Head of Park Maintenance & Turf Operations

Baltimore Convention Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Job summary

City of Baltimore, Recreation and Parks is seeking a Chief of Parks, Operations Officer III to lead park maintenance and turf operations across the city. You will supervise professional and field staff, manage budgets, and oversee contracted services to ensure safe, beautiful parks.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ supervisory experience in parks or turf operations, plus a Maryland driver’s license. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks, Recreation, Horticulture, Environmental Science or related field.
• Five years’ park maintenance/grounds or turf operations experience with supervisory duties.
• Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or Baltimore City equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage park maintenance and turf operations citywide.
• Develop turf/landscape maintenance plans including irrigation and pest management.
• Supervise staff, budgets, and vendor contracts; report performance metrics.
• Coordinate with Recreation, Forestry, Capital Projects, and Facility Management divisions.

Skills

Park maintenance

Turf management

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation Management or related field

Tools

Budgeting software

Data management systems

Job description

City of Baltimore, Recreation and Parks is seeking a Chief of Parks, Operations Officer III to lead park maintenance and turf operations across the city. You will supervise professional and field staff, manage budgets, and oversee contracted services to ensure safe, beautiful parks.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ supervisory experience in parks or turf operations, plus a Maryland driver’s license. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.