Parks Grounds Crew Leader (Encampment Abatement/Parks and Recreation Department)

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 Driver’s 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.

Thepurpose of this Parks Grounds Crew Leader position is to oversee a crew performing encampment abatement tasks in and around City of Austin parks grounds and facilities.

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) will 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.
• Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up 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 mist. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.

Other Information:

• Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to 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.
• 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.
• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: 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
Hours
Work/Location Schedule Notes:

• Monday through Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date 10/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Central Maintenance Complex, 2525 S Lakeshore Blvd Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience leading a crew performing large scale encampment abatement services in a park like setting.
• Experience operating small and heavy equipment as it relates to the position, such as weed eaters, blowers, litter sticks, power washers, mowers, etc.
• Experience operating a truck and trailer while hauling large payloads and heavy equipment.
• Experience ensuring crew members perform detailed pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Experience ensuring crew members utilize appropriate PPE when performing site cleanup.
• Experience assessing and reporting condition of park or work area for items such as cleanliness, damages, and/or safety issues.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals experiencing mental health and medical emergencies.
• Experience using iPads to create, complete, and close out work orders.

Preferred Knowledge:

• Knowledge of safety standards when performing encampment abatement.
• Basic computer competency utilizing Microsoft Office and Excel.

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 rockwork, 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 able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of grounds keeping processes, policies, and procedures within the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in grounds services.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction techniques.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to operate power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials to assigned work area.
• Ability to read and follow floor plan sketches and diagrams.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent and three (3) years experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services, at least one (1) year of which includes crew experience. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• yes
• no

* Please describe your experience leading crews performing encampment abatement on parks grounds and facilities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience utilizing small and heavy equipment for site clean up services.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience operating a truck and trailer combination?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas driver license. Do you have a valid Texas driver license or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas driver license by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s 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. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Resume Optional Documents

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