Job Title: Division Supervisor – Landscape (Engineering & Public Works)
VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG
Human Resources Department
101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL 60193
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Division Supervisor – Landscape (Engineering & Public Works)
Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position schedules, this position directs, and performs professional forestry and grounds activities, including maintenance on all village-owned trees located adjacent to village buildings and on any village-owned rights-of-way; tree trimming, tree planting, tree spraying, tree identification, and tree disease analysis; routine maintenance of all village owned grounds, including parkways and areas surrounding public buildings; develops and coordinates reforestation program; participates in the selection and maintenance of all types of plant materials, including flowering plants, shrubs and bushes, and turf grass. This position also is a shift leader in the Snow and Ice Control program; responds to emergency conditions; develops short- and long-term work schedules; and oversees implementation of the division’s budget and work projections.
JOB DUTIES:
- Develops and coordinates a schedule of daily, weekly, and monthly work activities to be performed, and reports accomplishments of scheduled work activities. Verifies work crew progress and follows up to make sure the job is completed correctly and on time. Hears and resolves employee issues.
- Requires direct involvement in construction activities and operating knowledge of all equipment within the department.
- Anticipates existing or potential problems, circumstances, activities, or events that may/will affect the department and keeps the Superintendent – Field Services, Assistant Director and Director apprised of them.
- Receives and responds to service requests from internal and external customers; assumes unique responsibility for direct and often face-to-face contact with customers on a wide range of public works issues.
- Creates an environment that encourages innovation and continued learning. Coordinates an effective training schedule for subordinates in work practices, proper equipment operation and maintenance, and safety issues in the workplace.
- Establishes and communicates clear and meaningful performance standards and expectations to employees. Evaluates subordinate workers’ job performance and disciplines subordinate workers as needed. Supervisory responsibilities include setting up performance standards; training and developing subordinate employees; assigning and directing work; monitoring productivity and conduct, providing feedback and assessing performance; issuing discipline; handling and responding to complaints and grievances; and ensuring compliance with village and departmental policies, rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Acts as Duty Division Supervisor in a weekly rotation with all Division Supervisors and has a general working knowledge of all public works functions for response to emergencies. This position serves an on-call role and is the first point of contact during after-hours and responds to a wide range of calls including but not limited to building alarms, water main breaks, sewer backups, or street light knockdowns.
- Gathers information, uses facts, data, and quantitative measurements to assess outcomes, proposes solutions, tracks quality, and enables improvement. Makes proper judgments and/or decisions and uses resources efficiently and effectively.
- Performs snow and ice control functions and aids in emergency operations such as floods and wind or rainstorms; aids in planning and executing labor forces during special events.
- Thorough knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures, employee manual, labor contracts, department’s standard operating procedures, and safety practices.
- Supplies proper input on divisional budgets and prepares new item justification forms as required. Tracks divisional accounts and procurement card usage.
- Decides which work must be done by outside contractors; selects contractors; arranges for work to be done.
- Attends and takes part in job-related meetings and professional organizations.
- Discusses, sets up, and distributes clear, attainable written goals and objectives for the unit. Understands and communicates the broad organizational/institutional goals and priorities to staff. Defines and evaluates the unit’s accomplishments within this context.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Associate’s degree or equivalent credit hours towards a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in urban forestry, agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, or a related field.
2. A minimum of three years of experience in a Public Works Department with a thorough knowledge of skilled maintenance and construction work with considerable experience in forestry and landscape.
3. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience coordinating a range of activities undertaken by others that involve directing, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of staff in a lead capacity.
4. Certification as an Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture or ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire.
5. Possession of a commercial pesticide applicator’s license in the category of “Ornamentals” from the State of Illinois Department of Agriculture or the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire.
6. Possession of a valid State of Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire.
7. Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.
STARTING PAY RATE: $44.72 – $54.79 per hour based on 40-hour workweek. Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $44.72 – $64.85.
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
BENEFITS:
The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package with coverage that begins on the first day of employment and includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The Village also provides paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, succession development, and more.
ABOUT THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG:
The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.
Our Core Values are the heart and soul of how we operate. Customer service, integrity, respect, teamwork, and trust are the values we dedicate ourselves to with the goal of providing excellent services and programs to meet the needs of our community and those within our organization. They guide our actions and serve as the framework for the decisions and contributions we make every day – at every level. Each member of the Schaumburg team is valued, belongs and provides essential services to the residents, visitors, and businesses of Schaumburg. We are proud of the rich diversity of the Schaumburg community, and we want employees to bring their own unique capabilities, experiences, and characteristics to their work in serving the community. The characteristics of humility, empathy, respect, and open-mindedness are cornerstones of our organizational culture. The success of the village depends on our employees, and we are committed to helping employees continue growing and developing in their careers.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to background checks and a criminal history investigation. The top candidate will need to successfully complete the post-offer qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).
Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 847-923-3900.
The Village of Schaumburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer
