the County's open space system, which includes more than 16,000 acres of open space and more than 250 miles of public trails, as well as the County's park system with five regional parks, eight neighborhood parks, and six paved multi-use paths. In addition, the Department works closely and collaboratively with private organizations and public agencies within the county that manage and preserve open space lands, parks, and protected environmental sanctuaries including Marin Municipal Water District, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California State Parks, and National Marine Sanctuaries.
The County's park and open space systems are enjoyed by millions of visitors annually. ABOUT THE
POSITION We are now hiring for the 2024 Summer Season! If you enjoy working outdoors and want your work to have a positive impact on the environment, then you will want to apply for our Landscape Services Worker I Assignments: Seasonal Trail Maintenance Technician operate a variety of maintenance tools and equipment to perform carpentry, construction, masonry, and trail maintenance.
Seasonal Vegetation Maintenance Technician perform a full range of Park and Open Space maintenance work including veg-management, fire road pruning, erosion control projects, gate, entry & sign maintenance, drain maintenance and repairing winter storm damage. All Assignments: Constructing barriers, fences,
signs, gates and other structure projects; drain cleaning, trash removal, hand and power tool operations; grass cutting, brush removal, tree pruning for wildfire fuel reduction; learning the safe operation of a variety of 4 x 4 trucks, light, medium and heavy equipment, hand and power tools; performing heavy, physical labor in resource enhancement and facility projects; representing the district, providing information to the public; working with Rangers, Crew Leaders, other Seasonal Assistants and Volunteers.
Various job-related trainings will be provided over the course of employment. You will be working with an outstanding team of professionals that include Maintenance Equipment Operators, Seasonal Assistants, and volunteers.
To learn more about the requirements for this opportunity, please see the Landscape Services Worker I class specification. The season is anticipated to start March 18, 2024, and end December 14, 2024. These positions may end prior to December 14, 2024, if funding ceases or the work is complete. The typical work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:30pm. This is a 37.5 hour/week assignment. Occasional Saturday work for volunteer events is required with advance notice. Report to Lucas Valley Field office, 18 Jeannette Prandi Way, San Rafael.
ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidates will have personal and professional integrity, be highly organized, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service by working effectively with all visitors and members of the public. The successful candidate will be able to work with a small crew or independently for extended periods in remote locations, off-hours, and weekend schedules, and outdoors in any weather conditions. We are looking for someone who has experience in training others in work and safety procedures, using sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines, and safely using hand and power tools, including chainsaws in urban and backcountry locations.
A background using light equipment and power tools (including chainsaws, motorized equipment such as tractor mowers, mini-excavators, and motorized wheelbarrows) is ideal, as well as experience in construction and completing labor tasks such as digging and hauling materials. Skills in leading seasonal staff, volunteers and contract crews and being able to keep accurate records of their work is necessary. The ability to work well as part of a group and independently while maintaining good communication with co-workers is an important element of the position.
Some knowledge of how road and trail maintenance equipment work, vegetation management, basic water dynamics associated with erosion control and Best Management Practices associated with fire road and trail maintenance is also highly desirable. Highly Desirable Licenses: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles is highly valued at time of appointment. Possession of a valid Class B or A Driver's License is also highly valued.
( California DMV information ). The Minimum Qualifications for Seasonal Maintenance Technician (Landscape Services Worker I): Six months of experience in landscape and/or parks maintenance work. Completion of 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of training and/or education in horticulture, park or landscape maintenance or development may be substituted for the experience outlined above. ABOUT THE PROCESS As this recruitment is for seasonal employment, applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received and on an as needed basis.
Qualified candidates may be contacted by the department for next steps in the process. Please note that only those candidates contacted by the department will receive notifications regarding this recruitment process. Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of acceptable applications have been received. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process.
Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your account to view these emails. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires that affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker relate training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PDN-9adbd4c7-d5d5-464d-882f-4a64f4a07542
the world. In its third decade as a park, public awareness and enjoyment of this exceptional place continues to grow. The Park Maintenance Manager is responsible for the management of existing Presidio assets that include public spaces, recreational facilities, trails, historic walls, Trust equipment, and other programmatic spaces.
This includes but is not limited to overseeing the maintenance of park roads, sidewalks, trails, visitor facilities, signage, and equipment, following applicable guidelines, regulations, and sustainable practices. A key priority for this position will be developing and supporting a highly motivated, high performing ten-to-fifteen-person team that is customer
service oriented and prepared to own the responsibility for maintenance and operations of the wide range of municipal assets assigned. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate a combination of strong interpersonal skills, excellent staff management skills, and partnering effectively with other Trust departments to maintain effective stewardship of Presidio municipal assets.
This is a full-time position with benefits and a starting pay range of $154,995 to $169,555. The starting base salary is dependent on the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Applications received by December 26, 2023, will receive first consideration. Responsibilities Direct all operations and delivery of
maintenance services for developed and undeveloped park land, roads, trails, and sidewalks.
Lead staff organization, operations, and services. Coordinate and schedule all street sweeping operations. Oversee staff support of a wide array of requests including graffiti abatement, traffic control, special event support, homeless encampment clean-up, spill response, traffic calming measure installation and maintenance, heavy equipment operations (e. g. backhoe work supporting other Departments), masonry repairs/replacements, and mechanical maintenance for Trust fleet, from lawn mowers to backhoes. Work proactively to support a positive work environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork.
Direct maintenance for roads; public area refuse/trash pick-up; mobile/fixed equipment repair; playground equipment repair; material inventory management; signage shop; site furnishings maintenance; graffiti removal and special events support. Work collaboratively with staff in the Trust Department of Park Design, Construction and Engineering on park projects. Manage annual work programs. Direct, review, and evaluate, through line supervisors, a large maintenance staff and their work. Responsible for Department safety and training programs. Maintain and coordinate effective working relationships with staff in other departments and outside agencies.
Manage contracts to support Trust on the completion of maintenance services for park land, roads, trails, and sidewalks. Required Qualifications Minimum five (5) years of experience in the management of park maintenance programs; or eight (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance of park infrastructure including five (5) years of supervisory and management experience. Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment employed in maintenance operations related to roads, trails, signs, masonry, and related areas.
Demonstrated ability to lead and work on interdisciplinary teams. Ability to organize, develop and direct technical staff. Ability to perform supervisory functions including conducting evaluations, providing training and development, disciplining employees, and making retention or dismissal decisions. Knowledge of current health, safety, and accessibility laws and standards. Knowledge of principles and practices of warehouse and inventory management. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Excellent customer-service orientation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. Ability to manage a maintenance program and maintenance activities including preventive maintenance. Experience managing staff and ability to work in a collaborative team. Ability to supervise and backss employees, recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and assigning appropriate work. Ability to organize, manage, and motivate a large, diversified maintenance organization to operate as a high performing team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, contractors, the general public and others.
Knowledge of contract administration and procurement procedures. Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to changing needs and priorities. Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's license. Desired Qualifications A passion for the mission and values of the Presidio Trust. About the Department Our mission is to keep the infrastructure of this beautiful park in excellent shape by providing outstanding customer service to everyone we meet. We are proud of our role in making the Presidio successful and look forward to welcoming you to help us continue to excel.
Background & Driver's License Investigation and Review The Presidio Trust has identified this position as subject to an employment background investigation which shall consist of a review of applicable county, state and Federal criminal and civil records, state bankruptcy indexes, driver's license. An individual's granting of a background investigation and resulting report is voluntary. However, employment in this sensitive position is contingent upon the successful completion of an employment background investigation. The Presidio Trust may refuse to hire an individual, may rescind an offer of employment to an individual, or may review and terminate the employment of a current employee not successfully completing the background investigation.
Financial Disclosure This position requires the completion of the U. S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report , both as a New Entrant into the position and annually thereafter. The purpose of the financial disclosure system is to assist employees and their agencies in avoiding conflicts between official duties and private financial interests or affiliations. The Presidio Trust is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive benefits package.
To apply, download the employment application from our website at www. presidio. gov/presidio-trust/jobs and submit your application to our email address listed on our website.
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