Park Maintenance Supervisor

City-of-Reno,-N; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Reno is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee the Parks and Recreation Department, guiding the care and enhancement of our parks and landscapes. The role balances hands-on supervision with strategic thinking to ensure high-quality facilities that meet policies and safety standards.

You will manage budgets, coordinate staff training, work with architects and engineers, and engage with community groups to deliver vibrant public spaces for Reno residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff responsible for repair and maintenance of park grounds and facilities; inspect new construction projects; develop landscape ideas.
• Establish schedules and methods for park maintenance and repair services; identify resource needs; allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in policy development and procedure implementation; monitor activities for compliance.
• Participate in staff selection, motivation, evaluation, and training; address deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Assist in budget preparation and administration; monitor expenditures.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of park landscaping (flower beds, turf, shrubs, trees); identify diseases, pests, and corrective actions.
• Determine needs for agricultural chemicals; select application techniques per procedures.
• Estimate water needs and schedule irrigation within parameters.
• Review park development and landscape plans for standards; monitor contractors; inspect completion of projects.
• Evaluate designs from architects; attend bid openings; collaborate with architects and engineers on new parks facilities.
• Inspect park areas for safety, maintenance adherence, and facility repairs; identify hazardous situations.
• Select, install and inspect park amenities (playground equipment, exercise stations, benches, BBQ pits).
• Operate computers for data compilation; maintain records; prepare reports and budgets.
• Coordinate vendor contacts and purchase requisitions; prepare bid specifications; coordinate park maintenance supplies.
• Coordinate special events with other divisions; respond to inquiries from the public.
• Oversee park maintenance contracts; ensure adherence to specifications.
• Prepare specifications and meet with contractors to collect bids for renovations and improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance of City-owned open space including weed abatement, erosion control, litter removal, and safety issues.
• Respond to service requests from the public or City personnel; coordinate and implement park clean-ups with groups.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment for jobs; requisition materials as required.
• Attend professional group meetings; stay updated on trends in park maintenance and landscaping; apply developments as appropriate.
• Perform related duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team that strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a dynamic leader with a passion for maintaining beautiful public spaces. This position will lead a dedicated team responsible for the care and enhancement of our beloved parks and landscaped areas. A keen eye for detail will be invaluable for overseeing new construction projects and innovative landscape designs. We're seeking someone who can balance hands-on supervision with strategic thinking, ensuring that our parks meet the highest standards of quality while adhering to established policies. If you have a green thumb, a knack for team leadership, and a vision for urban green spaces, we want you to help our community flourish. We currently have one vacancy in the Parks and Recreation Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

This is an open competitive opportunity for all qualified applicants.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of assigned staff responsible for the repair and maintenance of assigned park grounds and facilities, inspection of new construction projects, and development of new landscape or construction ideas.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing park maintenance and repair services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies, and procedures; participate in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Participate in the selection, motivation, and evaluation of park maintenance personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in the preparation and administration of assigned program budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
• Oversee the installation and maintenance of parks landscaping including flower beds, turf, ground cover, shrubs and trees; assess and correct horticultural problems; identify turf and plant diseases, weeds and pests; instruct staff in proper pest and disease abatement and control procedures.
• Determine needs for the application of agricultural chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers; select proper chemical agents and application techniques according to established procedures.
• Estimate water needs of landscaped areas based on soil and climactic factors; schedule irrigation within appropriate parameters.
• Review park development, construction, and landscape plans for compliance with established standards and specifications; advise, consult, and monitor the work of contractors; inspect and evaluate completion of projects.
• Participate in the evaluation of designs from architects; recommend changes and modifications as appropriate; attend bid openings and work closely with architects, engineers, and park planners in the design of new parks facilities.
• Conduct inspections of assigned park areas; ensure adherence to established maintenance procedures, safety of playground and recreational equipment, and identify needed facilities repairs; assess and correct hazardous situations.
• Select, install and inspect park amenities including playground equipment, exercise stations, picnic tables and benches, and barbecue pits.
• Operate a computer for communication and data compilation; maintain accurate and detailed records and files of maintenance work performed; prepare loss statements and estimates, monthly parks and recreation reports, and progress reports on new construction.
• Locate and establish vendor and product manufacturer contacts; research and prepare purchase requisitions; prepare formal and informal bid specifications; coordinate the purchase of parks maintenance supplies with appropriate City departments.
• Coordinate various City sponsored special events with staff from other divisions and other City departments; respond to questions and inquiries from the general public.
• Participate in overseeing and administering park maintenance contracts; ensure adherence to specifications.
• Prepare specifications for and meet with contractors to collect bids for park facility renovations, repairs, and/or improvements.
• Coordinate and oversee the maintenance of City-owned open space including wildland weed abatement, fire fuels reduction, erosion control, litter and trash removal, and other safety related issues.
• Respond to service requests generated by the public or City personnel for items needing or viewed to need service or attention.
• Coordinate and implement various park clean-ups with community groups and other agencies.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition or purchase materials as required.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of park maintenance and landscaping; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Perform related duties as required.

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.*
Education:
A Bachelor's degree