PURPOSE:The Parks and Forestry Superintendent is responsible for the management of year round program of maintenance, special services, and improvements for the City's park system, Civic Center grounds and urban forest and the coordination and management of selected park programs, events, and activities as assigned.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:
Manages and directs the activities of the Parks and Forestry Division personnel.
Plans, organizes, evaluates and analyzes overall division operations to meet department established goals based on the needs of the community within budget guidelines.
Determines annual comprehensive maintenance schedule for all park facilities, buildings and equipment.
Develops, implements, evaluates, and coordinates the City's Urban Forestry Program.
Recruits, selects, trains, supervises and evaluates division staff and volunteers necessary to conduct operations in accordance with established procedures.
Plans, organizes, coordinates, assigns, and monitors work of division staff necessary to perform required job functions.
Establishes safety standards and conducts educational training programs. Implements annual salary schedule and other job status changes.
Maintains systematic, complete, and accurate records of division activities, services, and personnel.
Supervises, inspects, and monitors construction and development projects related to the park system or department controlled facilitates performed by outside contractors
Assists in the development and administration of the departmental budget.
Prepares, administers, and controls the annual budget for the division.
Develops cost accounting procedures and reports for programs and operations.
Plans for and procures materials, equipment, and supplies for effective and efficient operations.
Promotes and maintains positive Departmental public relations and image with customers, which include other City departments and staff, Elmbrook School District, community groups and organizations, and the community in general.
Serves as a liaison between various boards, the Department, Forestation Committee, and Parks and Recreation Commission, advising groups on matters of concern and interest, while receiving their guidance and input.
Responds to public inquiries with regards to division operations.
Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
THE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Parks Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture or related field.
Five (5) years' experience in parks, public work facilities, and grounds maintenance, preferably in the public sector.
Three (3) years managerial or supervisory experience.
Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide License at time of appointment and maintain certification throughout the duration of employment.
ISA Arborist Certification at time of appointment and maintain throughout the duration of employment.
Knowledge and experience in parks, buildings and grounds maintenance operations, equipment/facilities and procedures.
Knowledge and experience in the methods, equipment, and materials used in horticulture, landscape and grounds maintenance, and Arboriculture.
A valid Wisconsin driver’s license or otherwise meet the transportation needs of the position.
Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.
Applicationswill be accepted through SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2025. This deadline may be extended to meet the needs of the City.
The City of Brookfield is located in southeastern Wisconsin, in the heart of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. Incorporated in 1954, Brookfield has evolved from a “bedroom” community to a live, work, shop, and play destination. Today, Brookfield enjoys a balanced mix of idyllic residential neighborhoods; modern commercial and office districts; an interconnected system of parks, greenways, and trails; and access to some of the finest education in the nation. The City has an overnight population of about 40,000 people and a daytime (including jobs) population of 80,000, emphasizing its evolution to a full-service community. The City was recognized in 2025 by the following organizations: Wallethub.com ranked City of Brookfield #2 Best Small Cities in America. Niche.com ranked the City of Brookfield #1 in Best Suburbs to Live in Wisconsin, #2 in Best Places to Live in Wisconsin, and #2 Places with the Best Public Schools in Wisconsin. US News & World Report ranked Brookfield East and Brookfield Central in the top 10 on their Best Wisconsin High Schools list.
The City of Brookfield is a full-service municipality that includes multi-community water and wastewater facilities. The C...ity is governed by a Mayor elected at large and a
fourteen-member Common Council, two each elected from among seven aldermanic districts. The Mayor serves as the City’s chief executive officer, responsible for
administering the day-to-day affairs of the City, providing leadership and direction to the City’s management staff. The Common Council, through standing committees, provides
policy oversight of City activities, services, and programs. The City of Brookfield provides comprehensive community-wide parks and recreation services through the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department with policies and budget development determined by the Parks and Recreation Commission.
The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is committed to the effective and responsible management of parks, open space, facilities, and resources to satisfy the recreational needs of the community; and to deliver quality, benefit-based leisure services and programs that meet the varied needs and interests of the community in a cooperative, innovative, and responsive manner. The Department has two divisions: Recreation and Parks/Forestry. The Recreation Division is responsible for providing year-round recreational programs and activities for all age groups. The Parks/Forestry Division is responsible for 26 park sites and designated open space areas totaling over 1,900 acres of which 508 acres are developable land suitable for recreation areas and facilities. This division is also responsible for maintaining the Civic Center grounds and plant life in the public right-of-way in cooperation with Highway Division personnel. Major responsibilities include routine maintenance of resources, facilities and equipment including the
Wiberg Aquatic Center (WAC), providing support services for recreation programs and park improvements and development.
