Career Opportunity
The city of Las Vegas is accepting applications for Parking Technician Supervisor. This position supervises, assigns and reviews the work of staff and contractors responsible for maintaining, repairing, and making improvements to city parking facilities and specialized machines and equipment; oversees and participates in all work activities; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Type of Examination: A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from a recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list, and must be worked on individually by the applicant only. The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.
ELIGIBLE LIST: You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list.
Study guides are not available for this particular test. Examination content will be based on the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this job posting.
Selection Process: Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job." Some positions may require preliminary background checks.
Essential Functions:
Experience:
Three years of experience in the maintenance and/or parking field. At least one year of supervisory experience over a maintenance function, parking facility, or trades field preferred.
Training:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Additional specialized training in maintenance, mechanics, or a skilled trade, as well as supervisory courses, is desirable.
License or Certificate
Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.
Within 15 days of initial hire, provide documentation of completion of an OSHA-30 course in construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor.
Possession of a Flagger certification from the Nevada Department of Transportation within six months of time of appointment, and maintenance thereafter.
Employee must attend training in work zone safety measures as requested by department management.
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of parking facilities and their operations.
Tools, materials, methods and procedures used in the construction, repair and maintenance of parking facilities, parking meters, and gated revenue control devices.
Basic principles of cash handling, chain of custody, and cash reconciliation & auditing.
Basic principles and practices of the plumbing, heating and air conditioning trades.
Basic principles and practices of the cement, carpentry, painting and wall finishing trades.
Applicable mathematical principles.
Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of assignment.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Modern and complex principles and practices of facility maintenance.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Purchasing and contract administration principles and procedures.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
Skills in:
Working independently with minimal supervision.
Using initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, recommending best options and implementing approved solution in support of goals.
Communicating explanations of projects and service expectations to both staff and contractors.
Managing multiple contracts and assignments.
Meeting critical deadlines.
Meeting project schedules and deadlines.
Setting and adjusting priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
Planning, organizing and prioritizing assignments.
Preparing clear and concise reports.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including city officials and the general public.
Competencies
Supervisor Competencies
Professionalism - Models core values by being honest, respectful and positive; continuously demonstrates the core values of the city; supervisory actions are collaborative whenever possible and intended to grow the city's capacity at an individual, unit, division and/or department level.
Managing Performance - Takes responsibility for own and assigned employees' performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring regular feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.
Decisiveness - Willingness to make difficult decisions in a timely manner.
Developing and Empowering Others - Willingness to delegate responsibility; coaching assigned employee to develop their capabilities.
Facilitating Partnerships - Builds community and partnerships both inside and outside the organization.
Forward Thinking - Anticipating the consequences of situations and decisions; taking appropriate action to be prepared for possible changes.
Providing Support - Provides the tools and creates a supportive environment that allows others to successfully complete their work.