Parks Supervisor

Parks SupervisorSalary$59,909.22 - $89,863.83 AnnuallyLocationBoynton Beach, FLJob TypeFull TimeJob Number202600223DepartmentPublic WorksDivisionParks & GroundsOpening Date03/06/2026Closing Date3/20/2026 11:59 PM EasternFLSAExempt Description Benefits Purpose of ClassificationThe purpose of this classification is to supervise the work of multiple crews of unskilled to semi-skilled workers engaged in maintenance and upkeep functions in Parks and Grounds Division. Employees in this class are responsible for planning, assigning, supervising and inspecting the work of Parks Maintenance Workers.Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee’s Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.Essential FunctionsThe following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.Supervises Park Maintenance Workers; supervisory duties include scheduling; instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work for others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; acting on employee issues; administers Career Path assessments; participates in the recruitment process; recommends employee discipline and completes performance evaluations.Trains subordinates in departmental operations and work performed; demonstrates proper work methods and procedures; familiarizes employees with work area, location of supplies, departmental policies; and trains in technical aspects of essential functions.Collaborates with immediate supervisor to obtain instructions regarding work assignments; determines optimum methods of project completion; organizes, prioritizes and assigns work orders to crews according to available resources and time.Oversees all activity at the work site, either directly or through subordinate crew leader; ensures that projects proceed according to schedule, working to resolve delays and problems as needed; provides direction, guidance and technical assistance to crew/team members; and monitors status of work in progress.Assists in developing, scheduling and implementing short-term and long-term plans for the maintenance and improvement of the Parks and Grounds Division.Coordinates and supervises landscaping, grounds keeping, carpentry, masonry, mechanical work and cleaning restrooms as necessary to maintain Parks Division grounds, structures, equipment and vehicles.Inspects work sites for proper completion of assigned work; ensures all work conforms to standards for quality, cleanliness, and safety; takes corrective measures as needed; evaluates completed work.Monitors and maintains supplies, materials, and equipment used to perform essential tasks; makes sure workers have sufficient materials to complete tasks; oversees use of equipment; requisitions new supplies and parts to replenish stock.Keeps Parks Superintendent informed of all work performed and progress of tasks; reports all problems and concerns regarding staff, projects, equipment, facilities/property, or other items relating to work performed; completes all appropriate paperwork; complies with policies and procedures relating to reporting mechanisms and staffing issues.Performs administrative tasks; prepares daily logs and tracks project worker-hours; prepares daily work schedules to ensure adequate coverage; reviews employee time cards and submits for processing. Monitors status of projects to ensure timely completion; informs supervisor of status of projects; reports accidents, problems, or concerns regarding staff, projects, equipment, facilities/property, or other issues.Inspects and monitors grounds, athletic fields, irrigation systems, and park facilities to identify problems, needed repairs, or other situations requiring attention, such as vandalism, inoperative lighting, or broken sprinkler heads and fencing. Submits work orders.Oversees preventive and routine maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment; repairs field maintenance equipment; changes oil and filters, replaces parts and adjusts as necessary; removes and replaces shafts; ensures proper working condition of all equipment; prepares vehicle and equipment maintenance report.Operates heavy equipment in the performance of required tasks, including backhoes, bobcats, bucket trucks, ditch witches, dump trucks, fork lifts, front end loaders, stump grinders, tractors, etc.Performs parks inspections and playground inspections.Identifies, reports, repairs and prevents possible safety hazards to avoid potential injuries.Assists assigned crews with work as necessary.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONSReports maintenance problems throughout the City to the appropriate departments.Picks up trash and debris; ensures cleanliness of shop.Assists in setting up for special events; assists otherPerforms other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications Must have five (5) years of experience in a supervisory/lead capacity) in parks maintenance with proficiency in all of the following specialty areas: Arbor Care, Irrigation, and Parks; and Must possess or obtain a 30-Hour OSHA General Industry Card within three (3) months of hire; and Must possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida Driver's license. Substitution(s) of Minimum Qualifications: An Associate’s degree or sixty (60) college course credits in Parks and Recreation, Horticulture or a closely-related field may substitute for one (1) year of previous experience. A Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Horticulture or a closely-related field may substitute for two (2) years of previous experience. PRERERRED QUALIFICATIONS Public Pesticide Applicator License (Commercial License will be accepted). Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI). FNGLA Certified Landscape Maintenance Technician certification. Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Experience in Cemetery operations. Supplemental InformationCOMMUNICATION COMPETENCIESEffectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of all components in Parks and Grounds maintenance.Ability to understand and follow applicable Occupations Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and departmental safety practices and procedures.Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse environmental conditions.Ability to operate all vehicles and equipment used in the Parks and Grounds Division.Ability to effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.Ability to provide effective leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.Ability to work as a member of team or individually on assigned projects; complete assigned duties in a productive and efficient manner.Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations.Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Must have an ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically.The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO) andAffirmative Action Employer . All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential for job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:• Student Loan Forgiveness• Health Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Care Plan• Basic Term Life Insurance• Supplemental Life Insurance• Dependent Life Insurance• Accidental Death andDismemberment Insurance• City Pension Plan• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans• Long Term Disability Insurance• Employee Assistance Program• 457 Savings Plan (three options)• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation• Bonus Vacation Hours• 12 Paid Holidays• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave• Educational Assistance Program(Depending on budget funding)• On-site Training Program• Wellness Program• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans• Credit Union• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan• Flexible Spending Account• Direct Deposit• Social SecurityStudent Loan ForgivenessLet your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.Health InsuranceThe City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).Dental InsurancePremiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.Vision Care PlanPremiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceThe City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D InsuranceEmployees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.Dependent Life InsuranceEmployees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.City Retirement / Pension PlansThe City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.Supplemental PlansSupplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.Short and Long Term DisabilityThe City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.VacationAll full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.HolidaysThe City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.Sick Leave / Family Sick LeaveFull-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.Tuition Assistance(Depending on available budget funding)The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.Wellness ProgramThe City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection PlanEmployees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.CreditUnionAll City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental PremiumSection 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.Flexible Spending AccountsEmployees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.Direct DepositEmployees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.EmployerCity of Boynton BeachAddress100 E. Ocean AveCity Hall - Human ResourcesBoynton Beach, Florida, 33435Phone5617426275WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-09