Parks Maintenance & Operations Superintendent

Job Description:

Parks Maintenance & Operations Superintendent

Description

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Parks Maintenance and Operations Superintendent. The position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why work for Chandler?
• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Up to 8 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from, along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours of paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours of paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus the possibility of an extra holiday leave at the end of 2025, pending approval from the City Manager
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with a $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part-time employees
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who we are
Community Services
The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to making play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.

Parks Operations
The Park Operations Division, consisting of 55 employees, serves a growing and diverse population of 269,123 residents. We are stewards of over 1,500 acres, containing 70 developed and undeveloped parks, 60 athletic and multi-use fields, 155 ramadas, 95 playgrounds, 26 tennis courts, 9 pickleball courts, 35 sand volleyball courts, 60 basketball courts, 2 disc golf courses, 2 racquetball courts, 1 cricket field, 63.4 miles of walking and biking trails, 4 dog parks, 26 restrooms, 1 archery range, 1 skate park, 1 BMX bike park, 2 urban fishing lakes, and many more specialty parks and trail areas. The Park Operations Division's staff plays a critical role in the City of Chandler's quality of life initiatives by providing safe, clean, and well-maintained parks that offer exceptional recreational experiences. By providing health, wellness, educational, and recreational opportunities, child and adult development, preserving and protecting the environment and community's assets, and contributing to the economic growth and development of the city, parks play a meaningful, significant, and contributive role in the growth and recreation of the community.

Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone who oversees and manages the activities, budget, and personnel of an operational division within a City department.

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Minimum Qualifications
• A bachelor's degree in Parks Management, Horticulture, Resources Management, Landscape Horticulture, or a related field; and
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in parks maintenance, operations, and/or planning, including at least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience; and
• 2 years of experience using a computerized asset/maintenance management work order system; and
• A Playground Safety Inspector Certification, ISA Certified Arborist, or Arizona Certified Landscape Professional within 1 year of hire or promotion; and
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired Qualifications
• Certifications in pesticide application, arboriculture (e.g., ISA Certified Arborist), or project management are also advantageous; and
• Experience in supervising staff, managing budgets, and overseeing large-scale projects such as facility construction or renovation; and
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including managing teams and coordinating with stakeholders; and
• Proven expertise in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs, construction projects, and facility maintenance; and
• Ability to develop and execute long-term plans for park improvement, sustainability, and programming; and
• Strong knowledge of green initiatives and sustainability practices in parks and recreation management.

This is a regular full-time position subject to a 6-month probationary period. Should another position become available, a register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months.

The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check and a reference check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.Closing Date/Time: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

Salary:

$94,827.20 - $137,508.80 Annually