Landscape Supervisor Downtown

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Landscape Supervisor

Department : Park Operations

Reports To : Park Operations Manager

Location : Woldenberg Riverfront Park

Position Type : Full-time

Who We Are

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You’ll Do

As the park Landscape Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of the public parks managed by Audubon Nature Institute along the downtown riverfront. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing landscaped areas, formal gardens, pollinator habitats and park trees. You’ll manage a team of staff, coordinate with internal departments and external vendors, and ensure all park guests have a clean, safe, and enjoyable experience.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Supervise department team members, including hiring, daily supervision, performance evaluations, training, development, and discipline.
• Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and task prioritization aligned with standard operating procedures.
• Monitor departmental inventory and submit timely requests for ordering.
• Monitor equipment for safe and proper use, and report repair and servicing needs.
• Enforce proper use of tools, PPE, equipment, and chemicals; provide necessary training.
• Support event operations including setup, breakdown, and recovery.

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