Park and Recreation Supervisor- Downtown Park Facilities

City of Bentonville•Bentonville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Bentonville is seeking a professional, organized, and highly motivated individual to serve as the Park Supervisor – Downtown Park Facilities. This position provides leadership and oversight for the maintenance, horticultural care, and daily operations of the City’s most visible and high-use downtown parks and public spaces. Responsibilities include supervising a horticulturist and maintenance staff, overseeing contracted landscape services, coordinating maintenance in high-traffic areas, supporting downtown events, and ensuring all downtown parks remain safe, clean, functional, and welcoming. Additional responsibilities include budgeting, invoice processing, supply procurement, hiring, training, and evaluating employees.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree, OR seven (7) years of related experience
Minimum of two (2) years in a leadership or supervisory role
Valid Driver’s License
Read and interpret safety rules, procedural manuals, and technical documents
Write clear reports, logs, and work-related correspondence
Communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and the public
Basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, area, volume
Apply problem-solving techniques to routine and complex situations
Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years municipal parks experience preferred
Playground Safety Inspector certification
Chemical Applicator License
Backflow Certification

Responsibilities

Supervise horticulturists, maintenance workers, and contractors to ensure high-quality downtown park operations.
Coordinate daily operations and schedules for staff and contractors in high-visibility areas.
Oversee planting, pruning, plant selection, fertilization, integrated pest management, and disease control.
Support seasonal plant displays, irrigation monitoring, and landscape renovations.
Manage cleanliness, litter control, graffiti removal, and general upkeep for downtown parks and plazas.
Coordinate operational support for downtown events, including setup, cleanup, power access, and logistical support.
Develop, monitor, and manage contracts for downtown landscape and facility services.
Assist Parks leadership with budgeting, invoice processing, supply procurement, and purchasing.
Hire, train, and evaluate employees under supervision.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, municipal regulations, and documentation requirements for inspections, maintenance logs, and contractor records.