Salary: $117,314.13 - $153,016.80 Annually
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Unclassified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number: PR26-047
Department: Parks, Recreation & Marine - (UC)
Division: PR-MAINT OPER-GROUNDS MAINT
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTIONThe Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine currently has one (1) opening available for Superintendent of Park Maintenance.
Appointment to this position is expected to be at or below the midpoint,
$135,165.46 annually, of the salary range, however, the final amount will be carefully determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, qualifications, and an evaluation of internal equity within the organization
THE POSITIONThe Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is seeking an energetic and dedicated professional to fill a
Park Maintenance Superintendent position, which supports the Maintenance Operations Bureau. This position is responsible for planning and supervising grounds maintenance operations for the City's parks, athletic fields and other public facilities. This position is one of two superintendents that report to the Bureau Manager of Maintenance Operations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Grounds Maintenance Division;
- Select, train, motivate, and discipline subordinate employees;
- Develop an effective water conservation strategy and water management plan;
- Ensure the monitoring of expenditures to guarantee the effective use of allocated financial resources;
- Develop and implement a long-term irrigation system replacement strategy;
- Oversee daily inspection and monitoring of contracted services to ensure contract compliance and documentation;
- Oversee the maintenance of the City's lakes, urban forest, nature center, Sunnyside cemetery and City cemetery;
- Prepare and present written and oral reports for various audiences;
- Prioritize assignments, while effectively responding to emergencies and resolving complaints;
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE EDUCATION- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Horticulture, or a closely related field. Candidates may substitute experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position for the required education on a year-for-year basis. (Proof of education is required at time of submission, if applicable).
EXPERIENCE- Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in contract administration, grounds/landscaping management, project management, or a related field; including, one (1) year experience working in one or more of the following: turf maintenance, playground maintenance, landscape maintenance, urban forest management, pesticide application, and/or National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
- Must have at least one (1) year of supervisory or managerial level experience in a related field.
- A valid driver's license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills;
- Excellent oral, written and public presentation skills;
- Ability to be sensitive to the Bureau's customers, community groups and community leaders;
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
- Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
SELECTION PROCEDUREThis recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST on XXXX 2026To be considered, applicants must complete the online application and submit a cover letter, resume, and proof of education (if applicable) in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all required documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7800.
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security.
Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected.
Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000.
Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination.
Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service.
Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year.
Sick Leave: One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.
Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.
Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below;
- Department Head $650.00
- Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00
- Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00
- Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00
Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation).
- Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members.
- Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses.
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval).
Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process.Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents for this job that you are applying?
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration,
