Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCV611: Foreman (Parks Area Foreman)

Foreman (Parks Area Foreman)

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV611
6
Local 3908 - Bernalillo County Supervisors (FRMN)
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
25.97 - 32.63 - 41.04 USD Hourly
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,017.60 - $67,870.40 - $85,363.20

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Land Management Section Manager, responsible for a section of County parks, facilities and open space areas. Supervise and coordinate the field activities of workers engaged in park maintenance, park development and open space projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervise County park maintenance crews and schedule maintenance functions for areas maintained. Establish and schedule priorities, special maintenance and development activities. 2. Responsible for performance evaluations, issuing disciplinary actions, handling employee complaints; recommending the hiring, termination and promotion of staff. 3. Train employees in the operation of equipment, to include the use of a central irrigation control system, machines and power tools and in the proper use of chemical fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides. 4. Inspect parks and evaluate routine maintenance work and other projects including concrete work, welding, irrigation repair and installation ensuring duties are properly performed. 5. Plan and coordinate usage of parks and facilities with community groups, sports leagues, schools and other public entities for summer, year-round and special events. 6. Recommend major and minor repairs or development needs and provide technical assistance in new construction design. 7. Resolve on-site difficulties and ensure smooth work operations. 8. Assist in the development of budget; order and purchase materials; monitor expenditures and project costs; and prepare monthly reports. 9. Ensure OSHA compliance and safety of workers and the general public. 10. May assist maintenance workers in completing work tasks and in the repair of equipment and tooling. *The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate Degree, plus five (5) years of work experience in groundskeeping or general facility maintenance with two (2) years experience in a supervisory capacity, OR a combination of post-secondary education and experience totaling seven (7) years experience in grounds keeping or general facility maintenance with two (2) years experience in a supervisory capacity. Must possess journeyman sprinkler license or equivalent. Must be able to obtain a 3A, 3B or 6B Public Applicators License within six (6) months from the date of hire. Must be certified in Backflow Prevention. Must have knowledge of the activities and practices involved in the maintenance of park facilities and of horticultural practices. Must have knowledge of the use and care of a variety of equipment and tools used in park maintenance. Must have the ability to schedule a maintenance program for lawns, trees, etc. Must have the ability to plan, schedule, train, and direct the work activities of others engaged in park maintenance. Must have the ability to establish objectives, recommend procedures, and/or methods for cost effective programs. Must have the ability to perform the manual labor required of this position. Must have the ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting department policy and in staff supervision matters. Must have the ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions. Must have t he ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, co-workers and the general public. Must have the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written English.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following: 2. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination. 3. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County. 4. Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license while employed in this position; a CDL Class A driver’s license is preferred but not required. 5. Employee must be able to obtain a 3A, 3B or 6B Public Applicators License within six (6) months from date of hire and possess and maintain all other applicable licenses. 6. Employee must be able to work flexible hours and be on-call as necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Work is performed outdoors, with exposure to natural weather conditions year round. 2. Worker is exposed to occasional noise and vibration factors in the operation of equipment. 3. Worker is exposed to dust, fumes, and mists. 4. Work is performed on even and uneven terrain. Surfaces may be wet, dry, natural ground or paved. Work may be performed on inclines and occasionally on ladders. 5. Work hazards include dust, chemicals such as herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, and power equipment and ladders. 6. Works as part of a crew and under general direction.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

1. Office work to include, but not limited to, computer literacy and ability to utilize fax and copy machine. 2. Utilizes the following tools and equipment: sickle mower, push mower, sprayer, weed-eater, power blower, pruning shears, ladders, pick-up trencher, front loader dump truck, power rake, power sign machine, sod cutter, and tractor with various attachments (aerate, rake, spreader, gang mower and sprayer), and assorted hand tools utilized in grounds maintenance. 3. Gloves, goggles, boots, dust masks, ear plugs and occasionally respirators are utilized in performance of essential duties. 4. Operates County vehicle as necessary on a daily basis. FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS **NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your capability to do the job. On the other hand, if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate a physical or mental impairment, you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate. MENTAL FUNCTIONS 1. Ability to use reason and judgment in assignment of tasks. 2. Ability to communicate work assignments and to supervise the work of others. 3. Ability to apply knowledge of the use of tools, equipment and materials in a safe manner in the performance of essential duties and to instruct others in the safe application of tools and equipment. PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS 1. Ability to stand and/or walk up to four hours at one time, and up to eight hours total per day. 2. Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally from ground to waist level. Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently from grounds to shoulder level. 3. Ability to bend at waist and twist/rotate waist if necessary for up to one-third of work day. 4. Ability to crouch and kneel frequently. 5. Ability to work with arms extended and bent for up to four hours at one time, and seven and one-half hours total per day. 6. Ability to push/pull with arms with a force of up to 50 plus pounds. 7. Ability to climb ladders and work from ladders while trimming trees or shrubs. 8. Ability to coordinate use of hands and eyes in performance of essential duties.
This position is omnibus. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
Revision: 8/21/2025 1:40:29 PM