Superintendent - Landscape & Grounds

Date Posted

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Department

Public Works & Utilities

Compensation

Starting at $70,138/yr DOQ

Hours

Full Time

Deadline

Open until filled

Position Objectives

Duties and Responsibilities:

Minimum Requirements

Desirable Training and Experience:

Benefits

To apply online please click the following link:

https://cityofbradentonfl.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Essential: This position is an Essential classification and will require employee to report to duty before, during, and after a hurricane or emergency.

Schedule: This position normally works a regular weekday daytime shift and requires scheduled/unscheduled overtime, including evenings, weekends and holidays and/or immediate response to emergency conditions.

Supervision Exercised: Supervisors, Crew Chiefs, Operations Oversight Contract Specialist I and technical staff

Supervision Received: Section Manager

General Purpose of the Position: The Superintendent performs complex supervisory, administrative and professional work in planning, organizing, directing and supervising the Landscape and Grounds Division in the Public Works Section.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares Division budget; monitors and evaluates expenditures.
• Plans, organizes, schedules, supervises and evaluates the work of a large number of employees
• Reviews effectiveness and efficiency of operations and approves corrective measures as necessary; investigates use of new materials and new methods of operation in order to improve efficiency and level of service; prepares reports on Division activities and operations.
• Ensures assigned facilities are operated in accordance with rules and regulations and meet standards set for such operations.
• Establishes Division priorities and schedules projects; works with staff or consulting engineers on design of new facilities or modification of existing facilities; reviews construction activities; prepares technical reports.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of operating and capital budgets; prepares and approves purchases and requisitions; prepares written specifications for equipment.
• Instructs employees regarding proper work methods and practices and makes periodic inspections to assure that established methods and practices are followed.
• Interviews, selects and/or recommends new hires; supervises, directs and evaluates work of assigned staff; initiates disciplinary or termination actions, as necessary.
• Trains employees as necessary on operations and the use of computer software.
• Coordinates activities of the Division with other divisions; develops procedures for purchasing and Division operations; operates facilities when required.
• Analyzes work practices as well as cost and time records; conducts cost effectiveness studies.
• Serves as liaison with State, County and City departments and divisions to coordinate work efforts; reviews construction plans and specifications.
• Maintains a repair and preventive maintenance program for the Division.
• Prepares specifications for the purchase of equipment and materials and approves requisitions.
• Effectively manages labor and materials.
• Responds to emergency calls as necessary.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Considerable knowledge of:
• The principles and practices of park management, administration and of project development;
• Principles and practices utilized in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of parks, landscaped areas and related recreational facilities;
• Equipment used in the maintenance of turf, trees, structures, and landscaped areas, and the ability to plan effective equipment utilization, maintenance, repair and replacement.
• Knowledge of effective managerial practices and methods and ability to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate employees.
• Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of municipal government organizations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective operation and maintenance programs.
• Ability to assess overall division effectiveness in carrying out its mission.
• Ability to assess and define training needs of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain records and to prepare reports.
• Ability to identify problems and to initiate solutions and/or corrective measures.
• Ability to analyze systems, identify problems and determine optimum solutions
• Ability to make accurate decisions in emergency situations where consequences of error could be costly
• Ability to plan, direct, manage and supervise required maintenance, repair or replacement work and make estimates of time, cost and materials needed.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with officials and employees of other City departments, vendors, contractors and other members of the general public.
• Excellent work history and attendance record.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed inside an office setting and outside in varying and extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time where employees are exposed to excessively loud noises from construction equipment, exposure to live sewer systems, human debris, drug paraphernalia, hot tar and asphalt, heavy equipment, working in and around trenches, hazardous gases, fumes, paint, chemicals and pesticides. Physical effort is required to perform heavy manual labor in confined and cramped spaces and uncomfortable conditions, climb ladders, bend, reach, and stand for long periods of time. Occasional exposure to slippery and/or uneven surfaces; heights above twenty (20) feet; below ground level, with feet, legs and/or hands in water. Occasional exposure to confined spaces. Subject to 24-hour call back for emergency conditions. Appropriate training and safety equipment will be provided for all conditions.

Equipment Used: Computer, cell phone, telephone, radio. Non-CDL vehicles, light equipment and heavy equipment, power tools and hand tools. If necessary incumbent may operate CDL-class vehicles if properly licensed. Safety equipment and training are provided.

Education and Experience Required: Minimum of two-year Associates degree in related field.In addition, a minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience as a Supervisor or equivalent experience in the area of practice.

At the discretion of the City Administrator or designee, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

Valid Florida Driver License is required or ability to obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida and ability to maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.

Commercial Driver License (CDL): A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is not required for this position but may be helpful.

Pay Grade: 120

More Information

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• Administrative Services
• Human Resources
• Employment Opportunities
• Housing & Community Development Division
• City Administrator
• City Clerk
• Community Redevelopment Agency
• Information Technology
• Finance Department
• Planning & Community Development
• Public Works & Utilities