Parks Superintendent - Peoria, AZ

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Position Title: Parks Superintendent

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The Parks and Recreation department is seeking a Parks Superintendent to support the development and implementation of best-in-practice programs for Parks management and to supervise all maintenance and safety operations of Neighborhood Parks, Facilities and Landscape areas. This position will schedule and assign tasks, manage all expenditures, work with businesses and vendors, monitor resources, manage schedules and construction projects, oversee graffiti eradications and painting projects, interpret data and documents, research trends, develop goals and procedures, consult with internal and external departments and agencies, manage safety concerns and ensure city and department goals, policies and objectives are followed.

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The ideal candidate for this position will be comfortable with:

• Hiring, training, supervising and evaluating staff.
• Managing workflow processes to measure performance and efficiency outcomes.
• Assisting with managing open space and natural resources.
• Assisting with complex problem situations and coordinating programs.
• Recommending projects and reviewing plans.
• Coordinating purchasing activities and maintaining records.
• Preparing and delivering presentations.

Additionally, our ideal candidate will be a highly skilled, safety conscious, punctual team player with a high work ethic. Someone who understands they will be hired to perform a full-time job that is schedule and work order driven. This person will need to be comfortable and able to execute the essential functions in high traffic, public use areas. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and able to work both individually and with a team.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

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About Peoria

The 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!

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Application 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 EMPLOYMENT@PEORIAAZ.GOV OR 623-773-7100.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AGENCY

MINIMUM REQUIREMNETS:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years related experience. Requires a broad knowledge of complex systems, specialized practices, equipment maintenance, workflow systems and procedures.
• Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Playground Safety Certification within 6 months of hire
  • Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator's License within 6 months of hire
  • Backflow/Check Valve Certification required within 6 months of hire
  • Valid Arizona Driver's License
  
  
  
  

PREFERRED/DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

3 years of supervisory experience

Technical experience with GIS