Parks Horticulture Supervisor - Field & Team Lead

Streamwood Pa; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO health insurance

Job summary

Streamwood Park District is seeking a Horticulture Supervisor to lead staff across park maintenance, turf care, horticulture and forestry. This hands-on role is field-focused, with on-call duties, overtime, nights and weekends as needed.

A high school diploma is required; an Associate Degree in a related field is preferred, along with a valid driver’s license and pesticide license eligibility. Responsibilities include supervising part-time and seasonal staff, coordinating projects, maintaining

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred associate degree in turf management, horticulture, urban forestry or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• State pesticide applicator license preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• CPR and AED certification within 6 months is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise full-time, part-time and seasonal staff; provide training, coaching, evaluations and discipline as needed.
• Plan and direct multiple park maintenance projects, labor and equipment needs.
• Maintain records of labor hours, materials and budgets; ensure safety and risk management.
• Perform ornamental horticulture tasks including planting, pruning, irrigation and landscape maintenance.
• Operate park facilities and equipment; oversee vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with Streamwood Park District safety program and policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Turf Management/Horticulture/Urban Forestry or related field (preferred)

CPR and AED certification within 6 months (preferred)

Job description

Streamwood Park District is seeking a Horticulture Supervisor to lead staff across park maintenance, turf care, horticulture and forestry. This hands-on role is field-focused, with on-call duties, overtime, nights and weekends as needed.

A high school diploma is required; an Associate Degree in a related field is preferred, along with a valid driver’s license and pesticide license eligibility. Responsibilities include supervising part-time and seasonal staff, coordinating projects, maintaining