Parks Supervisor - Athletics/Weekend Operations (82729)

TOWN OF ERIE•Erie, CO

7d•$40 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

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 Supervisor for Athletics/Weekend Operations! Reporting to the Parks Maintenance Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing all weekend maintenance operations, special event support, and athletic field preparation operations for the Parks & Open Space Division. 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. Full-Time, Hourly Hiring rates are dependent upon experience. 2026 Anticipated Hiring Salary Range $40.30/hr - $48.37/hr 2026 Full Salary Range $40.30/hr - $56.43/hr Anticipated Work Schedule: Full-time (Monday-Friday shifts) 40 hours per week with some nights and weekends as needed. Ability to be on-call is required. The schedule may vary depending on specific division needs and Town events. Work Location: Leon A Wurl Service Center (150 Bonnell Ave, Erie, CO 80516) This position is 100% in-person and not eligible for remote work Posting Dates: 2/13/26 –3/1/26 Please ensure your application is submitted and complete prior to 11:59pm on 3/1/2026 to be considered. All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process. Accommodations To review the full job description(s), including a full list of duties and physical & environmental factors, visit our Job Description page here. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at [email protected] and [email protected].

Requirements

An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in parks or wildlife management, forestry, horticulture, turf management or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in parks and open space maintenance operations with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Ability to obtain CPR, AED and First Aid certifications within three months of hire
Ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators License within three months of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Depending on assignment, the following may be required: Certified Sports Field Manager Pesticide Applicators Qualified Supervisor License Certified Playground Safety Inspector Certified Pool Operator Certified Landscape Technician Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor

Responsibilities

Assist, perform and direct a variety of routine to complex maintenance and construction activities to include mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, top-dressing, trash collection, turf management, irrigation, athletic field maintenance, playground maintenance, trails maintenance, skate park maintenance, event management and support, general forestry, open space and horticultural assignments
Assist and perform maintenance and construction activities as needed.
May perform a variety of heavy laboring activities including the use of hand tools, a wide variety of power equipment and heavy construction and maintenance equipment
Operate heavy and light duty equipment to perform maintenance and construction tasks
May install and maintain concrete work, signage, fences, courts, benches, grills, tables and other park amenities
May be responsible for the inspection and assessment of playgrounds, splash pads, park amenities, construction activities and athletic fields for safety and compliance with Park and ADA standards
May be responsible for irrigation systems maintenance, including programming controllers, designing systems and layouts and fixing breaks. May have primary responsibility for all Town irrigation systems
May review landscape or irrigation plans and prepare recommendations prior to construction; participate in pre-bid, pre-construction, and project progress meetings; develop punch lists and conduct extensive landscape or irrigation inspections prior to granting initial and final acceptance on landscape projects
Oversee related special events to include ordering materials, setting up equipment, and coordinating with inside staff and outside agencies
Maintain adequate equipment, tool, and material inventories as well as complete repairs, prepare repair requirements and recommends corrective action
Maintain a safe working environment to include working in traffic and congested areas, working in ditches and confined spaces and all work environments
Assist with preparation of the annual budget for the division and monitors assigned budgets throughout the year
Process purchase orders and invoices
Perform data entry of information, maintenance logs, work orders and other data
Maintain daily, weekly, monthly and annual records of personnel, equipment, and materials
Respond to customer inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Prepare necessary records and reports
Recruit, interview, hire, perform orientations, schedule and supervise full-time and part-time/seasonal staff and volunteers
Train and mentor staff and volunteers to include creation of training materials, conducting staff meetings, and providing professional development
Manage staff performance by maintaining staff-related documentation, completing timely and thorough performance evaluations, coaching and initiating disciplinary action as needed
Create and promote positive working relationships and an inclusive environment amongst staff, volunteers and participants.
Facilitate conflict resolution strategies as needed
Ensure all required staff and volunteer certifications and trainings are completed
Submit bi-weekly payroll by established deadlines, verify accurate timesheet entries and make adjustments as needed
Track and maintain staff and volunteer hours for budgetary purposes and ensure ACA and labor law compliance
Work closely with and oversees the work of contractors and vendors, inspect and approves work

Benefits

Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability
Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health/wellness purchases
Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
Robust Extended Sick Leave (ESL) and family sick leave program
48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year; pro-rated at time of hire
3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service)
40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) to each new employee upon hire
Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
Twenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer Leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new child
Option to “sell back” PTO after two years of continuous employment
457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral AND employer contributions
Education reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
Individual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family memberships
Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes
Childcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
Half-off charging at town-owned EV charging stations
Pet Insurance
Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
Eligible for discount Dell Computer program
Onsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunities
We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer!