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Salary :

$77,807.00 - $99,280.00 Annually Location :

245 State St SE Grand Rapids, MI Job Type:

Permanent Job Number:

360-0725 Department:

Parks and Recreation Opening Date:

07/30/2025 Closing Date:

8/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Nature of Work The purpose of this job is to supervise skilled and semi-skilled trades mechanics, seasonal employees, and outside contracted services engaged in the maintenance and repair of City of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Department-owned buildings, facilities, pools, water features, and grounds. Provides day-to-day operations, predictive and preventive maintenance, lifecycle and capital planning, asset management reports, space utilization and design, and all remaining items pertaining to improving the built environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Specific to Parks & Recreation

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Provides facilities asset management Provides regular reporting of Preventive and Reactive Maintenance on all Parks & Recreation Department facilities assets Manages day-to-day operations for Parks & Recreation Department facilities in asset registry Manages internal staff and contracted staff, which includes approving time sheets, leave, and overtime; determining work assignments and schedules; conducting performance evaluations; and ensuring safety program implementation Conducts routine Parks & Recreation Department facility tours and inspections Ensures a high level of customer service and quality control Meets with facility tenants if issues or complaints are issued Organizes and maintains Parks & Recreation Department facility asset registry Determines accurate facility replacement value and adjusts to economic and regional cost escalation Establishes annual funding requirements to properly maintain Parks & Recreation Department facilities within industry standards and best practices Establishes efficient life cycle planning for each Parks & Recreation Department asset Develops, maintains, and delivers comprehensive facilities operating budget Maintains detailed Parks & Recreation Department facility breakdown and adjust operational and capital planning accordingly Works with Parks Department Project Manager to develop project scope and facility needs across the Department. Work includes attending prebid, preconstruction, and construction progress meetings. Conducts inspections during the course of construction projects to ensure built project meets design expectations Keeps project disruptions to a minimum and assists with finalizing closeout process of each project Manages all Parks & Recreation Department artwork and facilitates acquisition of furniture and equipment Ensures safety hazard monitoring and oversees required inspections and testing Enforces all environmental OSHA, MIOSHA, and applicable EPA standards safety standards Serves as primary contact for all Parks & Recreation Department facility issues Performs related work as required

View the full job description . Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Facility Management or a related field. AND Five (5) years of related work experience in one or more of the skilled trades and considerable lead or supervisory experience. OR Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Required Licenses or Certifications Complete International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Certified Facility Manager (CFM) accreditation within two (2) years after meeting prerequisites

Other Information We Offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit) Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options Twelve Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Sick Time Paid parking (if applicable) Employee Home Ownership Incentive Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application.

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. 01

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Facility Management?

Yes No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please identify the field of study of your bachelor's degree. If you answered "No", please write N/A. 03

Do you possess five (5) years of related work experience in one or more of the skilled trades?

Yes No

04

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience and in what trade(s). If you answered "No", write N/A. 05

Please indicate the number of years of experience you possess in supervising.

Less Than 1 Year 1 - 2 Years 3 - 4 Years 5 - 6 Years 7+ Years

06

Please list any certifications or licenses that you possess that relate to the Facility Supervisor position. If you do not have any relevant certifications or licenses, please write N/A. Required Question