| Purpose: |
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Under direct supervision, administers and implements assigned duties associated with the Parks and Recreation employee and patron Safety Program.
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| Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Serves as a resource for playground, trail, grounds, facility, and pool safety to include: perspective site analysis, playground construction review, park equipment selection, etc.
- Administers basic park patron focused safety programs based on assigned area of concentration.
- Inspects or reviews recreation sites, park grounds, and PARD equipment to include: playgrounds, trails, athletic facilities and aquatic facilities.
- Performs scheduled audits of assigned PARD assets and prepares report of audit results.
- Delivers technical safety and safety awareness training to department employees.
- Monitors facility, reporting, and training compliance with Federal, State, City, and Department safety program regulations.
- Participates in employee and patron incident and injury investigations throughout the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Performs playground safety inspections at City parks with multiple play units. Identifies existence of hazardous material or conditions, submits inspection reports, and takes appropriate action as necessary. Closes playground if a hazard is identified.
- Researches industry applicable safety information to direct timely implementation within Department in an effort to reduce hazards.
- Maintains, reviews, and revises safety standards to ensure compliance with Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations and related standards.
- Prepares and compile information for playground safety and audit reports. Makes recommendations based on research, audit/inspection findings, pre-construction design reviews, and incident investigation findings.
- Reviews plans for new playgrounds and determine if the type of equipment specified is appropriate for the area and meets safety use zones guidelines.
- Notifies contractors and department management of areas of non-compliance.
- Interacts with parents and children to explain safety issues. Conducts incident investigations throughout the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Prepares appropriate investigation reports, recommend corrective action and conduct follow up to ensure proper action taken.
- Collaborates and participates on a team with safety, technical, management, and other Department team members.
- Participates in writing, or modifying, Department Safety Policies to reduce/prevent incidents.
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| Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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Provides assistance and information to Parks and Recreation Department personnel and patron as required. Coordinates the work of employees to ensure safety standards are met.
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of Risk Management
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws
- Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures
- Knowledge of grounds keeping processes, policies, and procedures within the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Knowledge of playground safety standards directed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
- Knowledge in interpreting and reviewing pre-construction plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving
- Skill in investigative analysis
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to conduct equipment safety inspections and site safety audits involving extensive field work.
- Ability to direct and assign work to others.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
- Ability to use tools and equipment used in maintaining safe playground equipment.
- Ability to provide the highest level of customer service.
- Ability to present oral presentations, produce training materials and to deliver training
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees and patrons
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
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Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field Experience in a technical field or other appropriate occupation may substitute for a maximum of four (4) years of education
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| Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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Texas Class "C" driver's license
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