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Home My WebLink AboutCemetery SupervisorUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Cemetery Supervisor Department: Parks & Recrea�on Division: Cemetery Supervisor: Parks & Recrea�on Director FLSA: Exempt Civil Service: No Pay Grade: 27 Job Number: 2714 Job Summary Under direc�on, supervises and directs work crews, and par�cipates in the opera�on and maintenance of the City’s Oakland Cemetery and related areas. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Develops, maintains and coordinates policies for the opera�on of the division. • Listens and responds to complaints, sugges�ons and ideas from the general public regarding division ac�vi�es. • Supervises and par�cipates in year-round maintenance of cemetery grounds, buildings, and other assigned areas. • Prepares division budget and monitors expenditures; reviews and approves opera�ng expenditures. • Prepares and recommends cost es�mates for capital improvement projects; serves as project manager when assigned. • Maintains cemetery grounds and other related areas including construc�on, cement work, plumbing, electrical work and carpentry. • Provides for or performs repairs and maintenance of equipment, small tractors and atachments, gas powered lawn mowers, cord trimmers and edgers and chain saws. • Operates light and heavy trucks and tractors with a variety of atachments. • Directs and assists with internments and disinternments; prepares graves, sets up tents and chairs and assembles equipment for graveside services. • Shows and sells burial plots; maintains computerized records of lot sales, burials and loca�on of burials; assists public with deed transac�ons and lot repurchases. • Receives funeral service informa�on from funeral directors or family members; answers inquiries regarding general funeral services opera�ons. • Maintains proper records and prepares reports regarding personnel, purchases, projects, safety, etc. • Removes snow and ice and distributes salt and sand on cemetery roads, sidewalks and several other bridges and walks in assigned areas. • Responds to requests for family history informa�on. Updated: March 2024 • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs other du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in community park, cemetery, or grounds management. • State of Iowa Commercial Pes�cide Applicator Cer�fica�on within six months of hire. Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, propor�ons, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. • Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. • Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to make analy�cal decisions based on department policy standards. • Ability to perform basic mathema�cal calcula�ons and measurements. • Ability to read and comprehend maps, City ordinances, and equipment manuals. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists. • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. • Knowledge of cemetery rules and regula�ons. • Knowledge of general construc�on methods including basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical construc�on, and landscaping. • Knowledge of turf and ground maintenance. • Skill in opera�ng and maintaining heavy and light equipment used in cemetery maintenance. • Skill in scheduling, assigning and supervising the work of subordinates. • Skill in the use of hand and power tools. • Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Updated: March 2024 Supervision Assists with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a program function or unit for the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervising direct reports including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; writing and delivering performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and terminating employees. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves moderate exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Juli Seydell Johnson, Parks & Recrea�on Director (4/2024) Updated: March 2024 I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________