Trails Coordinator

About the job:

The Trails Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations and coordinating projects for the District’s hard and soft surface trail system for multiple user types. This position works with the Trails Supervisor and trail crew in assessing the operations and maintenance needs of the District’s trails, trail assets, and requirements of trail easements.  Field duties will include trail maintenance of hard and soft surface trails, new trail construction, noxious weed management and native area restoration. 

A day in the life: 

The information provided below encompasses the typical duties and capabilities linked with this classification. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinates and oversees the work of District staff and contractors on new construction and renovation trail projects; responsible for routine maintenance assessments of the District’s trails and trail assets, addressing maintenance needs, coordinating and participating in trail project daily operations, assists in plans, helping prioritize daily crew work; ensures work is accomplished on time.
• Coordinates volunteer events as they arise.  
• Reviews and provides input on plans and specifications for park and trail construction and renovation projects; consults with BPRD NRT Manager, Trail Supervisor, and Planning & Development staff on design in the development of new trails and the selection of various components and materials. Provides information for divisional budget; coordinates contracts; allocates resources; researches and recommends expenditures. 
• Ensures worker and site safety; addresses and resolves safety concerns. 
• Leads trail counter program. Builds counter mounting systems and determines best installation locations. Regularly downloads and manages counter data in TRAFx program. Creates reports including graphs, charts and spreadsheets that help answer questions about trail system user behavior trends.
• Share data with the City of Bend and BPRD staff as requested.
• Assist with presenting trail counter data at Board Meetings.
• Assist BPRD NRT and Planning & Development planning multiple ways, including;  Helps with review and implementation of sign packages and other trail assets to determine correct signage and location placement;  Provides recommendations on trail design and location for new and rerouted trails appropriate to site conditions and easement stipulations. 
• Assists NRT Manager and Trails Supervisor in mapping trails, property boundaries and sign locations information using best practices workflows for GIS software (e.g., ESRI field applications) as they may arise.
• Works with BPRD staff to maintain work order system (e.g., Maintenance Connection) data requirements ensuring accuracy and relevance for reporting metrics. 
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Contributes to a positive and constructive work environment. Performs other job duties as assigned. 
• Aligns with the District’s goals of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to accept and integrate feedback graciously and give effective feedback to team members.
• Reports child abuse and suspected child abuse as a mandatory reporter under Oregon law.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skill and Ability to:

• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person;
• Work independently while also able to work cooperatively with others;
• Safely operate equipment, mowers, tractors, hand and power tools; 
• Provide excellent customer service to contractors, vendors, staff and other stakeholders;
• Effectively understand and follow oral and written instructions; 
• Exercise initiative and good judgment; 
• Demonstrate leadership, organizational, planning and problem-solving skills; 
• Effectively lead and direct others; 
• Effectively handle difficult situations and people;
• Proficiently use specialized software application and operate a variety of office equipment including computers; and
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and respectful working relationships with all contacts.  

Requirements

What We’re Looking For: 

Education, Experience, and Training: 

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent 2 years of college coursework; Natural resources, outdoor recreation, or related field preferred; AND
• Three (3) years of experience in park maintenance, trails maintenance, operations and construction, natural resources, forest management, or construction; OR 
• Two (2) years of experience managing trails construction, operations and maintenance projects; OR
• Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

Licenses and Certifications: 

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid Basic First Aid/CPR certification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a valid Public Pesticide Applicator’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a chainsaw certification.

Supervisor received:  

Works under the supervision of the Trails Supervisor. Follows standard processes and procedures without supervision but confirms changes to standard practices and significant decision in advance.

Working conditions:

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification.

• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather including heat, cold, humidity, wind, snow, and rain.
• Exposure to various hazardous chemical, fumes, and high noise levels.
• Daily standing and walking over uneven terrain, such as parks and trails with up/down inclines, paved and unpaved surfaces for sustained periods of time.
• Safety equipment, including shoes, gloves, reflective vests and eye protection are required.
• Daily operation of a motor vehicle on public roadways.
• Safety equipment, including shoes, gloves and eye protection are required.
• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and constant use of hands and arms and may require overhead reaching.
• Occasional lifting, moving, dragging, pushing and carrying of heavy objects (up to 50 pounds unassisted).
• Occasional crouching, crawling, bending, kneeling, climbing or balancing.
• May require working for emergency call-outs or snow removal during off duty hours including some holidays.

Selection Process: 

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.  

Equal Employment Opportunity:  

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

Application consideration and wage calculation: 

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application materials and any submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation. Incomplete information may result in disqualification and/or affect your starting wage.    

Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies: 

All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.

• Accountability • Customer Service Orientation • Safety • Judgment and Decision Making • Teamwork and Cooperation • Results Orientation • 

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application and submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the information we use for our evaluation. Applicants are asked to provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran’s preference.