Assistant Parks Supervisor - Evenings

Department: Recreation & ParksReports To: Park SupervisorSchedule: 40hrs/week; 3:00PM - 11:00PMSafety Sensitive: Yes

Help Keep Sandy Springs Parks Beautiful, Safe, and Thriving

The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a hands-on, service-driven Assistant Park Supervisor to help lead the care and operations of our award-winning parks system. In this role, you won’t just maintain spaces—you’ll help create safe, welcoming environments where residents connect, play, and unwind.

If you enjoy working outdoors, leading teams, solving problems in real time, and making a visible impact in your community, this is your opportunity to step into a dynamic leadership role in public service.

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Park Supervisor, you’ll serve as a key operational leader—coordinating people, projects, and resources to keep our parks running at their best.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting daily park maintenance operations, including grounds, facilities, and playgrounds
• Planning, scheduling, and participating in maintenance work alongside staff
• Conducting routine inspections and identifying preventative maintenance needs
• Coordinating and overseeing contractors across trades such as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and construction
• Managing service requests, resolving issues, and ensuring high levels of customer service
• Supporting park events through setup, breakdown, and on-site coordination
• Operating light and heavy equipment (e.g., tractors, skid steers) safely and effectively
• Monitoring safety practices and ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures
• Building strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and park users
• Serving as a visible, approachable presence in parks—engaging with the public and enforcing rules professionally

What You Bring

You’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, outdoor environment and knows how to balance operational demands with customer service.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Knowledge of park maintenance operations, equipment, and safety practices
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• The ability to lead teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Solid communication and conflict resolution skills
• Comfort using technology, including Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking systems
• A commitment to safety, service, and community engagement

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in parks management, landscape design, turf management, or a related field
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in grounds, facilities, or landscape maintenance
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Valid Georgia Class C driver’s license
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Why Join the City of Sandy Springs?

At the City of Sandy Springs, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional public spaces and services. You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, work in beautiful outdoor settings, and make a daily impact on the community.

Perks & Benefits include:

• Three competitive medical plan options, plus dental and vision
• 10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
• City-paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement package with 12% City contribution to a 401(a) and up to 5% match on a 457(b)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• Identity theft protection
• On-site gym access
• FirstNet (AT&T) phone discount

About Sandy Springs

With nearly 110,000 residents, Sandy Springs is Georgia’s sixth-largest city and a premier place to live and work. Known for its vibrant parks, strong public safety, and diverse community, Sandy Springs offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban convenience—just minutes from Atlanta.

The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Due to the number of job applications received, we are unable to accept phone calls or emails about the status of your application. Each applicant will receive notification at the time of applying and when a decision is made.