Parks & Grounds Supervisor - Lead Maintenance & Safety

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a Parks Supervisor to oversee staff and direct maintenance of city parks and amenities. The role ensures operations are scheduled, planned, and recorded to meet performance standards while coaching crews on safety and efficiency during equipment use.

The supervisor leads park inspections, manages work orders, and maintains facilities with a focus on cleanliness, safety, and accessibility for the public in Atlanta’s parks system.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws relating to parks operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to supervise staff and manage inventories.

Responsibilities

• Organizes department meetings and coordinates with community groups.
• Represents the department to neighborhood associations and other partners.
• Drafts project plans and specifications.
• Manages accreditation and ensures compliance with laws.
• Coordinates maintenance and landscape planning; develops repair schedules.
• Supervises staff, monitors performance, and handles paperwork daily.
• Operates park equipment and ensures safety and cleanliness.
• Completes end-of-day reports.

Skills

Parks operations knowledge

Staff supervision

Emergency safety training

Public communications

Computer proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking a Parks Supervisor to oversee staff and direct maintenance of city parks and amenities. The role ensures operations are scheduled, planned, and recorded to meet performance standards while coaching crews on safety and efficiency during equipment use.

The supervisor leads park inspections, manages work orders, and maintains facilities with a focus on cleanliness, safety, and accessibility for the public in Atlanta’s parks system.