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PARKS/RECREATION MAINTENANCE CREW LEADER (CONSERVATION AND LAND MANAGEMENT)

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PARKS/RECREATION MAINTENANCE CREW LEADER (CONSERVATION AND LAND MANAGEMENT)

Salary

$62,831.63 - $84,440.45 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

25-01843(O)

Department

Parks

Opening Date

05/19/2025

Closing Date

6/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

To supervise, assign and monitor the work of employees responsible for maintenance and construction of natural resource assets and trail system; to interact with citizens and respond to inquiries and comments; to oversee the operation and maintenance of equipment in the assigned area of responsibility; to perform administrative tasks as assigned.

Additional information

The Cincinnati Park Board is looking to find two skilled and passionate individuals to fill Maintenance Crew Leader (MCL) vacancies within our Natural Resources Division.

One opening is within our Urban Forestry (UF) section and will work alongside the Supervisor of Urban Forestry and assigned arborist staff to coordinate, manage, and oversee in-house tree care operations within the City of Cincinnati rights-of-way, Parks, and/or other public properties. This individual will assist in organizing and managing tree care maintenance to ensure tree issues are addressed promptly and that this work is tracked within a geospatial inventory and work order management system. Additionally, the UF MCL will be expected to assist their crews in the field as needed and must be skilled in the use and maintenance of arboriculture equipment such as chippers, aerial lifts, and skid steers. Finally, this individual will also be responsible for providing daily guidance to their crews and helping the UF Supervisor and Lead Arborists develop and implement a training program for forestry staff . Other responsibilities include budget management, assisting with logistics in support of volunteer-based forestry projects, and other related duties as assigned.

The second opening is within the Conservation & Land Management (CLM) section . This individual will work alongside the Division Manager and assigned staff to protect, enhance, and restore the public forests and natural surface trail system within Cincinnati Park Board-managed properties. The CLM MCL will directly supervise an assigned staff of 3 full-time Natural Resource Specialists and 6 seasonal employees. This team will aid the MCL in the development and implementation of land management plans, trail restoration, and oversee volunteers engaged in the award-winning Cincinnati Conservation Stewardship program and controlled bow-hunting program . Other responsibilities include contract management for environmental restoration and trail construction, budget management, community collaboration, and coordination with staff throughout the Department.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs. Listed examples do not include all KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Methods and techniques of management, motivation and persuasion.

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

City personnel policies and procedures, civil service rules and regulation.

Union contracts; grievance procedures.

Basic English grammar, usage and spelling; correspondence formats.

Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Maintenance and construction processes, techniques, and equipment.

Basic technical principles of equipment operation and maintenance.

Methods, materials, and techniques used in grounds maintenance and natural resource management.

Tree and tree hazard identification.

Arboriculture practices and required safety procedures/practices.

Utility vegetation line clearance practices.

Tree and plant pest issues.

Tree and natural resource protection during construction and post construction mitigation.

Principals of habitat management, restoration, and monitoring strategies for forests, meadows, wetlands, streams, and riparian areas.

Principals of trail design, building, and management.

Principals of game management, including applicable state and federal regulations.

Natural systems research, mapping, and monitoring methodology for land management planning.

Ability to:

Supervise, organize and review the work of lower-level staff.

Select, supervise, motivate, train and evaluate staff.

Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.

Prepare clear and concise reports.

Maintain appropriate records.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including contractors, City officials, and the general public.

Operate and maintain all types of construction, repair, and maintenance equipment.

Perform basic mathematic computations.

Use computer for data base, CAGIS, spreadsheets and word processing.

Operate assigned vehicles.

Display knowledge of tree hazards and issues including insect and disease identification.

Properly design, and install, and maintain natural resource assets including landscape trees, forests, prairies, and trails. plantings.

Conduct and supervise tree care operations including tree inventory and risk assessment. Identify and prioritize hazard trees.

Oversee utility pruning operations on Parks property.

Advise, communicate, and oversee development and mitigation impacts to natural resources.

Develop and implement natural resource management and operation plans.

Organize, develop, and oversee wildlife and land management programs.

Use a wide variety of specialized hand and power tools to troubleshoot and maintain land management equipment.

Required Education and Experience

To qualify based on option two of the required education and experience, you must attach your transcripts, or your application will be rejected.

Each applicant must have a High School diploma or GED and three years of full-time experience in horticulture, forestry, wildlife biology, environmental science, natural resources, conservation or a related field.

An Associate degree or a minimum of 18 semester credit hours in horticulture, forestry, wildlife biology, environmental science, natural resources, conservation, or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Driver's License. Ability to obtain an Arborist Certification (International Society of Arboriculture), Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (International Society of Arboriculture) and a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License within twelve (12) months of employment (Ohio Department of Agriculture).

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions; work with machinery, around moving vehicles; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to dust, exhaust fumes, toxic chemicals.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate lifting and carrying; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.

Note: Passing a Civil Service examination is required as part of the selection process for this position. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive instructions on how to complete the exam.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

01

Given the choice, would you rather fill the vacancy within Urban Forestry or Conservation and Land Management, or do you not have a preference?

02

Describe your experience with developing training, tailgate safety talks, or leading job site briefings.

03

Describe your supervisory experience, including how many direct reports you have had, and briefly what their roles were.

04

Describe any heavy equipment you are proficient in operating, maintaining, and training others in the use of, and include the years of experience for each.

05

Please indicate your highest level of education. If you are using your education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must attach your transcripts to be considered.

+ High school diploma or GED

+ Associate's Degree (transcripts must be attached)

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ Doctorial Degree

+ None of the above

06

How many years of full-time experience do you have in horticulture, forestry, wildlife biology, environmental science, natural resources, conservation, or a related field?

+ One to two years of experience

+ Two to three years of experience

+ Three to four years of experience

+ For or mor years of experience

07

Describe your experience in horticulture, forestry, wildlife biology, environmental science, natural resources, conservation or a related field.

08

Describe your background in conducting tree risk assessments, determining maintenance needs, prioritizing crew workloads and conducting job hazard briefings.

09

What is your experience with rope and saddle climbing, using SRS or MRS systems, and teaching/instructing new climbers?

10

Describe your familiarity with the local floral and fauna of Cincinnati, including your experience creating, leading, and conducting ecological and/or trail restoration projects. Please include the goals, successes, and failures from those projects, what was learned, and attach any examples you may want to share.

11

Describe your experience working with volunteer or community-led teams or organizations.

Required Question

Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm