EXPANDED SCOPE
FOR
COUNTY
PARKS SUPERINTENDENT PR 1,2,3,4,5,6
PARK SUPERVISOR I OC & PR 4,7,8,9,10
PARK SUPERVISOR II OC & PR 4,5,6,7,8,10
SENIOR COUNTY PARKS SUPERINTENDENT PR 1,2,3,4,5,6
1.
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in directing the
activities of a large subordinate staff, including subordinate supervisors.
Questions relate to the personal interactions between an upper level supervisor
and his/her subordinate supervisors in the accomplishment of objectives. These
questions cover such areas as assigning work to and coordinating the activities
of several units, establishing and guiding staff development programs,
evaluating the performance of subordinate supervisors, and maintaining
relationships with other organizational sections.
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE
TECHNIQUES AND PRACTICES - These questions test for a knowledge of
management techniques and practices used in directing or assisting in directing
a program component or an organizational segment. Questions cover such areas as
interpreting policies, making decisions based on the context of the position in
the organization, coordinating programs or projects, communicating with
employees or the public, planning employee training, and researching and
evaluating areas of concern.
3.
EDUCATING
AND INTERACTING WITH THE PUBLIC - These questions test for knowledge of
techniques used to interact effectively with individuals and/or community groups,
to educate or inform them about topics of concern, to publicize or clarify
agency programs or policies, to negotiate conflicts or resolve complaints, and
to represent one's agency or program in a manner in keeping with good public
relations practices. Questions may also cover interacting with others in
cooperative efforts of public outreach or service.
4.
GROUNDS
MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING TURF, TREES AND SHRUBS - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in grounds maintenance
and may include such areas as turf grass planting, fertilizing, and
maintenance; tree and shrub selection, planting, transplanting, trimming and
maintenance; snow and ice control; and safe operating practices involved when
performing grounds maintenance activities.
5.
OPERATION
OF PARK FACILITIES - These questions test for knowledge of the practices
and procedures involved in operating park facilities and may include such
typical areas as job safety, grounds and equipment maintenance, prioritizing
work schedules, inspection and repair of park playgrounds, picnic areas,
swimming facilities, public restrooms, hiking trails, and other park
facilities, water and wastewater line repair, proper use of hand and power
tools, revenue collection, customer and employee relations, and proper handling
of emergency situations.
6.
PREPARING WRITTEN
MATERIAL
- These questions test for the ability to present information clearly and
accurately, and to organize paragraphs logically and comprehensibly. For some
questions, you will be given information in two or
three sentences followed by four restatements of the information. You must then
choose the best version. For other questions, you will be
given paragraphs with their sentences out of order. You must then
choose, from four suggestions, the best order for the sentences.
7.
MAINTENANCE
OF BUILDINGS AND EQUIPMENT - These questions test for knowledge of
the principles and practices involved in the overall maintenance, construction,
and upkeep of the typical structures, buildings, and equipment found in park
facilities; and may include such areas as proper maintenance and repair of
buildings, roadways, trails, flood control and drainage structures, minor
mechanical and electrical systems maintenance, and safe operating practices.
8.
INSTALLATION,
MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR OF RECREATION AREAS - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the
installation, upkeep, maintenance and repair of park and recreation facilities,
including such areas as picnic facilities, playgrounds, athletic and playing
fields, trails and walkways, sanitary facilities, and lawn care and grounds
maintenance.
9.
PUBLIC CONTACT
PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES - These questions test for knowledge of
techniques used to interact with other people, to gather and present
information, and to provide assistance, advice, and effective customer service
in a courteous and professional manner. Questions will cover such topics as
understanding and responding to people with diverse needs, perspectives,
personalities, and levels of familiarity with agency operations, as well as
acting in a way that both serves the public and reflects well on your agency.
10.
SUPERVISION - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices employed in planning,
organizing, and controlling the activities of a work unit toward predetermined
objectives. The concepts covered, usually in a situational question format,
include such topics as assigning and reviewing work; evaluating performance;
maintaining work standards; motivating and developing subordinates;
implementing procedural change; increasing efficiency; and dealing with
problems of absenteeism, morale, and discipline.
The New York State Department of Civil Service
has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may
find information in the publication "How to take a written test"
helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm
USE OF CALCULATORS
IS ALLOWED
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