Parks and Facilities Administrator

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

PARKS AND FACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR

Department: Parks and Recreation

Pay Grade: 117

FLSA Status: Exempt

Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for managing park and athletic facilities operations for the department. This position reports to the Parks and Recreation Assistant Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans, schedules, and implements the maintenance of city athletic facilities, cemeteries, and parks.
• Oversees the maintenance and custodial services of community centers, athletics, other facilities.
• Oversees the acquisition, maintenance, and operation of tools and equipment.
• Recommends and monitors budgets.
• Exercises direct supervision over assigned personnel.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; three (3) to five (5) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a state-certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License within six months of employment.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Possession of or the ability to readily obtain a valid CPR/First Aid certification within six months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of athletic field design and turf maintenance.
• Knowledge of maintenance of artificial turf.
• Knowledge of irrigation design and installation.
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of park and playground maintenance.
• Knowledge of stone trail construction.
• Knowledge of current practices and procedures used in equipment and facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of herbicide, pesticide, and fertilizer applications.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety requirements.
• Knowledge of City and Department rules and guidelines, relevant laws, and program objectives.
• Knowledge of budgeting practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of personnel management and supervision.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Knowledge ofcomputers and job-related software programs.

• Skill in the application of chemical pesticides and fertilizers.
• Skill in the performance of building maintenance activities.
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to train, supervise and evaluate the work of others.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in various indoor and outdoor environments, occasionally in cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold, hot, or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

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Closing Date/Time: 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central