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The City of Peoria strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long-term careers. The salary shown in the job description is the full hiring range for this position. At the City of Peoria, you will be a part of an organization that values employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career building.

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This position is located at the Peoria Sports Complex – home to the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners Major League baseball clubs. The purpose of this position is to oversee functions in athletic field maintenance, including administrative tasks, safety compliance, turfgrass management and project coordination. Collaboration is required in supply inventory, purchasing processes, report creation and monitoring field standards. This role is directly responsible for equipment management, chemical storage compliance, irrigation system oversight, and athletic field management.

The person in this position will:

• Execute budget priorities with emphasis on staff supervision, water management, equipment and chemical supplies.
• Contribute to monthly supervisor reports.
• Supervise multiple staff direct reports ensuring operational responsibilities in field preparations are met.
• Coordinate agronomic and reconditioning maintenance calendar with Parks department.
• Perform laser leveling, over-seeding, field re-conditioning and other seasonal turf care practices.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A highly skilled, safety conscious, punctual team player with a high work ethic.
• Someone that understands that they will be hired to perform a job that is schedule and work order driven.
• Comfortable and able to execute essential functions in highly visible, public use areas.
• Self-motivated and able to work both individually and with a team, while understanding that while field maintenance will be their primary focus, there will be times where it is necessary to act cross-functionally based on Departmental needs.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

In addition to offering a competitive salary, Peoria offers competitive compensation and benefit package to eligible employee groups. Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently ranked as the #1 place to live in Arizona by Money Magazine, and in the top 50 happiest places to live in the country, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives, and culture of Peoria.

Join our growing team and become a part of the buzz that is Peoria! If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:
A standard twelve-month probationary period must be served. However, it may be extended depending on incumbent performance. Applications will be accepted for current vacancies only until closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field such as horticulture, turfgrass management, recreation, etc.
• Experience: Minimum of five years related experience. Requires a broad knowledge of field maintenance administration, specialized practices, maintenance equipment, workflow systems and procedures.
• Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:
• Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators License within 6 months of hire
• Sustainable Landscape Management within 6 months of hire
• Valid Driver’s License upon hire.

Preferred / Desirable Qualification(s):

• Three years supervisory experience
• Experience in a municipal or government setting
• Certified Landscape Professional (ALCP)

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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