Description
The Town of Erie’s Parks Division is seeking an experienced, innovative and proactive leader to join our Parks and Open Space team as our Parks Maintenance Superintendent! This new senior leadership role will partner closely with our existing Natural Resources Superintendent to guide the Division and advance the goals outlined in our 10-year Strategic Plan, which can be found by clicking here.
About the Role
Reporting to the Parks and Open Space Division Manager, this Superintendent plays a key role in overseeing parks maintenance operations. This person is responsible for day-to-day operational support, project coordination, maintenance oversight, community engagement, data and asset management, and a wide range of administrative and operational functions.
You will help ensure our parks, trails, open spaces, and recreational amenities are safe, vibrant, and well-maintained for all who use them.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a candidate with advanced knowledge and hands-on expertise in all areas of parks maintenance—including irrigation systems, playground safety and inspections, athletic field and court maintenance, turf management, and related best practices. The ideal candidate is cross trained across the full spectrum of Parks & Open Space maintenance duties and brings a collaborative, proactive leadership style.
Want to see some of the faces who help make our department a success? View our Parks and Recreation Department Culture video by clicking here.
2026 Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $96,880/year - $116,256/year
Please review the full job posting on our website: Career Portal
Town of Erie Benefits:
The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment. Click here to learn more.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Parks Management, Parks and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Landscape Design/Architecture, Horticulture, Turf/Agronomy, Forestry, or a related field
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience managing multiple parks divisions or functions at a supervisory level
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications within three months of hire
Desired Qualifications
- State Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate preferred
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) preferred
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional or related certification preferred
