Supervisor, Sports and Leisure Grounds

About the Role and Organization

The City of Guelph is seeking a dedicated professional to fill the permanent full-time position of Supervisor, Sports and Leisure Grounds within the Parks Department. This role is based at Parks, 50 Municipal Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada, and involves in-person work. Joining the City means becoming part of a team of over 2000 employees committed to fostering an inclusive, connected, and prosperous community aligned with the Future Guelph Strategic Plan and guided by corporate values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness, and learning.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary ranging from $97,148 to $121,436
• Paid vacation accrual increasing with tenure
• Paid personal days
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS including full employer matching
• Extended health and dental coverage with Health Care Spending Account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Parental leave top-up program
• Learning and development opportunities, including tuition assistance
• Employee recognition initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and establishment of turf in parks, boulevards, roadsides, stormwater facilities, sports fields, and courts
• Manage sports field and court infrastructure including setup, painting, lighting, resurfacing, nets, lines, benches, backstops, central irrigation control, integrated pest management, and turf cultural activities such as fertilization and aeration
• Supervise maintenance and operation of the City’s trail system
• Coordinate and supervise preparations and operations for tournaments and sports events
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, departmental policies, best practices, and relevant codes; develop and implement standard operating procedures and guidelines as needed
• Recruit, train, motivate, manage, and evaluate full-time, contract, and seasonal staff, conducting performance reviews and addressing disciplinary actions when necessary
• Create and manage work plans and schedules prioritizing operational needs
• Track, analyze, and report operational performance, recommending improvements to enhance safety, service quality, and efficiency
• Respond to inquiries, investigate service requests and complaints from the public, emergency services, management, and council
• Develop and implement maintenance and renewal strategies for assets, including condition assessments for future repairs and replacements
• Manage procurement of materials, services, and equipment supporting both operational and capital projects, including contract audits and price negotiations
• Execute capital and operational budget projects on schedule consistent with master plans, relevant legislation, and building codes
• Assist in developing sports field, turf, and trail operating and capital budgets
• Pursue grant opportunities including application, delivery, and reporting
• Ensure availability of materials and equipment to meet work plans
• Provide documentation to support risk management, insurance, and legal proceedings related to damage or liability claims
• Engage actively in professional and community committees, liaising with user groups and event organizers
• Stay current with advances in parks management, sports field construction, integrated pest management, turf care, winter control, and related equipment
• Participate in on-call rotations, including after-hours supervision of winter maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Landscape Design/Construction, Horticulture, Parks Management, Turfgrass Management, or closely related fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experienced leadership skills managing staff or work teams, preferably in municipal unionized settings
• Proven ability to procure and manage contracted services ensuring compliance with specifications and policies
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7, Pesticides Act, and related legislation
• Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage with staff, stakeholders, and public
• Strong customer service aptitude for resolving inquiries and complaints
• Ability to manage pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Required to obtain and maintain Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• Valid Class “G” driver’s license with an acceptable driving record confirmed by submission of a driver’s abstract prior to employment
• Flexible schedule with willingness to attend meetings, events beyond regular hours, and rotating shifts including evenings and weekends
• Assets include Ministry of Environment Pesticide License(s), Integrated Pest Management Accreditation, CSA Z462 electrical safety training, Joint Health & Safety Certification, and experience with mobile data devices and software such as PerfectMind, EProval, GIS, JD Edwards, or WAM

Work Schedule

The role demands a 35-hour week from Monday to Friday, typically between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm, with the possibility of evening or weekend work, and participation in an on-call rotation.

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer celebrating diversity and ensuring an inclusive workplace free from discrimination based on any protected grounds, adhering strictly to individual merit and organizational needs. Reasonable accommodations in the hiring process are available upon request.

Privacy and Hiring Process

Personal information collected will be used solely to assess employment eligibility. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Interviewees will be informed of hiring outcomes within 45 days of interviews.