Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator

Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator

The Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator is a management position responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance programs for all regional parks in the NOVA Parks' system. The Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator is also responsible for assisting with the management of the Central Maintenance facility, including vehicles, equipment, and materials. Work is performed under the general direction of the Central Maintenance Administrator. Considerable latitude for independent judgment and action is provided. Annual performance goals will be set for the Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator. Hiring Salary Range : $63,426.89 - $72,901.34

Essential Functions (with illustrative examples of work) :

• Assist with management of personnel :
• Plan, direct, and control the work of Central Maintenance employees in the maintenance of park facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Determine workload, assign priorities, schedule employees, and allocate resources.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Develop and implement training programs for employees.
• Analyze and resolve employee work problems through application and interpretation of Personnel Policies.
• Participate in interviews for regular, full-time employment.
• Promote high levels of work performance and employee morale.
• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of a maintenance program :
• Plan, assign, and direct maintenance projects including construction and repair of facilities and buildings.
• Maintain a detailed work order tracking and reporting system.
• Prepare work-in-progress reports for management review.
• Communicate with operations personnel to monitor progress and changes in project status.
• Plan, assign, and direct repair and maintenance of utility systems such as electrical, heating / cooling, and plumbing.
• Plan, assign, and direct repair and maintenance of vehicles, small engines, and heavy equipment.
• Develop and implement plans and procedures for continuous inspections of facilities, structures, equipment, and grounds to measure conformance to specifications and established standards.
• Prepare park standards for various operations.
• Prepare and conduct inspection reports for various operations.
• Coordinate and conduct annual boiler inspections.
• Oversee electrical inspections for waterparks and light shows.
• Maintain and monitor preventive maintenance programs.
• Keep abreast of construction industry standards and relevant state codes / laws.
• Assist with development and management of budget :
• Prepare and recommend annual budget for Central Maintenance.
• Interpret and apply NOVA Parks' policies and procedures to meet personnel, budget, property management, and general service needs of NOVA Parks.
• Execute and monitor operating budget to ensure sound fiscal management.
• Coordinate the procurement of vehicles, equipment, materials, and services.
• Assist with management of Central Maintenance facility :
• Ensure sufficient material and equipment inventories.
• Conduct periodic inventory counts of materials, vehicles, and equipment.
• Apply and interpret safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Ensure security of Central Maintenance facilities and assets.
• Inspect Central Maintenance facilities, equipment, and grounds for hazards and for adherence to NOVA Parks' standards.
• Oversee grounds / facility maintenance.
• Identify maintenance problems and hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Operate various equipment as needed and perform related work including manual labor.
• Maintain knowledge and skill sufficient to assist in trades work such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Perform administrative duties :
• Develop short- and long-term goals and recommend operating objectives and goals, strategies, and implementation plans.
• Investigate accidents, thefts, vandalism, and other violations and file appropriate reports in a timely manner.
• Process invoices, receipts, and purchase orders through web-based accounting software.
• Analyze work efficiency and initiate improvement methods.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of repairs, preventive maintenance, and servicing through web-based maintenance software.
• Advise park management on solutions to park maintenance problems.

Required Qualifications (Minimum) :

Education : Graduation from high school, trade school and continuing education credits.

Physical : Manual work with strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions in outdoor and maintenance shop settings; will perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions, lift and move items equal to or greater than 80 pounds, climb ladders, use various hand tools and operate various mechanical equipment.

Experience : Five years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance supervision, preferably park maintenance or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience which provides :

Duties and responsibilities are designed to be the essential elements of the job. They do not preclude the performance of related, or even unrelated, jobs which may be necessary to properly and efficiently complete all work assignments. NOVA Parks reserves the right to amend job specifications to meet current needs. Benefits : This position is a benefit eligible position. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, and more.

Testing : The Central Maintenance Assistant Administrator position is classified as a safety sensitive position. Candidates for full-time, safety sensitive positions must submit to a pre-employment drug screening and achieve a negative result as a condition of employment.

It is the policy of the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-352-5900 and ask for the Human Resources Department for assistance.