Parks Maintenance & Operations Superintendent

City of Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer time off

Paid holidays

ASRS retirement with city match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Chandler is seeking a Parks Maintenance and Operations Superintendent to lead the Parks Operations Division, focusing on athletic fields and facilities. The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and budget oversight within a large city system. Scheduled Monday–Friday 6:00 a.m.

to 3:00 p.m., with after-hours and weekend flexibility. Regular full-time status with benefits and opportunities for professional development and advancement in Chandler's Community Services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks Management, Horticulture, Resources Management, Landscape Horticulture, or related field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in parks maintenance/operations including at least 2 years in a lead role.
• 2 years of experience with computerized asset/maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage activities, budget, and personnel of the Parks Operations Division.
• Focus on athletic fields and facilities within the Parks Operations and Maintenance division.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks Management, Horticulture, Resources Management, Landscape Horticulture, or related field

Job description

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as aParks Maintenance and Operations Superintendent. The position is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with flexibility required to work after-hours and weekends as needed.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and Collaborative
• Up to 8 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from, along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours of paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours of paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus the possibility of extra holiday leave at the end of 2026, pending approval from the City Manager
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with a $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually,
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who we are

Community Services

The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to make play accessible for all ages. Our employees make every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.

Parks Operations

The Park Operations Division, consisting of 55 employees, serves a growing and diverse population of 269,123 residents. We are stewards of over 1,500 acres, containing 70 developed and undeveloped parks, 60 athletic and multi-use fields, 155 ramadas, 95 playgrounds, 26 tennis courts, 9 pickleball courts, 35 sand volleyball courts, 60 basketball courts, 2 disc golf courses, 2 racquetball courts, 1 cricket field, 63.4 miles of walking and biking trails, 4 dog parks, 26 restrooms, 1 archery range, 1 skate park, 1 BMX bike park, 2 urban fishing lakes, and many more specialty parks and trail areas. The Park Operations Division’s staff plays a critical role in the City of Chandler’s quality of life initiatives by providing safe, clean, and well-maintained parks that offer exceptional recreational experiences. By providing health, wellness, educational, and recreational opportunities, child and adult development, preserving and protecting the environment and community’s assets, and contributing to the economic growth and development of the city, parks play a meaningful, significant, and contributive role in the growth and recreation of the community.

Who we are looking for

Our new team members will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone who oversees and manages the activities, budget, and personnel of an operational division within a city department. This role will focus on the athletic fields and facilities of the Parks Operations and Maintenance division

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Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Parks Management, Horticulture, Resources Management, Landscape Horticulture, or a related field; and
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in parks maintenance, and operations, and/or planning including at least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience; and
• 2 years of experience using a computerized asset/maintenance management work order system; and
• A Playground Safety Inspector Certification, ISA Certified Arborist, or Arizona Certified Landscape Professional within 1 year of hire or promotion; and
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired Qualifications

• Certifications in pesticide application, Certified Sports Field Manager, or project management are also advantageous.
• Experience in supervising staff, managing budgets, and overseeing large-scale projects such as facility construction or renovation.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including managing teams and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Proven expertise in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs, construction projects, and facility maintenance.
• Ability to develop and execute long-term plans for park improvement, sustainability, and programming.
• Strong knowledge of green initiatives and sustainability practices in parks and recreation management.

This is a regular full-time position subject to a 6-month probationary period. Should another position become available, a register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months.

The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check and reference check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to be submitted to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.