Park Foreman

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County Parks proudly manages eight parks with

15 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 Kemper

Center. As our community grows, the Kenosha County Parks have become a

destination for our local and regional visitors. The Kenosha County

Parks Division takes pride in the quality of services, recreational

venues, and numerous special events hosted within the park system. Our

workforce is passionate and takes pride in being recognized as one of

the best park systems within the state of Wisconsin! Come be a part of

our team! Kenosha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2025 Hiring

Range: \$58,657 - \$69,263 The Kenosha County Park Foreman assists the

Park 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. Hours

are first shift, generally Monday through Friday. Typical hours will be

6:00 AM 2:30 PM. Rotating weekends and ability to work holidays.

Position Summary and Job Duties Establish work schedule and maintain

time and attendance records for crew. Lead crew on projects and

maintenance operations which include turf maintenance, weed prevention,

grounds equipment, equipment evaluations, parts ordering, etc. Operate

specialized equipment including pickups, dump trucks, tractors, skid

steers, chippers, mowers, and loaders. Assist in planning the building,

equipment, and grounds repairs. Participate in planning a preventative

maintenance schedule. Order parts seasonally as well as required

maintenance due to equipment failure or damage. Answer questions for

park visitors so their experience at the park is a positive one. Train

new 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. Report

unsafe conditions to Superintendent and work to eliminate them. Assist

in making sure park events go smoothly and safely. Other duties may be

assigned. Success Factors Skill in irrigation. Skill in equipment

operation, maintenance and repairs. Skill in using computers, including

email, spreadsheets, Word, and budget tracking. Skill in customer

service, public relations, and communication. Ability to train and

demonstrate what is to be done and expected of staff. Ability to display

patience and listen to employee\'s concerns. Ability to effectively work

with multiple types of personalities and age groups. Ability to work

weekends, nights, and holidays as required, as well as be on call 24/7.

Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times. Knowledge of

parks maintenance, grounds, athletic fields, forestry, and mechanical

equipment. Knowledge of safety requirements for projects and code

requirements. Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience Must

be at least 18 years of age at time of application. High School Diploma

or GED equivalent is required. 5 years of experience in grounds

maintenance/ facilitating in a park environment. Licenses or

Certifications Valid Class D driver\'s license with good driving record.

Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) Class A obtained within six months of

employment, with no air brake restrictions. Commercial Pesticide

Applicator: Turf and Landscape 3.0 certification obtained within six

months of employment. Preferred Qualifications Associate\'s degree in a

related field. 10 years of experience in grounds

maintenance/facilitating in a park environment. Or any combination of

education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills,

and abilities necessary to perform the job. Benefits Health, dental and

vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of

emp oyment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through

participation in a wellness program Flexible Spending Accounts Employee

Assistance Program Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan:

Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes

county-paid life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Paid

Volunteer Time 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. The position involves heavy physical demands, such

as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and up to 50 lbs. of

force frequently. Work involves stooping, kneeling crouching, twisting,

turning and reaching; bending at the waist. Indoor and outdoor work

environment with exposure to weather extremes. SELECTION PROCESS:

Application Review - Qualifying. Oral Interview - Qualifying. Background

Check - Qualifying. Physical Examination/Drug Screen - Qualifying. If

you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because

of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for

arrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County Parks Division,

please visit: Applications must

be submitted no later than Sunday, June 1, 2025. Kenosha County is a

Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation

is required, which includes an employee contribution. The full pay grade

for this position is E6 (\$58,657 - \$80,346). To see why Kenosha County

is a great place to live, work, and play, please visit:

Thank you for your interest in employment

with 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 using

computers, including email, spreadsheets, Word, and budget tracking.

Skill in customer service, public relations, and communication. Ability

to train and demonstrate what is to be done and expected of staff.

Ability to display patience and listen to employee\'s concerns. Ability

to effectively work with multiple types of personalities and age groups.

Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays as required, as well as

be on call 24/7. Ability to remain professional and courteous at all

times. Knowledge of parks maintenance, grounds, athletic fields,

forestry, and mechanical equipment. Knowledge of safety requirements for

projects and code requirements. 5 years of experience in grounds

maintenance/ facilitating in a park environment. Valid Class D driver\'s

license with good driving record. Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL)

Class A obtained within six months of employment, with no air brake

restrictions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

www.kenoshacounty.org/jobs