Parks Unit Coordinator

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration.

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Parks Unit Coordinator - South Region

Milwaukee County Parks

Salary Pay Range: $62,171.20 - $93,267.20

Closing Date: 1/29/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 applications

Parks Equity Statement: Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: The Parks Unit Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and maintenance of a park unit to ensure quality facilities and amenities and a safe environment. This position will also preserve and enhance department assets and ensure quality service and product delivery.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Participate in and recommend hiring of seasonal park operations staff. Provide daily supervision including job assignments, performance appraisals, workforce development, and establishing priorities to ensure the success of the park operations unit and the Department's strategies.
• Oversee day-to-day care and maintenance of parks, facilities, and parkways. Maintain turf and ground by mowing, snow plowing, edging, mulching, trimming, and shoveling. Maintain facilities including cleaning, minor repair, and rental preparation.
• Process purchase requests, inventory supplies, process work orders, review contracts and agreements, assist with project management and priorities, maintain logs, prepare specialized plans, reports, and audits, and ensure relevant safety codes and regulations are followed.
• Prepare and monitor the annual unit budget to ensure responsible fiscal management.
• Inspect and maintain all equipment and tools related to the performance of job duties.
• Participate on special project teams and community outreach efforts.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver's License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of an Associate Degree or higher in Parks and Recreations, Turf Science, or Land Management. In lieu of an Associate Degree in the listed fields: possession of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, at least five (5) years of Park Maintenance experience, and being able and willing to complete a supervisory management course within 12 months of start date.
• At least three (3) years of Park Maintenance experience (five [5] years without an Associate Degree).
• At least one (1) year of supervisory or management experience in Park Maintenance.
• Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Willing and able to obtain a Category 3.0 Pesticide Certification within six (6) months of start date.
• Willing and able to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of start date.
• Willing and able to obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification within six (6) months of start date.
• Willing and able to have on-call availability, work irregular, unpredictable, or long hours, and work weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Parks and Recreation, Horticulture, or Turf Management.
• Small Equipment Maintenance experience.
• Snow Plowing experience.
• Possession of a valid Class A CDL.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.