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Home My WebLink About7.065 PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 20250316PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 7.065 Class Specifications for the Class: PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR FII-03, BU-02 Duties Summary: Supervises the development, care, maintenance and beautification of county parks, playgrounds, other recreational areas, and landscaped areas surrounding public buildings in a geographical district; supervises the care and maintenance of equipment; makes recommendations for improvements to existing buildings; supervises the operation and maintenance of passenger type power mowers; and performs other duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility for supervising the development, care, maintenance, beautification and power mowing operations of county parks, playgrounds, recreational areas, and landscaped areas surrounding public buildings in a geographical district. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). • Plans and makes work assignments for the development, maintenance and beautification of parks, playgrounds, and other recreational areas; • Conducts periodic inspections to see that parks, recreational areas, facilities, and landscaped areas are in proper condition; • Determines schedules for the application of herbicides/pesticides and assures that schedules are adhered to; • Keeps records pertaining to work activities to include chemical application job records showing hours worked, chemicals used, equipment used, areas treated, weather conditions, etc.; • Maintains tools, equipment, and materials; • Makes recommendations for improving existing recreational areas and facilities; • Prepares requisitions for materials, equipment, and supplies; PART I PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 2 7.065 • Maintains complete and accurate inventory records of pesticides/herbicides; • Makes estimates of time and labor costs; • Reviews the work of subordinates; provides training on work methods and techniques; • Inspects buildings and other park facilities for necessary repairs and initiates work orders as needed; • Reviews, prepares, and submits reports; • Maintains effective relationships with the public and provides general information as requested; • Listens to and resolves complaints; • Initiates and enforces safety regulations; • Attends division and special meetings as needed; and • Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; the general care of plants, flowers, shrubs, trees, etc.; types of fertilizers and their use; the use of insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides in the care of park grounds; operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment and tools. Ability to: Plan assignments, direct and review the work of others in the care, maintenance and repair of park grounds, buildings, equipment, and other facilities; plan, layout and develop landscaped areas; prepare cost estimates for materials, tools and equipment needed for maintenance work; keep records, prepare reports, and maintain an effective working relationship with subordinates and the general public. PART I PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 3 7.065 This is the first specification for the class PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR, effective March 16, 2025. Approved: April 16, 2025 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 7.065 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR FII-03, BU-02 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and • one (1) year and three (3) months of experience in the care, maintenance, and beautification of parks, grounds, and landscaped areas; and • two (2) years of supervisory experience. Qualifying Supervisory Work Experience: Work experience which includes planning, directing, assigning, and reviewing the work of others; advising subordinates on difficult program areas; timing and scheduling subordinate work; and training and developing new employees Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in horticulture, landscaping industry or a related field from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). PART II PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 2 7.065 B. An Associate’s degree in horticulture, landscaping industry or related field from an accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement. C. A Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, landscaping industry or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement. D. A Master’s or PhD degree in horticulture, landscaping industry or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the human resources staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that they have the ability to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered. License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Hawaii type 3 or equivalent) and any other appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Departments/Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. PART II PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 3 7.065 Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is the first specification for the class PARK MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR, effective March 16, 2025. Approved: April 16, 2025 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources