Superintendent of Parks

Job Description:

Superintendent of Parks

Description

Full-time positions available with the Parks and Recreation Department - Natural Resources Maintenance Division

Pay Starting at: $6,619 per month

Work Location: 4600 E 63rd St

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Application Deadline: August 12, 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:

• Establishes and sustains a culture of personal and collective accountability within the division; monitors performance and provides feedback and coaching to employees; encourages teamwork and collaboration.
• Plans, directs, inspects, and reviews operation and maintenance activities for such areas as boulevards, parkways, parks, horticultural amenities, forestry, recreation facilities and departmental buildings.
• Directs and manages the operations of a major division of the Parks and Recreation Department and facilities used in these operations; assesses operational performance and assesses and provides input into capital improvement planning efforts.
• Reviews and approves completed plans, specifications, drawings, and estimates for landscape, boulevard, and parks development projects.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with citizens, City staff, neighborhood groups, partners, school districts and other governmental agencies.
• Prepares and monitors budgets for the assigned division and assists in the development of departmental objectives, goals, and programs.
• Inspects contractual work for compliance with plans and specifications; approves and authorizes changes as necessary and interprets plans and specifications for inspectors and contractors.
• Reviews data for contractual payments and approves payments per contractual requirements.
• Develops, implements, and maintains appropriate work management systems for provision of all necessary work-related records and preparation of activity reports.
• Recommends the formulation of rules and regulations governing the use of parks and outdoor facilities and the amount of fees to be charged, including fees for services and rentals, where applicable.
• Effective coordination and execution of snow removal operations. Ensure timely information sharing, efficient resource deployment, and continuity of operations during weather-related events and emergencies.
• Develops and supervises training programs for division personnel.
• Maintains necessary records and prepares reports.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• an accredited Bachelor's degree and
• 5 years of responsible experience in the practices of park management, park maintenance, park administration, cultural facilities or recreation;
• and at least 2 years in a related managerial position
• OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.
• Ability to pass preemployment background check and drug screen as prescribed by the City.
• Must possess a Valid State-Issued Driver's License at the time of hire.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

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).