Parks Maintenance Foreman

Parks Maintenance Foreman

Salary

$31.79 - $42.94 Hourly

Location

Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

FY2526-01012

Division

Parks and Recreation

Department

Maintenance

Opening Date

05/26/2026

Closing Date

6/16/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

The Scottsdale Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Parks Maintenance Foreman to lead operations at one of our most active and beloved destinations, Eldorado Park.

From its bustling sports fields and playgrounds to its lakes, community spaces, and miles of greenbelt pathways, Eldorado Park is a hub of activity for families, athletes, and visitors year-round. This role is perfect for someone who thrives outdoors, enjoys variety in their day, and takes pride in shaping the spaces that bring Scottsdale's community together.

As a Parks Maintenance Foreman at Eldorado Park, you'll play a key role in delivering #SimplyBetterService and ensuring our parks remain safe, vibrant, and welcoming for everyone who enjoys them.

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Supervising and coaching employees, approving schedules, and writing performance evaluations
• Promoting teamwork and continuous improvement while planning and directing grounds maintenance activities
• Monitoring daily work progress and providing constructive feedback to staff
• Scheduling and coordinating equipment maintenance on yearly, weekly, and quarterly calendars
• Maintaining accurate records, performing audits, and managing work system reports
• Identifying hazards, responding to emergencies, and recommending improvements in the field
• Preparing and monitoring budgets, ensuring resources are used wisely, and ordering supplies

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $37.35 /hour.

The City of Scottsdale offers comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, including 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month, available for use as soon as it's earned
• Medical Leave Accrual at 8 hours per month, also available immediately after accrual
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, including behavioral health services
• City-Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to one year of your annual salary, with optional supplemental coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 per year to help you continue your education
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)- a defined benefit pension plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, including long-term disability coverage
• Post-Employment Health Plan, employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employees PEHP
• Supplemental Retirement Options through Nationwide (457 plan)
• Pet Insurance to help care for your animals
• Bilingual Pay Compensation for eligible employees
• Employee Wellness Incentives to support your health goals
• Free Access to multiple city-owned fitness and recreational facilities

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Please note: Notifications regarding this recruitment and/or self-schedule interview invitations may come from GovernmentJobs.com; Please check your junk/spam folders regularly for these types of emails.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent.
• Three years of experience in landscaping, turf management, parks maintenance, or a related field.
• Six months of lead or supervisory experience.

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Arizona drivers license with no major citations within the past 36 months prior to the start date.

• Note: Graduated Drivers Licenses are considered restricted.

• Within six months of hire, an Arizona Pest Control Applicator certification possessing Category 1 (Industrial and Institutional), Category 3 (Ornamental & Turf), and Category 4 (Right-of-Way) must be obtained.

• Preferred: any combination of the following

• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI).

• International Society of Arboricultural (ISA) Certified Arborist.

• Extension Turf Grass Certification.

• Certified SportsField Manager.

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.

Essential Functions

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Work Environment/Physical Demands

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Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 36-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.

Part-Time Positions:

The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program

City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.

01

A high school diploma/GED is required for this position. Do you have a high school diploma / GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license (not expired or suspended/revoked)?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have any of the following restrictions on your drivers license? Please note that this does not include vision correction.

• Interlock Device
• Court Mandated Restricted Hours
• I have a Graduated Drivers License (Class G License).
• Other Non-Medical Restriction(s)
• I have no restrictions on my drivers license

04

Do you have at least three years of experience in landscaping, turf management, parks maintenance, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

05

Please describe your experience maintaining sports fields. If you do not have this experience, please write "N/A".

06

Please describe your experience creating and establishing an agronomy program for ballfields and parks. If you do not have this experience, please write "N/A"

07

Please list any relevant landscaping or parks maintenance certifications you have. Examples: Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI), International Society of Arboricultural (ISA) Certified Arborist., Extension Turf Grass Certification, Certified SportsField Manager. If you do not have landscaping or parks maintenance certifications, please write "N/A"

08

Do you have at least six months of supervisory experience in a landscaping, turf management, parks maintenance, or a related field setting?

• Yes
• No

09

Please describe your supervisory experience including the employer and number of employees supervised. If you do not have this experience, please write "N/A"

10

This position may require alternate work schedules, including weekends and holidays. Are you able to work this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

11

Please indicate the days and times you are available to work: Example: Sunday - 11:00am-4:00pm Monday - 4:00pm-9:00 pm Tuesday - not available Wednesday - 4:00pm-9:00pm Thursday - 2:00pm-7:00pm Friday - not available Saturday - 10:00am-3:00pm

12

Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.

• City Website
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Governmentjobs.com
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair (In-Person / Virtual)
• Recruiter
• Other

13

I understand that any communication for this recruitment may come via an email from governmentjobs.com and I will check my email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Scottsdale

Address 9191 E San Salvador Dr

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85258

Website http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov