Sports Complex Coordinator - Various Locations

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ, is seeking a high-energy site supervisor to lead maintenance at one of the community parks or the Peoria Sports Complex. The role focuses on safety, turf management, ball field upkeep, chemical/fertilizer handling, and asset oversight.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in a supervisory role, strong communication, and the ability to guide staff with minimal direction. A valid AZ driver’s license is required upon hire and certification timelines apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years related experience.
• Licensed for ornamental and turf pest control within 6 months of hire.
• Playground Safety Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Backflow/Check Valve Certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff engaged in maintenance and landscaping of City parks and Sports Complex.
• Conduct technical maintenance work such as ball field preparation and renovations.
• Oversee irrigation system testing and maintenance.
• Act as onsite lead turf grass management rep for fertilizers and pesticides.
• Complete administrative tasks, attend meetings, manage weekly reports, and oversee safety inspections and inventory.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Safety awareness

Turf management

Ball field maintenance

Irrigation systems

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Application Deadline:November 15, 2026Salary Range:Min $73,961.95 - Mid $91,713.42 - Max $109,464.88To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.Department:Parks and RecreationMinimum Requirements:Education:Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalentExperience:Minimum of three years related experience. Requires a working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment and procedures.Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:Licensed for the application to Ornamental and Turf Pest Control through the Office of Pest Management within 6 months of hire.Playground Safety Certification through the National Playground and Safety Institute within 6 months of hire.Backflow/Check Valve Certification within 6 months of hire.Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire.PREFERRED/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(s):Experience in a municipal or government setting.Previous supervisory experience is preferred.Hiring Range: Min $73,961.95 - Mid $91,713.42 DOETell me more…..The purpose of this position is to provide site leadership in a fast-paced environment at one of the three community parks and/or the Peoria Sports Complex, home to the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres Spring Training Facilities. Areas of responsibility would include staff development and training including safety, sports turf management, ball field maintenance, chemical/fertilizer applications and overseeing all park-related assets.Primary responsibilities:Supervise staff engaged in the maintenance and landscaping of the City’s community parks and Sports Complex.Conduct technical maintenance work, such as ball field preparation and renovations.Oversee irrigation system testing and maintenance.Act as the onsite lead turf grass management technical representative for application, recording, and storage of required fertilizers and pesticides.Complete administrative tasks, attend meetings, manage weekly reports, conduct onsite safety inspections, and monitors supplies and inventory.The ideal candidate for this position will have:Experienced with personnel supervision including timekeeping, approving requests for time off, etc.Comfortable directing personnel in what’s needed to meet the needs of an activity, event or program with minimal direction.Comfortable communicating with patrons, volunteers, vendors, concessionaires, and public safety and team personnel as required.A safety conscious, punctual team player with a high work ethic, with the flexibility to act cross-functionally when the Department's workload demands.To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here.Why Peoria?Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.About PeoriaThe City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!Get an inside look at the Culture of PeoriaWe are PEORIA!Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, AccountableApplication Process:Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.