🌳 Now Hiring: Parkways Project Coordinator! 🌿  

Do you have a passion for landscape management and public spaces? Are you a skilled project coordinator ready to make a visible impact in your community? Join our team as a Parkways Project Coordinator!  

In this role, you'll oversee landscape contractors, manage large and small projects, supervise utility work, and ensure the upkeep of our beautiful parkway system. Your expertise will help maintain and enhance public green spaces, making a lasting difference for residents and visitors alike.  

🔹 What You’ll Do:   

✅ Oversee and coordinate landscape maintenance contractors  

✅ Manage parkway improvement projects from start to finish  

✅ Supervise utility contractors working in the parkway system  

✅ Ensure the upkeep and enhancement of District assets  

✅ Work collaboratively to maintain vibrant, well-kept public spaces  

🌟 Why Join Us?   

This is your chance to combine project management skills with a love for the outdoors! We offer competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the ability to create beautiful, sustainable landscapes for the community.  

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? Apply today and help shape the future of our parkways! 🌿🚜

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with established safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, community residents, and visitors.
• Always wear appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to sun protection, hearing protection, safety shoes and high visibility clothing. 
• Understands the District’s Purchasing Policies and Guidelines; works with Supervisor and Contract Administrator with all aspects of bidding process including developing clear scopes of work for bidding. 
• Manages assigned landscape projects to ensure contractor compliance with scope, time and budget parameters for the project.
• Manages all aspects of the District’s Landscape Turf Conversion Program including the construction of new conversions as well as the maintenance of existing conversions. 
• Understands and helps to execute the District’s Temporary Access Program. 
• Protects District landscape and associated facilities from work or encroachment by other entities (e.g., utility contractors, County projects, HOA projects etc.), provide direction and review their work.
• Ensure proactive communication of expectations, adherence to Temporary Access Permits, and satisfactory, timely restoration. 
• Identifies, inventories and addresses improvements to landscaping and facilities in the parkways system. Examples include shrub/tree bed enhancements, turf restoration, utility pedestal repairs, sidewalk repairs etc.
• Works closely with Parkways Irrigation Technicians, landscape maintenance contractors and other PROS Sections to achieve successful landscape project results.  
• Establishes productive relationships with industry partners such as Douglas County Public Works, utility companies/contractors, landscape/construction contractors, landscape architects etc.
• Proficiency of relevant we-based software programs. 
• May assist with or lead a team with the construction or maintenance of various landscape projects.
• May assist with locating utilities throughout the Parkways systems.
• May directly assist with smaller maintenance assignments such as litter control, weed management, temp sign enforcement, sod damage collection, sidewalk cleanup etc. 
• May assist in the training and/or supervision of subordinate employees.
• Active member of the District’s snow removal program.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Serves as a member of various employee committees as assigned.  

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: 

• High School graduate or completion of G.E.D. (college education preferred), with a minimum of four years of progressive experience in landscape maintenance industry or related field. 
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and demonstrated desire to learn.
• Broad knowledge of landscaping and irrigation construction/maintenance.
• Ability to use landscape related equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule. 
• Lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. 
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing, including comprehending, following, and transmitting written and verbal instructions. 
• Establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Represent the District in a professional and composed manner. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. 
• Colorado Qualified Supervisor Applicators License or be able to obtain within the first year.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision and direction of the Parkways Supervisor. 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Manages projects and assists in the supervision of outside contractors. May supervise seasonal employees as assigned. 

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Examples of field equipment to be used: tractors, skid steer loaders, pickup trucks, hand and power tools, snow removal equipment, pressure washer, spray units, truck-trailer combination. Examples of office equipment to be used: computers, software, phones, Microsoft products, printers/copiers. 

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and sometimes lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in indoor and outdoor settings. Long periods of sitting, standing, working near moving parts, in all weather conditions may be experienced. The employee periodically works in high, precarious places, and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee may occasionally be exposed to the risk of electrical shock.

WORK SCHEDULE

Generally, the work schedule is between 6:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The work schedule will vary depending on weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and will include some evening, early morning, weekend, and overtime hours.

This position is part of the Metro District on-call/weekend schedule for snow removal and may be part of the Irrigation on-call rotation. This position is required to be on-call and work nights and weekends as scheduled by the Parks Snow Crew Leaders. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; panel interview and reference check; job related tests may be required. 

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

Pre-employment screening includes background check, motor vehicle record, and illegal substances screening.

At the Highlands Ranch Metro District, we prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:

Health & Wellness!

• 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
• 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
• 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.

Work/life Balance! 

• Earn 80 hours of vacation per year (120 hours after 5 years)
• On the date of hire receive 80 hours of sick leave (and each year on work anniversary)
• 10 paid holidays
• 200 hours of medical leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families
• Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement
• Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee

Saving & Planning!

• Pension Plan: 100% contribution employer match.
• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan: Up to 6% employer contribution.
• Post Employment Health Plan: Employer contributes $10 per month.
• Over 1,000 group discounts for employees on everything from legal assistance to cell phone bills to shopping and travel.

We will accept applications for two weeks or until the position is filled.

Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.