Description

Plans, supervises, schedules, assigns and evaluates work activities in the care and maintenance of park landscapes and grounds; irrigation of all parks and appropriate City properties; ground and landscape maintenance of City facilities and City owned properties as assigned.  Responsible for creating budget for parks and cemeteries with assistance from both departmental staff and Senior Staff and executing budget within established guidelines Responsible and reports to the Parks and Recreation Director.

For more information, view the job profile here: Parks Superintendent

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Park construction, methods and practices utilized in park management;   Knowledge of trees, shrubs, plants, flowers and lawn maintenance; ability to supervise, assign and evaluate the work performance of subordinate employees; to work with City employees, officials and the general public. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Education, Certification and Experience: A Degree from a recognized College or University in Turf Management, Horticulture or Agronomics and five years of experience, preferably in Park Management, or ground and landscape, or a related field; with two years in a Supervisory capacity is required.  Valid Kansas Driver’s License required.