Leadperson

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Parks Supervisor, the Lead assists in scheduling the daily field activities of crews while performing operations, maintenance, and construction of parks, facilities, and public grounds.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Responsible for safety, cleanliness, and orderly appearance of parks, facilities, and public grounds.
• Oversee field crews and ensure staff safety while performing park operations, maintenance, and construction activities.
• Leads the work of the following positions: Senior Groundsperson, Groundsperson, and Seasonal/Contingent staff.
• Operates all Park and Community Services equipment and machinery. Typically, this position works in an operator capacity rather than in a supervisor capacity.
• Responsible for field crew training.
• Responsible for proper use and maintenance of all tools, equipment, and vehicles.

Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitor and maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and tools on the job site and ensure crews have adequate resources to perform assigned work.
• Coordinate and plan the work of assigned team.
• Maintain current knowledge of rules and regulations regarding operations, safety, maintenance, and construction of park facilities to ensure compliance by all staff.
• Resolve community member complaints including follow-up investigation and research.
• Train less experienced employees in both equipment operation and operator safety.
• Plan, implement, and maintain Operations and Maintenance Division field crew training program.
• Perform licensed pesticide applications utilizing Integrated Pest Management best practices.
• Accurately record work performed, including materials, hours, and equipment utilized in the City's asset management software.

Peripheral Duties:

• Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.
• Act as Parks Supervisor in that person's absence.
• Monitor work performance goals and standards of field crews as established by the Department.
• Provides input to the Park Supervisor for field crew performance evaluation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Kirkland?

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Coordination, leadership, and evaluation of field operations, crew responsibilities, and performance.
• Ability to identify and correct safety concerns.
• Operation of equipment associated with park operations and ability to train staff in the operation of said equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operation of basic hand power tools.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Positively interact with the public and park user groups, including working with volunteer groups.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be able to deliver high quality service/products in a fast paced, efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in park maintenance and operations, construction or closely related field.
• Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Must have a valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License with a Class A with air brake endorsement or must obtain within 12 months of hire (training paid by the City, license endorsement paid by the employee). Must have the ability to remain insurable under the City's insurance to operate motor vehicles.
• At least 1 year of experience overseeing the work of others is preferred.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain appropriate professional certifications based on the specific team which position is assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Position works outdoors in all conditions, including inclement weather.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trenches, excavation, and construction equipment, and work at heights and on ladders.
• This position may be responsible for weekend and/or evening shifts as part of the normal work week and may be required to return to City during off-hours in case of emergency.
• Must be able to lift and move bulky items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• This position operates a variety of equipment which are loud and vibrate while in operation.
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Position requires a resume and cover letter noting how you meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of application. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled with first review of applicants by 15th day of posting.

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425-587-3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711.

Final candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check, consistent with applicable law.