Park Superintendent

Job Summary

Mohave County Destination Development and Parks department is looking to fill the position of Park Superintendent at Davis Camp in Bullhead City, AZ.

About the position:

Performs first line supervisory and administrative advanced level work involved in the management, planning, customer service, coordinating, and ensuring park security and public safety while operating the County owned parks.

• Manages all Park operations including RV and lodging services, park events, park special permits, park repairs and improvements and park security.
• Manages all vendor services in the Park.
• Oversees law enforcement functions in the Park.
• Manages Park parking, traffic circulation, and traffic access including implementing temporary traffic and parking control measures as necessary under Park events or peak demand periods.
• Performs capital improvement project management.
• On-site residency may be required with housing provided

CompensationRange 18/Steps 1-8 ($26.93 - $33.12)

• Must pass pre-employment background screening.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.

Proud to Offer:

Paid Time Off (PTO):

• 11 Paid Holidays.
• End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).

Retirement Benefits:

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day.
• Deferred Compensations Programs (optional)

Comprehensive Wellness Program:

• Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events
• Marketplace Discounts
• Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative staff work such as: scheduling; cash handling; customer service; maintaining records; preventative maintenance; responding to requests for information or services; preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and budget materials; and assisting in the development of policies, procedures and training.
• Completes performance evaluations; may make hiring recommendations; recommends disciplinary actions; approves vacations and time off; prepares work schedules and assignments; supervises the activities of assigned personnel; monitors reports and recordkeeping activities filed by assigned personnel for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines; instructs personnel in departmental policies, procedures and techniques; and provides training.
• Conducts and/or arranges for training and development programs for park staff.
• Attends meetings and conferences in conjunction with other local agencies.
• Assists in performing various skilled and unskilled park maintenance activities to include, but not limited to, trash cleanup, restroom cleanup, landscaping and turf care, cabin / vacation home and recreational area clean up, snow removal, tree trimming, electrical wiring, plumbing, and construction.
• Operates a variety of mechanical equipment and hand tools during the performance of maintenance activities.
• Assists in performing various skilled and unskilled park maintenance activities to include, but not limited to, trash cleanup, restroom cleanup, cabin and recreational area clean up, snow removal, tree trimming, electrical wiring, plumbing, and construction.
• Operates a variety of mechanical equipment and hand tools during the performance of maintenance activities.
• Assures a safe, clean, well-maintained park facility through the efforts of a properly supervised and trained staff.
• Provides an efficient operation that stays within budget constraints which assures fiscal control and accountability.
• Analyzes financial information and operational requirements in order to plan, prepare and manage the park’s operating budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED (General Education Degree).
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible park operations or natural resources administration experience.
• One (1) year supervisory experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in park administration management, recreation, hospitality and tourism management, natural resources, or related field is desirable.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional
• Certification as a law enforcement officer by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification (AZPOST) Board.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment used in enforcement of park operations, maintenance and security.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in business management, cash handling, and customer service in park and hospitality services.
• Relevant laws, rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement in general and specifically to the park operations.
• Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to parks operation and general maintenance work.
• Principles of providing leadership, supervision, training and evaluation for park staff.
• First aid methods and procedures.
• Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.

Skill in:

• Safe and effective operation and maintenance of law enforcement equipment to include firearms.
• Safe operation and handling of a motor vehicle in adverse traffic conditions, weather, terrain and high-speed driving.
• Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.

Ability to:

• Protect the public and enforce the laws in a park with due regard for the rights and safety of individuals, the preservation of property, and the maintenance of good community and interpersonal relationships in compliance with established laws, policies, procedures and regulations.
• Apply training, experience and common sense to identify potentially dangerous situations, to make effective logical decisions, and to exercise the appropriate measure of tact or force to resolve dangerous or emotionally charged situations with minimum injury to self and others and minimum damage to property involved.
• Set priorities, assign, schedule, train, supervise and evaluate work activities and to persuade assigned personnel effectively.
• Maintain safe and efficient parks operations.
• Plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates.
• Plan and proactively manage business activities, cash handling, and customer service.
• Make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Comprehend, retain and recall factual information.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice and desire to help when dealing with people.
• Retain control of a vehicle under emergency conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, other law enforcement agencies and the public.
• Prepare accurate, complete and legible reports and to present detailed, accurate and objective oral statements and responses to questions.
• Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.

Benefits

Mohave County has an extensive benefits package with exceptional health, wellness, and work/life balance offerings, financial & retirement benefits, comprehensive leave program, and more. Check out our Benefits Guide for full details! ********************************

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

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