Supervisor of Parks Design & Development

Brantford; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Professional development

Work from home options

Wellness & work life balance

Job summary

The City of Brantford is seeking a Supervisor of Parks Design & Development to lead planning, design and implementation of parks, trails and open spaces within the Engineering Services capital program. The role includes supervising design staff and coordinating with Parks & Recreation and other departments.

Ideal candidates hold a Landscape Architecture degree, with five years of municipal park design experience, AutoCAD and MS Office proficiency, and strong project management and communication

Qualifications

• University degree in Landscape Architecture and eligible for OALA membership.
• Five years of landscape architecture and municipal park design experience.
• Experience in contract administration and project management is expected.
• Proven staff supervision is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, design and implementation of parks, trails and open space developments.
• Supervise design and development staff within the capital works program.
• Coordinate with Parks & Recreation asset owner and other departments.
• Support project management and ensure timely delivery of projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Project management

Education

University degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervisor of Parks Design & Development - Job ID #2726

Job Title

Job Title Supervisor of Parks Design & Development Status / Job Type Permanent Full Time

Commission

Commission Public Works Department Engineering Services

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation APAE/EXEMPT Number of Openings 1

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay $45.90to $57.37 Benefits Entitlement Yes

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 35 Posting Date (4:30pm) October 1, 2026

Existing Vacancy

Existing Vacancy Replacement Closing Date (4:30pm) October 22, 2026

Position Summary

Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our hybrid work environment. At the City of Brantford, we strive to reflect our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Respect and Inclusion in everything we do. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

The Parks Design & Development group within the Engineering Services Department - Design Division work collaboratively with the Parks & Recreation Department asset owner to deliver the ammenities required for multiple specific project areas. Reporting to the Manager of Design, the Supervisor, Parks Design & Development will be responsible for assiting in the planning, design and implementation of parks, trails and open space developments within the capital work programs for Engineering Services in the City of Brantford. The position will also involve the supervision of design and development staff.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a university degree in Landscape Architecture and be eligible for membership with the OALA.
• A minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in landscape architecture and municipal park design, including the production of construction and architectural drawings, knowledge of plant materials, particularly native species and natural systems, and demonstrated experience in contract administration and project management.
• Previous experience managing staff would be considered an asset.
• Possess excellent computer skills including a strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office suite.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently, with complementing departments and with community groups is essential.
• Strong organizational and project management skills are required, including the ability to manage multiple and changing demands and priorities.
• Applicants must have a valid G Ontario drivers license in good standing with full access to a personal vehicle.
• IMS 200 Certification or equivalent (ICS200) is considered an asset. Subject to course availability, certification must be achieved within the first year of employment.

As a condition of employment, proof of current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications will be required.

What We Offer

The City of Brantford is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. At the Cityof Brantford, people are our priority. #TeamBrantford employees are our most valuable resource and we believe it'simportant to offer a competitive total rewards package.

Paid training and professional development, the flexibility to work from home in some positions and wellness andwork life balance are just some of the great things the City of Brantford has to offer. When you work with us,you'll know you're doing important work that matters and helps build a better Brantford. Come grow with us.

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