Downtown Parks Supervisor

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Final date to receive applications:

August 26, 2026

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range
83,616.Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.

This is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility Group:

Non Union (30+ Hours)
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Job Description

Summary:

Under limited supervision, as a member of the Urban Parks management team, and, manages and supervises operations of city parks and facilities in the downtown area. This includes staff supervision, budget management, water conservation and other duties of park operations. This position also is responsible for high levels of coordination with cultural activities, special events, and city and community partners to ensure that downtown parks contribute to economic vitality as well as community well-being.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Directs and supervises maintenance work crews, including planning, coordination, and performance evaluation.

Monitors work progress and ensures quality in work performed.

Promotes teamwork, resolves conflicts, and supports employee development.

Manages day-to-day park maintenance operations, and oversees landscape management and water conservation efforts.

Develops a budget, monitors expenditures, and manages equipment and supply purchases.

Handles administrative tasks such as preparing bid specifications, tracking expenditures, and providing input on equipment purchases.

Provides technical guidance and training in various maintenance areas.

Participates in emergency response standby and oversees snow removal operations when required.

Ensures safety compliance and reports accidents and property damage.

Assists with event planning, organizing, and executing various events and activities within the park or related facilities. This includes coordinating logistics, managing vendors, and ensuring that events run smoothly, providing enjoyable experiences for attendees.

Engages and collaborates with various stakeholders, including community members, local authorities, nonprofit organizations, and other relevant groups. This involves fostering positive relationships, addressing concerns, and seeking input to enhance the park's role and impact within the community.

Provides oversight and manages specialized facilities within parks or related areas. This involves in-depth knowledge of the unique requirements, regulations, and maintenance practices specific to specialized facilities, such as municipal complexes, amphitheaters, or historical sites, ensure these facilities are maintained to high standards, operate efficiently, and provide exceptional experiences for visitors while complying with industry-specific regulations and safety standards

Upholds the city's values, including customer service, respect, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Takes a leadership role within the parks management, efficiently assigning and coordinating tasks, and providing guidance as needed.

Performs supervisory functions such as hiring, training, and performance management of regular, seasonal, and other team members.

Facilitates and coordinates training programs focusing on equipment safety, parks maintenance, wildlife management, and other relevant areas.

Schedules and scopes contracted work, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project specifications.

Oversees the City of Boulder Park and Playground Safety Program, including conducting repairs, safety inspections, and equipment maintenance.

Oversees a range of horticultural tasks such as planting, fertilizing, pruning, and effective weed control.

Schedules and coordinates comprehensive turf maintenance practices, including mowing, fertilization, aeration, and irrigation management.

Coordinates with irrigation division to implement and maintain irrigation systems while promoting water conservation practices.

Enforces procedures, regulations, and policies to create a secure work environment

Works rotational supervisory emergency response standby as required.

Participates in snow removal and de-ice treatment; may be required to act as snow supervisor during snow events.

Directs and oversees the snow response and actions.

Acts as on call supervisor for snow removal and other emergency operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAbility and capacity to establish clear performance expectations, track progress, provide constructive feedback, and recognize achievements among team members and staff to optimize individual and collective performance.

Ability to be dependable and a team player (can-do, will-do attitude)
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to diverse audiences.

Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to implementing and upholding safety protocols and standards in all park operations, including the ability to identify potential safety hazards, develop safety…