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Posting Title: Parks Grounds Crew Leader (Daily Service/Parks and Recreation Department)

Job Requisition Number: COA092831

Position Number: 108084

Job Type: Full-Time

Division Name: Operations and Maintenance

**Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services, including at least one (1) year of crew experience. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

If assigned to operate vehicles, must possess the appropriate Texas Drivers License for those vehicles. Certification/License may be required by trade or specialization.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of the Parks Grounds Crew Leader position is to lead personnel in the inspection and maintenance at Zilker Park and the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

Other relevant duties include but are not limited to:

Assist supervisors with daily work assignments, schedules, and incidents. Perform low frequency safety inspections and addresses deficits. Drive a truck/trailer combo and other City of Austin service vehicles. Operate department maintenance equipment and hand tools. Support volunteer groups and special events Assist the general public with questions/concerns.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements: Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as See Resume will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.

Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.

Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.

Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.

Driving Requirement: This position requires current possession of a Texas Class C Drivers License or to have the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment. External New Hires must meet the City of Austins Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond, and work with participants needs and safety issues.

Other: Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used t fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: All PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range: $22.82 - $25.78 per hour

Hours: Work/Location Schedule Notes: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., to include weekend rotation. Hours vary depending upon Departmental needs. May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends and occasional holidays. May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date: 12/23/2024 Type of Posting: External Department: Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary: Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position: Not Applicable Category: Technical Location: 2101 Jesse E. Segovia, Austin, TX 78702

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience: Experience coordinating, supporting, and delegating assignments for large volunteer work groups supporting special events ranging from 5,000 to 25,000 people in attendance. Experience supervising, and assigning daily task for ten (10) or more employees Experience operating and maintaining large equipment. Experience providing safety training and completing incident reports in Industry Safe or similar program. Experience working independently while prioritizing and completing projects on large acreage properties. Experience inspecting, documenting, and completing park and playground inspections.

Preferred Skills: Intermediate experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Intermediate experience using Maximo or similar work order software.

Other: Ability to travel to more than one work location. * Duties, Functions and Responsibilities* Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Assigns, directs, and performs grounds maintenance tasks. Assigns, directs, and performs minor and major repairs. Maintains and repairs rock work, concrete. Operates department equipment. Operates hand tools. Operates power tools. Assembles and dismantles portable stages and seating arrangements. Drives and operates vehicles. Assists supervisor with the development of work schedules and plans work activities. Assists the public with questions/concerns. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Fills in for supervisor in his or her absence.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be **