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Description

Reporting to the Operations Manager in the Department of Parks and Recreation, this position is responsible for: the administration, planning, staffing and labour required for the maintenance and operation of designated City owned parks, sports fields, playgrounds, outdoor rinks, pathways, boulevards, greenspace & cemeteries.

This position will perform the following duties:  
    Implement and monitor the preventative and ongoing maintenance programs
    Supervising and training subordinate parks personnel
    Serve as Municipal Inspector as it relates to the provincial Forest Resources Management Act and Weed Control Act
    Ensure the completion of accurate and timely horticulture programs
    Developing and managing department policies related to the operation and maintenance of parks and associated maintenance equipment, including public safety
    Prepare necessary budget information and monitor expenditures
    Assist with the development of the Departments equipment reserve budget
    Responsible for the management of the Parks Division Fleet

Qualified candidates will possess:
    Degree or Diploma in the field of Landscaping, Horticulture, arboriculture or equivalent with Provincial Pesticide Applicators Certificate
    Minimum of 2 years experience related to the operation and maintenance of parks and greenspaces, outdoor sports fields, and playgrounds
    Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
    Valid Class 5 drivers license
    Experience with Windows based systems and various Microsoft Office programs
    Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered