Assistant Superintendent-Grounds - Golf Course- Parks & Rec. Dept

City of Port St. Lucie

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
POSITION SUMMARYThe City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.This position is Essential and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.The starting salary range for this position is $24.11 - $27.72, depending on qualificationsUnder the general direction of the Manager, Golf Course Maintenance, responsible for overseeing maintenance work of the City-owned golf course. Works a varied shift including weekends and holidays. Hours subject to change. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the CityThis position requires scheduled/unscheduled overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays and/or immediate response to emergency conditions.ESSENTIAL DUTIESThe following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
  • Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Parks and Recreation Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
  • Schedules and oversees the routine maintenance operations of the golf course.
  • Assists superintendent with the maintenance of entire playing surfaces of golf course, i.e., greens, tees, fairways, slopes, bunkers, practice greens, and driving range.
  • Assists with the maintenance of landscape of main entrance roads, parking lots, and clubhouse.
  • Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget of the golf course.
  • Oversee the maintenance of aquatic weed control and washout levels of lakes.
  • Assists with the plans, designs, and installs irrigation systems, and drainage systems for golf course.
  • Maintains records and ensures accuracy of all fertilization and pesticide application files.
  • Assists with the maintenance of current irrigation and drainage systems.
  • Assists with the daily maintenance of the clubhouse, restrooms, floors, trash, etc.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in a horticulture related field is preferred. Minimum of two (2) years progressive experience in maintenance and care of a golf course with an emphasis on irrigation system repair and chemical and fertilization practices required. A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a clean driving record are required, with the ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days from the date of hire.
  • Possession of a valid State of Florida Pesticide Applicators license is required or the ability to obtain it within twelve (12) months from the date of hire.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of the Department and the City's functions as related to policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Knowledge of landscape and turf maintenance, installation, and related equipment.
  • Knowledge of job-related software as required by the Department and Microsoft Word processing software.
  • Skill in operation and preventative maintenance of the tools and equipment related to the position.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors, officials, and the public.
  • Ability to operate farm tractor with spreader and sprayer, self-contained spray unit, electronic master controller, and cutting tools.
  • Ability to operate general office equipment.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to complete daily worksheets and keep records.
  • Ability to supervise crews.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor under adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute and apply rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw to practical situations and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  • Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
  • Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
  • Ability to stay centered when challenged.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Steel-toe or composite shoes are mandatory.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, heights, and stressful situations. The employee is exposed to heights up to 30 feet.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.12 paid holidays per yearVacation Leave:
1-3 years- 10 days
4-9 years- 15 days
10-19 years- 20 days
20+ years- 25 days
PT employees accrue depending on hours worked
Personal Days:
2 days for non-exempt employees per year
3 days for exempt employees per yearSick Time:
FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
PT employees accrue 4 hours per monthRetirement Plan:
The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental InsuranceOptional Benefits:
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Plan
Supplemental Life
Legal insuranceThe of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.

City of Port St. Lucie