Conservation Corps Supervisor (General Supervisor)

Job Description:

Conservation Corps Supervisor (General Supervisor)

Description

Full-time position available with the Parks & Recreation Department, Natural Resources Management Division
Pay Range: $25.27-$37.90 per hour
Work Location: 6901 Elmwood
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: July 27, 2026

About Us

About the Parks & Recreation Department

Kansas City Parks & Recreation is dedicated to enhancing the community's quality of life through equitable, community-driven programs and sustainable management of natural resources. The department provides and maintains a wide range of parks, recreational facilities, and amenities, including trails, lakes, playgrounds, and cultural spaces. By promoting leisure, wellness, and environmental stewardship, Parks & Recreation fosters healthy lifestyles, strengthens community connections, and contributes to a vibrant, world-class city experience.

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Responsibilities

What you'll do

• Lead conservation crews in converting turf and landscaped areas to native vegetation and removing invasive species to restore natural habitats.
• Supervise planting and maintenance crews across native landscape projects to ensure work is completed safely and to standard.
• Prepare plans and estimates for large-scale conversions to native vegetation and coordinate resources to deliver projects on time.
• Monitor plant populations and develop management plans, including fertilizer and herbicide applications, to sustain long-term health of natural areas.
• Develop and implement prescribed burn plans, supervise staff during burn preparation and execution, and coordinate with partner organizations.
• Create schedules, track costs, prepare reports, and work with staff and partners to maintain efficient operations.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• High school graduation and 3 years' experience of a progressively responsible nature in construction or maintenance work including 1 year leading the work of general laboring or maintenance crews.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.

PREFERENCE

• Knowledge of native plant identification, native landscaping, prescribed fire management, pond management and other conservation practices.

Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to [email protected] .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).