Park Maintenance Supervisor (10-25)

Overview

POSITION WILL CLOSE AFTER RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS OR OCTOBER 23, 2025, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Class specifications are descriptive summaries of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification and outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class.

Definition

Under direction, directs, coordinates, and supervises the activities and operations of the maintenance and care of City parks, grounds, medians, landscaping, and facilities; implements maintenance policies and procedures; outlines, assigns, and determines work projects; ensures safe work practices; performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Park Maintenance Supervisor is the supervisory level classification responsible for overseeing the Park Maintenance Division. The incumbent plans and schedules staff assignments and monitors work production. This class supervises the maintenance and care of City parks, grounds, medians, landscapes, and related facilities; plans and schedules staff assignments and monitors work production. The incumbent provides ongoing monitoring of service delivery and manages several maintenance contracts. This classification is distinguished from the Park Manager, which has overall responsibility for the administration and management of all park and tree maintenance operations.

Supervision Received / Exercised

Receives direction from the Park Manager. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and inspects the work of crews engaged in maintaining parks, park equipment, City grounds, and facilities; prunes trees and shrubs using power tools; fertilizes grounds; replants and removes trees and shrubs; provides animal care; applies pesticides; picks up trash and maintains park buildings and facilities; outlines unusual work assignments and special projects according to general instructions; coordinates and provides liaison to contractors; inspects completed work.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; evaluates work methods and procedures for improving Division performance and meeting goals; ensures that goals are achieved; forecasts the needs and resources of the Parks Division; assists in assessing current and long-range goals and objectives.
• Participates in the selection and training of Park Division personnel; assumes responsibility for motivating and evaluating assigned personnel; provides or arranges for necessary training; initiates discipline procedures as appropriate.
• Participates in the development of the Park Division budget; prepares reports; monitors Division budget; oversees and maintains the inventory, maintenance, and operating condition of departmental tools, equipment, and supplies; requisitions and orders needed materials, parts, and equipment.
• Determines work assignments and utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials; recommends equipment and supplies; purchases materials and supplies as required; maintains a variety of records.
• Prepares and administers contracts for park services; prepares bid specifications for contract services; ensures that services are performed in keeping with contract provisions.
• Evaluates service needs, equipment, work methods, and operations, including park development / redevelopment; serves as project manager for various projects; evaluates maintenance procedures and services to determine effectiveness; recommends changes to increase effectiveness to meet departmental objectives.
• Receives and investigates service requests; determines and ensures appropriate disposition; investigates and reports on matters related to claims made against the City.
• Evaluates and recommends work projects and activities; estimates time, materials, and equipment necessary for successful completion of work; identifies and reviews resource needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.
• Coordinates activities with a variety of City Departments.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state / local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Other Duties

Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and repetitive hand movement. Requires near and far vision for inspecting work and operating equipment. Must lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more. Outdoor work in all weather conditions; exposure to fumes, dust, and air contaminants; potential exposure to mechanical hazards. May require climbing ladders, using power and noise-producing tools, driving vehicles and heavy equipment, and working in heavy vehicle traffic. May respond to after-hours emergency calls and perform standby duties.

Some accommodations may be available for otherwise qualified individuals.

Qualifications

Education and / or Experience :

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities for a Park Maintenance Supervisor. Typically, four years of increasingly responsible park maintenance experience, including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity, and the equivalent of a high school diploma, supplemented by specialized training in ornamental horticulture.

License / Certificate :

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class B California driver's license. Must maintain DL 51A health certification and possess California endorsements required to operate applicable City vehicles and / or equipment. Possession of or ability to obtain a Qualified Applicator Certificate issued by the State of California.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of :

Practices, techniques, and methods of parks and facilities maintenance and repair; operation of specialized construction, landscaping, and maintenance tools and equipment; propagating, planting, cultivating, pruning, and care of flowers, shrubs, lawns, and trees; soil preparation for planting; proper use of fertilizers and pesticides; irrigation systems, timers, and controls; turf types and management; project development and cost estimating; budget development and administration; supervision, training, and motivation; applicable laws, codes, and safety practices; scheduling work assignments; mathematics and record keeping; occupational hazards and safety practices.

Ability to :

Supervise and direct Park Maintenance Division operations; plan, organize, and direct work of staff; safely operate maintenance tools and equipment; estimate time and materials; coordinate and conduct staff training; manage construction and service contracts; respond to community issues; work independently and in a team; make sound decisions within guidelines; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles; communicate clearly; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill :

Safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance equipment and tools; operate an office computer and related software.

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