<p>Job Title</p> <p>Parks Superintendent</p> <p>Department</p> <p>Parks and Recreation</p> <p>Posting Date</p> <p>April 1, 2026</p> <p>Closing Date for Resumes/Applications</p> <p>Open Until Filled</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$87,740.55 - $122,836.75/ Annually</p> <p>Comprehensive, Cost-Effective Benefits Package:</p> <p>Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; FSA; HSA; Lagers Pension- L6 Tier and Deferred Compensation program; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Employee Assistance Programs and Educational Benefits.</p> <p>Exempt/Non-exempt</p> <p>Exempt</p> <p>Status</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>The purpose of this position is to plan, administer and supervise parks and cemetery grounds; facilities maintenance; construction projects and personnel.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</p> <p>The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.</p> <ul> <li>Prepares and recommends annual maintenance and cemetery operations budgets. </li><li>Assists in developing short and long-term capital improvement plans including: project planning and timeframes, resource allocation, design and cost estimates. </li><li>Administers budgets of operations and capital outlay for parks maintenance and cemetery as appropriate. </li><li>Organizes, schedules, supervises and evaluates employees. Assigns priorities and allocates personnel. </li><li>Assists with research, preparing and reviewing bid documents for equipment, supplies, materials, services and repair/construction projects. </li><li>Manages, supervises, coordinates and evaluates contracts, equipment, supplies, materials and services for performance, cost effectiveness and suitability. </li><li>Coordinates the planning, design and implementation of a variety of maintenance, construction and cemetery programs and facilities. </li><li>Coordinates and evaluates effective and efficient use of personnel, equipment, supplies and facilities within the park's maintenance and cemetery divisions. </li><li>Analyzes best management practices and evaluates operations and facilities for maintenance, construction and cemetery needs and improvement. </li><li>Develops reports and recommends policies and procedures for maintenance, construction and cemetery. </li><li>Plans, recommends and/or implements employee in-service training programs. </li><li>Ensures compliance with regulatory mandates and standards for health, safety, building/fire codes, customers, contractors and employees. </li><li>Assists in preparing grant applications and administers grant funds and reporting. </li><li>Performs Director and Assistant Director duties in their absence or as directed. </li><li>Participates in on-going training and development. Attends and participates in relevant seminars, workshops and conventions. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Training and Experience Required</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Parks Maintenance, Park and Recreation Administration or related field. </li><li>Six to Eight years public works, parks or private sector maintenance/construction supervisory experience; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. </li><li>Valid Missouri motor vehicle operator's license required. </li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Software, VSI Software applications preferred </li><li>Ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information such as blueprints, site plans, architects' drawings, schematics, construction reports, bid specifications, building codes and standards, hazardous chemical sheets and engineering manuals. </li><li>Certified Playground Safety Inspector, preferred. </li><li>ISA Certified Arborist, preferred. </li><li>Familiarity with drafting, GIS, or CAD preferred. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p>Online employment applications can be accessed on our City Website: www.stcharlescitymo.gov</p> <p>The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify</p>