Park Operations Manager

PARK OPERATIONS MANAGER

The City of Moline, IL

SALARY:

• $42,27 - $61.29 Hourly
• $87,925.14 - $127,491.31 Annually

SCHEDULE:

• Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• 7/6/2026, 5:00 PM Central

WHO ARE WE?

The City of Moline is a welcoming, hard-working community located along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Quad Cities. With a population of just over 42,000, Moline offers the perfect of small-town feel and big-city convenience.

As a full-service city, we're here to provide great services, support local growth, and make Moline a great place to live, work, and visit. We're proud of our team and the work we do to keep our city running smoothly.

When you join the City of Moline, you become part of a group that values making a difference in the community. We're all about doing good work and helping each other succeed.

HOW YOU"LL CONTRIBUTE:

As the Park Operations Manager, you will lead and coordinate park maintenance operations to ensure City parks, facilities, and grounds are safe, well-maintained, and ready to serve the community year-round. You will translate City and departmental goals into effective daily operations by planning and overseeing maintenance activities across parks, cemeteries, buildings and grounds, forestry, landscaping, and aquatic facilities, while collaborating closely with other Public Works divisions and City departments on seasonal and special initiatives. Through strong leadership, you will recruit, train, coach, and support staff, promote safety through accountability, and implement standardized procedures that improve efficiency and service delivery. You will also contribute strategically by administering budgets, managing contracts and equipment, assisting with capital improvement planning, preparing reports and analyses, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, labor agreements, and City policies -- helping to preserve and enhance the quality of public spaces for residents and visitors alike.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Plan, schedule, and oversee all park maintenance operations, including parks, cemeteries, buildings and grounds, forestry, landscaping, and aquatic facilities.
• Lead, supervise, and support assigned staff by recruiting, training, coaching, evaluating performance, and administering discipline in accordance with City policies and labor agreements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized work procedures to improve efficiency, safety, and service quality.
• Coordinate staffing and operations with other Public Works divisions for seasonal programs such as leaf collection and snow and ice control.
• Collaborate with the Parks and Recreation Department to ensure parks and facilities are prepared for recreational activities and special events.
• Inspect work sites to assess maintenance needs, determine required materials and equipment, and ensure work meets established standards.
• Prepare and administer assigned operating budgets, monitor expenditures, and develop budget estimates based on operational needs.
• Assist in prioritizing and recommending park capital improvement projects.
• Prepare operational reports, cost analyses, specifications, and documentation related to departmental goals and performance.
• Manage maintenance service contracts, procurement of supplies and equipment, and control of inventory.
• Oversee the condition, maintenance, and serviceability of park maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, safety regulations, City policies, and labor contract provisions.
• Provide timely and professional responses to service requests, inquiries, and concerns from the public, contractors, and City departments.
• Promote clear communication, teamwork, and effective information flow within the division and across departments.
• Serve on City or departmental committees and act as Director in the Director's absence, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of park, cemetery, and recreation facility maintenance, including landscaping, forestry, buildings, and grounds operations.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment, vehicles, materials, and safe work practices used in park operations.
• Skill in supervising, training, evaluating, and motivating staff while maintaining effective employee and labor relations.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work to meet operational demands and seasonal requirements.
• Ability to develop and administer budgets, prepare reports, and conduct basic cost and operational analyses.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with employees, elected officials, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and labor agreements in daily operations.
• Ability to analyze problems, exercise sound judgment, and make informed decisions in a dynamic work environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in parks and recreation administration, forestry, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in park maintenance, landscaping, forestry, or a related operational environment.
• Experience supervising staff, coordinating work activities, and supporting employee performance and development.
• Experience in budgeting, contract administration, and managing equipment or maintenance operations is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Illinois Driver's License or equivalent.
• Valid State of Illinois Pesticide Public Applicator License with Right-of-Way Endorsement within six (6) months of hire
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) through the National Recreation and Park Association within six (6) months of hire.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to walk, stand, or sit; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and make fine adjustments; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock, dangerous chemicals, and hazardous atmospheres. Work is performed under varied weather conditions in some extremely disagreeable conditions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary/Compensation: $87,925 - $127,491 per year