irrigation programming, and maintaining sub-surface drainage systems throughout the par.

·       Oversee maintenance and care of trails, pathways, roadways, and parking lots.

·       Oversee the development and implementation of Integrated Pest Management program for turf areas.  

·       Oversee management of irrigation system for all park areas, including lawns, horticulture areas, grasslands, and trees in collaboration with other Park Operations and Conservation Operations Managers.

·       Develop and implement equipment training procedure for all employees to ensure safe equipment operating of all MPC equipment.

·       Support Branch Supervisor in creating and managing budget for their team.

·       Manage contracts for small projects and ongoing services.

·       Attend operations related capital project meetings and review documents; provide input, comments, feedback, and assistance related to assigned areas.

·       Work collaboratively and creatively with Park Operations leadership in a team-first environment. 

·       Demonstrate ownership of assigned work by upholding and maintaining standards to the highest degree by understanding park aesthetic and standard operating procedures.

·       Document, inventory, report, and catalog data and information.  

·       Assist with ensuring appropriate inventory and care of equipment, supplies, and materials for daily operations.  

·       Communicate issues regarding infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of the Park user experience issues as needed via work order system. 

·       Work collaboratively and creatively with Park Operations leadership in a team-first environment.  

·       Interact with Park patrons in a courteous and professional manner. Ensure team members are trained and adhering accordingly. Be prepared to provide accurate and pertinent information regarding MPC and the Park.  

·       Enforce MPC rules, safety policies, and procedures, and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Conduct and document safety training as needed and ensure compliance with safety protocol.  

·       Ensure cleanliness of office and storage spaces.

·       Respond to any employee comments regarding recognition or disciplinary action from Supervisors, develop improvement programs when needed; bring any points forward to Director when necessary.