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Park Services Manager (0922 Manager I) SF Recreation and Parks REFID#160012
Park Services Manager (0922 Manager I) SF Recreation and Parks REFID#160012City and County of San Francisco • San Francisco, CA, US
Park Services Manager (0922 Manager I) SF Recreation and Parks REFID#160012

Park Services Manager (0922 Manager I) SF Recreation and Parks REFID#160012

City and County of San Francisco • San Francisco, CA, US
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Park Services Manager (0922 Manager I) SF Recreation and Parks

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Parks and Open Space, the Park Services Manager oversees a geographical area within San Francisco consisting of various public parklands, natural resources, open spaces and department facilities. The essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :

  • Manages a Park Services Area, providing oversight of public parklands, facilities, recreational activities, and events;
  • Recruits, trains and supervises Park Section Supervisors, Gardeners, Gardener Apprentices, Laborers and Laborer Supervisors, Custodial Supervisors, Assistant Custodial Supervisors, Custodians, Public Service Trainees, interns, and volunteers; develops and implements work plans, and evaluates performance.
  • Provides direct management and supervisory oversight to the creation, care, restoration and maintenance of parks, open spaces, natural habitats, native species, landscapes, athletic fields, grounds and supporting facilities and amenities;
  • Provides leadership in developing, carrying out, communicating and enforcing policies and procedures;
  • Works with Project Managers on capital projects, which may involve reading construction documents and plan review, instructing, monitoring, evaluating, and reviewing the work of outside contractors;
  • Leads collaborative efforts with community stakeholders and provides support to partner organizations to further the stewardship of the City's parks and open spaces;
  • Conducts problem-solving requiring analysis of issues that may result in deviations from routine processes, integration of new technology, and / or acquisition of additional resources; and
  • Coordinates Park management with property management and concessions.

Minimum Qualifications :

1. A Bachelor of Art or Science Degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Botany, Landscape Architecture, or related field; AND 2. Five (5) years of professional experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped grounds, sport fields, and / or golf courses, two (2) years of which must include supervisory experience; AND 3. Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Substitution : Verifiable professional experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped grounds, sport fields, and / or golf courses may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years. One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units. Desirable Qualifications : The stated desirable qualifications listed below may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

  • Extensive horticulture knowledge in landscapes utilizing trees, native plants and natural areas.
  • Experience in municipal or commercial irrigation systems design, maintenance and auditing.
  • Experience in collaborating with community groups, commercial property owners, or public boards / commissions.
  • Experience restoring and renovating large public parks, natural areas, commercial landscapes and / or sports fields.
  • Experience in utilizing standard computer software (Word, Excell, Acrobat) to organize and communicate work plans with your supervisory staff.
  • Knowledge (intermediate) of the principles and practices of capital project management; and
  • Ability (strong) to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse staff.
  • Verification of Education and Experience : Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

    Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at.

    Note : Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

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