Park & Landscape Supervisor

Upcoming Scheduled Salary Increase of 3% Effective July 2026 Under general direction of the Recreation Services Manager in the Community Services Department, the Park & Landscape Supervisor plans, organizes and supervises the development and maintenance of park grounds, recreation facilities, the urban forest, landscape maintenance districts, parkways, medians, walkways, open space and other landscaped areas; and performs related duties as required. This is a non‑telecommuting position. Prepares contract documents; Evaluates contractors' bids and monitors their conformance with bid specifications; Reviews and inspects private and public landscape and facility plans and projects, landscape maintenance district plans and projects, park development and median island plans and projects and other capital improvement plans and projects; Plans and coordinates the repair and general maintenance of facility, median, park and playground equipment and performs routinely scheduled site inspections for purposes of identifying unsafe conditions, deficient contractor performance, and proactive identification of site improvements; Supervises landscape and irrigation maintenance workers; Coordinates the purchasing of equipment and supplies for parks; Maintains City tree inventory; Administers work orders for tree trimming contractors based on visual inspections; Responds to and investigates citizen complaints, makes recommendations for solutions and coordinates required work; Oversees the use of pesticide application within parks and landscaped areas throughout the city; Coordinates annual pesticide handler's training; Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget and budget control; Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION : Two (2) years of college level coursework in Landscape Technology, Irrigation Technology, or a related field. EXPERIENCE : Four (4) years of professional experience in landscape maintenance, including two (2) years of full‑time supervisory or lead experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a year‑for‑year basis. Public sector experience is desirable. The following certifications are required within 12 months of hire date: Qualified Applicator Certification (QAC) issued by the State of California; ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Arborist; Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI); Recycled Water Site Supervisor. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment. A safe driving record is required and must be maintained throughout employment. City of Santee employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100‑3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker‑related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Santee