Parks Service Supervisor I

City-of-Clearwater; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Clearwater is seeking a Parks Service Supervisor I to lead maintenance across downtown parks and public spaces. The role oversees staff, manages contracts for landscape and irrigation, and ensures safety and quality of work.

With a background in grounds maintenance and supervisory experience, you will coordinate crews, track payroll, and supervise equipment use, while upholding city standards and efficiency in operations.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED plus 3 years as a laborer in parks/grounds maintenance and 1 year in lead/supervisory role; equivalent combos may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervises park service technicians and coordinates crews, prioritizing tasks and ensuring proper equipment use.
• Oversees contracts for landscaping, irrigation, and related services; tracks invoices and maintains communication with contractors.
• Manages payroll and time cards, prepares schedules, and communicates maintenance requests and safety concerns.
• Maintains records for vehicles, equipment, and inventory; schedules service and repairs as needed.
• Ensures mowing, trimming, weeding, irrigation, and restroom maintenance across parks and facilities.
• Monitors OSHA standards, safety guidelines, and training programs for staff.

Skills

People management

Scheduling

Contract oversight

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Training & supervision

Recordkeeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

ENTRY SALARY: $53,662.26

CURRENT LISTING IS FOR DOWNTOWN LANDSCAPE

Under limited direction, the Parks Service Supervisor I oversees, supervises, leads, directs, and ensures the quality of maintenance and repair for the City’s Parks, playgrounds, and other public amenities. Monitors contracts, maintains consistent communication, and evaluates quality of work.

Essential Functions

• Supervises, oversees, and schedules the work of all Park Service Technicians; prioritizes job importance, communicates pertinent information to job crews, facilitates proper equipment usage, and coordinating job crews in the event of an emergent scheduling change.
• Performs extensive administrative duties for the department; purchases card receipts, creates purchase orders, contacts vendors, monitors inventory, performs inspections, and manages staff direction and teamwork; prepares schedules for parks maintenance, communicates special maintenance requests, and addresses safety concerns.
• Delegates, assigns, and supervises crews in the field performing tasks on specific job sites; provides direction, guidance, and training; manages payroll and time cards for all personnel and evaluates for accuracy; provides performance review and feedback.
• Leads, directs, oversees, and supervises the various contracts providing landscape, fountain, tree, and pressure washing services for the City; monitors the bid process, tracks all billing, BPOs and invoices, and maintains constant communication with all contractors to ensure quality and timely performance of tasks; orders inventories and keeps control of supplies.
• Oversees and monitors the servicing of landscaped areas of the parks and recreation department; ensures mowing, trimming, weeding, and assisting with irrigation; assists with irrigation service and repair, chemical applications, and other landscaping tasks.
• Performs and oversees the general maintenance in relation to grounds, facility, and park amenities; services, cleans, and monitors the condition of the public restrooms within the parks department and facilities.
• Tracks, monitors, and keeps records of all trucks, mowers, trailers, and small equipment; creates documents and equipment checklists submits and schedules equipment for service and repairs as needed.
• Performs tasks involving the use of hand tools, power tools and equipment, and the operation of City vehicles such as pickup trucks and small dump trucks.
• Keeps informed on the latest information, equipment, and standards relating to CDL endorsements, Confined Space, Blood Borne Pathogens, Lock Out Tag Out, Right to Know, PPE, Job Site Hazards, OSHA standards, and safety and equipment usage.
• Advises and provides information to employees regarding programs, policies, and procedures related to the various training issues and concerns; coordinates with other departments on various means of training
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver’s license is required.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate PLUS three (3) years experience as a laborer in the care and maintenance of parks or other similar grounds and one (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of –

• Proper landscape, athletic field, and grounds maintenance procedures
• Athletic field layouts, turf grasses, and irrigation techniques
• Layout of softball and baseball diamonds
• Hand and power tools and equipment
• Personnel Management and supervisory techniques
• Scheduling and coordinating work of department staff
• OSHA rules and regulations
• Safety laws, codes, regulations, and compliancy agencies
• Department policies and protocols
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in –

• Operating and using hand and power tools, small trucks and other equipment
• Managing, scheduling, and coordinating athletic fields, tournaments, and programs
• Working with contractors and other vendors
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships
• Preparing and presenting training presentations
• Preparing and creating clear records and reports
• Reading, understanding, and applying warning labels
• Dealing tactfully with customers
• Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Operating a computer with general proficiency