Park Foreman

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County Parks proudly manages eight parks with15 miles of multi-use trails, 1,500 acres of parkland, two beaches,three dog parks, 45 holes of disc golf, the Fox River Water Trail,historically accredited mansions and cultural facilities at KemperCenter. As our community grows, the Kenosha County Parks have become adestination for our local and regional visitors. The Kenosha CountyParks Division takes pride in the quality of services, recreationalvenues, and numerous special events hosted within the park system. Ourworkforce is passionate and takes pride in being recognized as one ofthe best park systems within the state of Wisconsin! Come be a part ofour team! Kenosha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2025 HiringRange: \$58,657 - \$69,263 The Kenosha County Park Foreman assists thePark Superintendent in performing supervisory duties by organizing,directing, and leading the work of a crew of park maintenance workers.Work Schedule This is a full-time, year-round, salaried position. Hoursare first shift, generally Monday through Friday. Typical hours will be6:00 AM 2:30 PM. Rotating weekends and ability to work holidays.Position Summary and Job Duties Establish work schedule and maintaintime and attendance records for crew. Lead crew on projects andmaintenance operations which include turf maintenance, weed prevention,grounds equipment, equipment evaluations, parts ordering, etc. Operatespecialized equipment including pickups, dump trucks, tractors, skidsteers, chippers, mowers, and loaders. Assist in planning the building,equipment, and grounds repairs. Participate in planning a preventativemaintenance schedule. Order parts seasonally as well as requiredmaintenance due to equipment failure or damage. Answer questions forpark visitors so their experience at the park is a positive one. Trainnew employees and make sure they understand the safety procedures.Coordinate work efforts with groups, volunteers, recreational programs,and court referral programs. Attend trainings and workshops. Reportunsafe conditions to Superintendent and work to eliminate them. Assistin making sure park events go smoothly and safely. Other duties may beassigned. Success Factors Skill in irrigation. Skill in equipmentoperation, maintenance and repairs. Skill in using computers, includingemail, spreadsheets, Word, and budget tracking. Skill in customerservice, public relations, and communication. Ability to train anddemonstrate what is to be done and expected of staff. Ability to displaypatience and listen to employee\'s concerns. Ability to effectively workwith multiple types of personalities and age groups. Ability to workweekends, nights, and holidays as required, as well as be on call 24/7.Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times. Knowledge ofparks maintenance, grounds, athletic fields, forestry, and mechanicalequipment. Knowledge of safety requirements for projects and coderequirements. Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience Mustbe at least 18 years of age at time of application. High School Diplomaor GED equivalent is required. 5 years of experience in groundsmaintenance/ facilitating in a park environment. Licenses orCertifications Valid Class D driver\'s license with good driving record.Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) Class A obtained within six months ofemployment, with no air brake restrictions. Commercial PesticideApplicator: Turf and Landscape 3.0 certification obtained within sixmonths of employment. Preferred Qualifications Associate\'s degree in arelated field. 10 years of experience in groundsmaintenance/facilitating in a park environment. Or any combination ofeducation, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills,and abilities necessary to perform the job. Benefits Health, dental andvision insurance effective first of month following 30 days ofemp oyment with the ability to reduce premium contribution throughparticipation in a wellness program Flexible Spending Accounts EmployeeAssistance Program Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan:Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includescounty-paid life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance PaidVolunteer Time Physical Demands The physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. The position involves heavy physical demands, suchas exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and up to 50 lbs. offorce frequently. Work involves stooping, kneeling crouching, twisting,turning and reaching; bending at the waist. Indoor and outdoor workenvironment with exposure to weather extremes. SELECTION PROCESS:Application Review - Qualifying. Oral Interview - Qualifying. BackgroundCheck - Qualifying. Physical Examination/Drug Screen - Qualifying. Ifyou require accommodations at any point in the selection process becauseof a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance forarrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County Parks Division,please visit: Applications mustbe submitted no later than Sunday, June 1, 2025. Kenosha County is aWisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participationis required, which includes an employee contribution. The full pay gradefor this position is E6 (\$58,657 - \$80,346). To see why Kenosha Countyis a great place to live, work, and play, please visit: Thank you for your interest in employmentwith Kenosha County! Kenosha County is an equal opportunity employer.\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Skill in irrigation.Skill in equipment operation, maintenance and repairs. Skill in usingcomputers, including email, spreadsheets, Word, and budget tracking.Skill in customer service, public relations, and communication. Abilityto train and demonstrate what is to be done and expected of staff.Ability to display patience and listen to employee\'s concerns. Abilityto effectively work with multiple types of personalities and age groups.Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays as required, as well asbe on call 24/7. Ability to remain professional and courteous at alltimes. Knowledge of parks maintenance, grounds, athletic fields,forestry, and mechanical equipment. Knowledge of safety requirements forprojects and code requirements. 5 years of experience in groundsmaintenance/ facilitating in a park environment. Valid Class D driver\'slicense with good driving record. Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL)Class A obtained within six months of employment, with no air brakerestrictions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:www.kenoshacounty.org/jobs