Discussion and Consideration of Adding a Parks & Grounds Specialist to the Wage Study Scale, Approve the New Job Description and Approve the Memorandum of Understanding updating the Wage Scale – Motion to Approve

300 Railroad St. PO Box 259 Tiffin, IA 52340 P. 319-545-2572 F. 319-545-4147 www.tiffin-iowa.org PARKS AND GROUNDS SPECIALIST Parks and Grounds Specialist City of Tiffin Job Code: City of Tiffin Dept/Division: Public Adopted: 01/20/2026 Works/Parks AFSCME Salary Grade: $62,142.98 - Manager Level: Managerial $71,455.00 Annually; $29.87 - $34.35 Hourly FLSA Status: Non-exempt; Full-time, Reports to Position: Director of Public permanent Works Physical Demand Rating: Light to Moderate City Overtime Status: Non-exempt Work Environment: Controlled Pre-employment Testing: Drug and health screening after contingent offer Position Testing: Knowledge and skills test. Personal Protective Equipment: None Standard Word, Excel; Job Fit Assessment Job Description The Parks & Grounds Specialist is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the City’s parks, recreational facilities, and public spaces to ensure a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for residents and visitors. This position performs a variety of tasks including landscaping, maintenance of grounds and facilities, and minor repairs. The Parks & Grounds Specialist works under the supervision of the Public Works Director and contributes to the aesthetic and functional quality of Tiffin’s outdoor spaces. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Park and Facility Maintenance: • Maintains city parks, trails, playgrounds, sports fields, and public grounds by performing tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, and mulching. • Conducts routine inspections and maintenance of park equipment, playground structures, restrooms, picnic shelters, and other public facilities. • Assists in setting up, breakdown, and cleanup for community events, ensuring facilities are prepared and safe for public use. • Performs minor repairs on equipment, fixtures, and park amenities as needed, coordinating with the Public Works Director for more extensive repairs.