ASSISTANT TOWN PARKS DIRECTOR 4294

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists the Town Parks Director in the planning, organization and supervision of the operations and maintenance of a large system of town parks and beaches. The employee directs and coordinates the activities of a number of work crews engaged in the maintenance of the grounds, equipment and facilities at town parks, beaches and marinas. The incumbent is also responsible for assisting in the preparation of the departmental budget, the supervision of payroll, purchasing and accounting functions for the department and the planning and development of new parks. Supervision is received from the Town Parks Director, who evaluates performance through frequent consultation, conferences and review of written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assigns and coordinates the activities of park work crews engaged in the maintenance of park grounds, ballfields and playground equipment and the construction and repair of buildings, boardwalks and marinas at town parks and recreational facilities;

Inspects parks to determine maintenance needs;

Confers with subordinate crew leaders on problems involved in the operations of the parks;

Makes recommendations to the Town Parks Director on improved procedures and work schedules and needed equipment and supplies;

Receives and investigates complaints from the public on the condition of park facilities;

Participates in discussions with the town engineering and planning departments and professional consultants in the design, planning and construction of new parks and recreational facilities;

Requisitions supplies and equipment required for the operation of the department;

May prepare drafts of bid specifications for specialized equipment and materials used in park maintenance and for construction and other work to go out on contract;

Assists in the preparation of the department budget and annual reports;

Assists in the supervision of the payroll, accounting and recordkeeping activities of the department;

Represents the Director at administrative meetings and conferences.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of park and beach management; thorough knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of the grounds, equipment, buildings and other facilities of parks, beaches and marinas; good knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of public administration, budget preparation and office management; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of a large staff of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare comprehensive statistical and narrative reports on departmental operations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental heads, public officials and the general public; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of administrative experience that includes at least four (4) years overseeing the planning, design, and/or coordination of facilities project management activities. 

NOTE: Additional education from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State may be substituted for the general administrative experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. Education may not be substituted for the four (4) years overseeing facilities project management activities.

R011/09/20

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive