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Job Description - Forest And Park Supervisor I - Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center at Worcester (250000MV)
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives.
Job Opening:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking candidates for the position of Forest and Park Supervisor I, Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center at Worcester.
DUTIES:
1. Supervises the maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including grounds maintenance, building and equipment maintenance, and repair and removal of hazardous trees or limbs.
2. Inspects the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities to determine their suitability for public use, ensures compliance with safety standards and determines maintenance needs.
3. Patrols recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensures compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies.
4. Issues permits or gives permission for the use of recreational facilities, park areas, etc. and collects related fees.
5. Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.
6. Organizes and implements recreational and cultural programs, including sports competitions, nature walks, shows, etc. for the enjoyment of visitors to the parks.
7. Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court-referred individuals, etc.
8. Determines supply needs; operates and performs routine maintenance on various types of equipment and vehicles; provides information to the general public; interviews candidates for employment; provides on-the-job training; and uses small hand tools.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
2. Knowledge of the geographic composition of the assigned work area.
3. Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
4. Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of forestry, parks or recreational management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in forestry, natural resources management or parks and recreation management may be substituted for the required experience.*
*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Primary Location
United States-Massachusetts-Worcester - 3 Paul Clancy Way
Job
Community and Social Services
Agency
Department of Conservation & Recreation
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Multiple
Job Posting
Feb 2, 2025, 4:46:21 PM
Number of Openings
1
Salary
48,279.66 - 64,684.62 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358
Bargaining Unit : 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional
Confidential : No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No
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