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Position Title:

Natural Lands Supervisor

Job Description:

Performs management duties associated with restoration, maintenance, protection, and enhancement of natural resource areas, trails, and related facilities and amenities in City nature parks and open space lands, supervising semi-skilled work crews and unskilled volunteers in assisting with these duties.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

+ Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

+ Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

+ Paid vacation and personal leave

+ 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available

+ Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

+ A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

+ Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

+ Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES:

+ Land Management: Coordinate and implement natural land management programs, including weed management and recreation management initiatives as directed by the Trails & Natural Lands Director and Operations Manager . Routine maintenance of vegetation and amenities, including use of hand and power tools, operation of equipment such as backhoe, large trucks, utility vehicles and mowers. Ensures equipment is properly maintained and safely operated, and responsible for training of personnel in safe practices. A high volume of field work during relevant seasons can be expected Staff Supervision: Schedules tasks and assigns duties to unskilled, skil­led or semi‑skilled work crews. Recommends changes in resource allocations, priorities, or programs. May prepare payroll and approve leave requests. Makes recommendations to management regarding personnel actions, including performance evaluation, rewards, recognition, disciplinary actions, budgetary matters, equipment needs, etc. Trains and evaluates subordinates. Maintains documentation on performance of all employees under his or her supervision.

+ Public Use Management: Manages use applications and permits, and maintains and disseminates program-related educational and informational resources. Maintains and manages open space signage and way-finding. Responsible for coordination and oversight of volunteer stewardship and research activities. Responsible for public outreach including visitor contacts, presentations at public events and meetings, hosting educational and interpretive outings, and natural area programming.

+ Maintenance Supervision: Supervises maintenance crews of both permanent and seasonal employees. Makes work assignments and ensures completion of projects. Trains and motivates employees on crews. Determines appropriate maintenance schedules and in performing preventative maintenance and restoration of open space lands and assets. May be required to take after-hours calls and call out needed personnel to perform the work.

+ Project Oversight: Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and inspect restoration and enhancement projects to ensure Salt Lake City specifications are being followed. Inspects work in progress, which may include several different areas and projects covering multiple locations. Ensures work meets performance quality standards. Solves performance problems in accordance with established guidelines.

+ Resource Management: Submits and schedules work orders, safety and vandalism reports, material requisitions, maintenance on equipment logs and inspection lists. Performs fixed asset monitoring and tracking to ensure all assets are accounted for, tracked, and maintained. Tracks supplies and materials and recommends purchases as necessary.

+ Routine Maintenance: Performs maintenance procedures, uses hand tools, and may operate equipment such as sanitation truck, backhoe, pick‑up and large trucks, loader, sweeper, tamper and mower, as necessary. Ensures equipment is properly maintained, safely operated. Responsible for safe operations and training of personnel in safety issues.

+ Coordination: May work with other City agencies, public entities, and citizen groups to plan and implement projects or to resolve problems and concerns. May participate in public meetings. Works closely with Special Events before, during, and after to ensure public safety and protection of City property and assets. May act and take on the responsibility of the Manager in his/her absence and when otherwise assigned.Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Three (3) years serving in a paid professional position in natural resources management, environmental education, or a related field. Education in Ecology, Environmental Studies, Recreation Management, or a related field may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis up to two years of experience.

+ Familiarity with best management practices as they relate to natural land management, habitat and native plant restoration, recreation management, and trail construction and maintenance. Ability to work safely and communicate safe work practices to diverse groups in challenging work environments.

+ Possess, or the ability to obtain within 6 months, State of Utah Department of Agriculture Noncommercial Pesticide Applicators License with Ornamental & Turf endorsement.

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card. Possess, or the ability to obtain within 6 months, Class “B” Commercial Drivers License.

+ Ability to make repairs and perform routine maintenance with little supervision, operate chain saws, hand and power tools for landscape maintenance and trail building in a safe manner, and perform physically demanding work, including backcountry travel on foot carrying equipment.

+ Proven effectiveness in communicating, coordinating and resolving conflicting issues with peers, the general public, and other governmental agencies. Ability to coordinate, schedule, and track work activities and staff, collect data, prepare reports and keep records. Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative, self-reliance, time management, and dependability.

+ Ability to communicate effectively and relate to involved public and governmental agencies, sometimes under difficult circumstances.

+ Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook along with specific asset and work management systems of Accela, and time keeping systems.

+ Ability to direct work order monitoring, reporting, load leveling and conduct operational analysis including coordinating a variety of work order requests and projects schedules to meet required time frames.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Specialized knowledge of native and invasive plant species, and prior experience with weed control strategies & techniques including herbicide application.

+ Specialized knowledge of trail layout, construction & maintenance techniques.

+ Prior experience communicating with the public, including volunteers and youth groups.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Moderately heavy physical activity requiring carrying, pushing, pulling or lifting medium heavy weights. Some exposure to spraying of pesticides, spreading of fertilizers, heat, cold, noise, dust and fumes. Occasionally perform physically demanding work, including backcountry travel on foot carrying equipment.

+ Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$27.21 - $47.01

DEPARTMENT

Public Lands

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email [email protected] .

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

+ Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

+ HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

+ Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

+ City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

+ A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

+ Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

+ Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

+ Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

+ 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

+ Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.