Foreman V: Centralized Mowing

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Foreman V: Centralized Mowing

Open Date 5/21/2025 Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining Division Venues Parks and Arts Location Facilities & Grounds Reports To Operations Manager - Grounds Schedule Monday-Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM (Spring/Summer), 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (Fall/Winter). Schedule subject to vary based on departmental need. Pay Rate up to $57,096/annually Description

SALARY: up to $57,096 annually

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM (Spring/Summer), 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (Fall/Winter). Schedule subject to vary based on departmental need.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs administrative, supervisory, and professional work of the Central Mowing Program, Graffiti Abatement Program, and property management program involving DCI and other City properties. Assists the VPA Grounds Manager in other daily park operations including the leaf program, snow removal, and park / cemetery mowing.

As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Seasonal supervision of part time employees and (2) Teamster Group Leaders. Additional temporary duties assumed when filling in for other managers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.
• Supervises the Central Mowing Program, which includes the scheduling and assignment of mowing Code Enforcement citations, City owned properties and properties held by Economic Development.
• Supervises the Graffiti Abatement Program, which includes daily contact with City residents, SBPD, and Code Enforcement.
• Oversees the snow removal and work performed for Economic Development.
• Keeps records and digital documentation of all work performed.
• Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Has the ability to issue citations involving graffiti or environmental violations on private property.
• Addresses concerns and complaints.
• Initiates and implements safety regulations and procedures.
• Prepares and maintains daily, monthly, and annual reports and records, as assigned.
• Maintains all aspects of payroll.
• May serve as a member of various employee committees.
• Direct and supervise Central Mowing crew during all day-to-day operations.
• Work with Central Mowing crew to complete projects.
• Solicit quotes or bids to determine the lowest cost from vendors.
• Work with and oversee jobs that are contracted out to ensure quality workmanship and if completed within scheduled guidelines.
• Assign daily work schedule.
• Generates monthly reports to submit for cost reimbursement.
• Completes work orders.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other superintendents and foreman.
• Take over duties of other supervisors when they are out and direct their crews.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience in landscaping, operations management, or another related field

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Competency in Microsoft Office software.
• Understanding of City policy and operations preferred.
• Able to learn applications and software related to work performance such as City Works, ArcGIS, and more.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION:

• Valid Driver's license required.

EQUIPMENT:

Motorized vehicles for driving and evaluation purposes; calculator; copy and fax machines; computer and tablet; phone or portable radio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is continually required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds as needed. Ability the work in adverse weather conditions requiring and high degree of physical stamina. Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, except when operating power equipment.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED:

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Employee Background check

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Position Requirements Required Background check, Pre-employment Drug Screen About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.

• AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.* EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement

The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

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