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11 POSITION APPLIED FOR: Date: Employment Application City of Cody P.O. Box 2200 ~ Cody, WY 82414 Name Last First Middle Street/Mailing Address: City St Zip Email Address: Work Phone: Home Phone: Cell Phone: List other names, if any, used on employment or education records: Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status? □ Yes □ No Are you 18 yrs or older? □ Yes □ No Are you under the age of 14? □ Yes □ No For Temporary/Seasonal Hire – Please complete the following. Dates Available for Employment: From to Have you ever been convicted of a felony? □ Yes □ No If yes, describe in full detail, giving dates (Criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment, but will be considered in relation to specific job requirements.) Have you ever worked for or are you currently working for the City of Cody? □ Yes □ No If yes, please give dates and department(s): Prior Position(s): Reason(s) for leaving: Do you have any relatives working for the City of Cody? □ Yes □ No If yes, please give their name, department and relationship: P E R S O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N Parks Supervisor ---PAGE BREAK--- E D U C A T I O N School Name and Address of School Course Circle Last Year Did You List Diploma Of Study Completed Graduate or Degree(s) High 8 9 10 11 12 □ Yes □ No College 1 2 3 4 □ Yes □ No Other (Specify) S P E C I A L S K I L L S Special Skills Relating To The Position For Which You Are Applying: (clerical skills, heavy equipment operating skills, etc.) C E R T I F I C A T I O N S Driver’s License: If required for this position: Do you have a valid Driver’s License? □ Yes □ No State: License Number: Expiration Date: Do you have a Commercial Driver’s License? □Yes □ No If yes, specify: Class: B, C) Endorsements Held: Hazardous Material □ Tanker □ Airbrakes □ Passenger □ (Please check all that apply) Other (specify) Certificates: (CPA, PE, Boiler Operator, Life guard, etc) Name and address of Licensing Agency Type of License Endorsement/Restriction (if applicable) Date Licensed Date Expires (if applicable) ---PAGE BREAK--- E M P L O Y M E N T H I S T O R Y Employment Experience Instructions: Begin with your present or most recent job and list your entire work experience with emphasis on experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Include military service and any volunteer work which provided experience that would help you qualify. If the space below is not adequate, you may continue this section on a separate sheet of paper. This information must be completed. Notice to Applicants: Information that you provide on this application is subject to verification. Previous employers may be contacted as references or for verification. Do you want to be informed before we contact your present employer? □ Yes □ No Current Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE INFORMATION I certify that all information provided in this application is true and complete. I understand misrepresentation or omission of facts during the application or selection process may disqualify me from further consideration and may be cause for dismissal. I understand the City of Cody may conduct a background investigation, which may include obtaining information as to my character, reputation, and mode of living. This may include interviews with my relatives, neighbors, friends, former employers, schools and others. I understand I have the right to make a written request within a reasonable time for the disclosure of the name and address of any consumer reporting agency which may be utilized in the background investigation so I may obtain a complete disclosure of the nature and scope of the investigation. I authorize the investigation of any or all statements contained in this application and also authorize any person, school, current employer (except as previously noted), past employers and organizations named in this application to provide relevant information and opinions that may be useful in making a hiring decision. I release such persons and organizations from any legal liability in making such statements. I understand that if I am extended an offer of employment it may be conditioned upon my successfully passing a complete pre- employment physical examination. I consent to the release of any or all medical information as may be deemed necessary to judge my capability to do the work for which I am applying. I understand that I may also be required to successfully pass drug and alcohol screening examinations. I hereby consent to pre- and/or post-employment drug and alcohol screens as a condition of employment, if required. I have read, understand, and by my signature, consent to these statements. I authorize investigation of all information contained in this application. Signature of Applicant Date (Revised 2013) References: List three references, excluding relatives, who have knowledge of your ability to perform this job. Name of Reference Complete Mailing Address Telephone Number Years Acquainted ---PAGE BREAK--- Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Cody Job Description Title: Parks Supervisor Code: 220 Department: Parks/Recreation/Public Facilities Effective Date: Division: Administration Last Revised: 5/2011 GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of general administrative, supervisory and journey level maintenance duties related to planning, coordinating and directing all phases of park and pathway management and beautification, construction & repair. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Parks/Recreation & Public Facilities Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Provides supervision to Parks Maintenance Workers. This position oversees full time, regular part time and seasonal employees. The division structure is such that each full time employee has experience in parks maintenance, in Irrigation, and Carpentry. Regular Part-Time workers, temporary and seasonal laborers assist the full time employees on projects and daily tasks. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manages the day-to-day operations of the city parks division; determines and recommends project priorities; specifies work schedules and deadlines, allocates equipment and vehicles essential to complete projects and determines materials needed to complete specified objectives; allocates personnel and equipment resources as needed to assure timely project completion. Reviews performance and makes recommendations regarding job retention, advancement and discipline; initiates and participates in the recruitment and selection of division staff; develops and conducts staff training. Performs general administrative duties of the division; maintains comprehensive work records, collects information and data for various reports; prepares reports and statistical analyses to aid and plan an evaluation of parks programs. Prepares division budget recommendations, makes cost projections, drafts bid specifications and reviews proposals; reviews billings for accuracy; monitors inventory of parts and equipment; assures division compliance with established budget limitations and allocations; manages division purchasing processes; requests and reviews proposals for services; may apply for and administer grants, monitors compliance. Plans, designs and directs the construction of various park facilities such as pavilions, shelters, picnic areas, play equipment, benches, bleachers, ball fields and other facilities, etc. Monitors the need for applications of fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, soil conditioner, and other turf maintenance procedures; supervises and performs spraying of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and pesticides to control undesirable growth, rodents, and pests; As city forester, performs and/or coordinates field supervisory duties monitoring staff or contractors engaged to carry out tree and shrub planting program; coordinates and participates in planting of lawns, trees, shrubs and other greenery; supervises pruning and trimming projects; assures adherence to watering schedules; monitors health condition of trees, shrubs and other horticulture; evaluates diseases and analyzes and makes decisions for the treatment of unhealthy trees, shrubs and related greenery; coordinates greenhouse operations in preparation for annual plantings. Directs the installation maintenance and repair program of water sprinkler system for all parks; supervises and directs mowing, watering and aeration of parks turf; tours projects to determine work progress and general condition of grounds. Works with various citizens, organizations and businesses to coordinate and schedule reservations, coordinate special events or projects in city parks and ball fields; responds to public questions, explains park procedures and policies, and resolves disputes among citizens utilizing parks facilities; receives and receipts rental payments. ---PAGE BREAK--- Performs as a field or project supervisor and crew member as needed; operates trucks, mowers, loaders, tractor, sweeper, bobcat, backhoe, forklift and related equipment. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: A. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in urban forestry, parks and recreation operations, recreation resource management or related field and three years of full-time parks management experience with at least two years of supervisory experience, OR B. Four years full-time parks management experience with at least two years of supervisory experience Supervisory experience in a local government park, trail, forestry, athletic fields, or open space system is highly desirable. Certification with the International Society of Arboriculture, Wyoming commercial driver's license and pesticide applicator's license are required within 12 months. OR C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of maintenance equipment such as backhoe, loader, dump truck, mowers, tractor, power overseeders, aerators, thatchers, welder, trimmers, etc.; landscape and sprinkler system design; flow pumps; of hazards and related safety precautions associated with equipment operations; of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and pesticides, and proper application of the same; of turf and greens management; plumbing methods and practices; general architectural engineering principles and practices; legal environment associated with building operations, i.e., OSHA and ADA; carpentry; current methods, principles and practices of building construction, maintenance and repair; equipment and materials used in construction and maintenance operations; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment; hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities; legal environment related to safety and risk management practices and principles; personnel management, current building codes, standards; of interpersonal communication skills. Skill in the operation of various types of light equipment such as riding rotary mower, front end loader, tractor, backhoe, etc., basic mechanics, basic electrical and plumbing operations, basic carpentry. Ability to recognize and identify common weeds and pests; ability to recognize and identify diseases common to turf and greenery; ability to effectively apply chemicals for the abatement and eradication of noxious weeds and insects; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates, staff and supervisors from other City departments, and the public. 3. Special Qualifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Wyoming Class C Drivers License. Certification through the International Society of Arboriculture is desirable. Must obtain a private pesticide applicator license within six months of employment. 4. Work Environment: Incumbent of the position generally performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Periodic tasks may require variety of physical activities, generally involving some muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting etc. Talking, hearing and seeing essential to the performance of the job. Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity required. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Frequent local travel required in normal course of job performance.