Urban Forest Supervisor

What's the Role and What You'll Do We're looking for a motivated, skilled, and experience professional to take on the role of Urban Forest Supervisor. This position will play a direct role in the activities of the Urban Forest Division, including the Heritage and Street Tree programs, and the implementation of a new Urban Forest Plan. This position receives direction from the Urban Forest Manager and exercises supervision over other assigned division staff. If you are looking to utilize your knowledge and initiative to have a direct impact on the community, this position is for you! The Essentials * Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license. * Three years of increasingly responsible experience in tree maintenance activities, including two years of lead supervision responsibility. * Possession of an associate's degree in arboriculture or a related field of study is highly desirable. Bonus Points: * Possession of a certified arborist certification. * Possession of an associate's degree in arboriculture or a related field. Are We a Match? What You'll Do * Utilize your experience in arboriculture to inform recommendations on improvements and modifications to existing operations * Help realize the vision of the division by implementing new projects * Directly supervise assigned staff, provide feedback on their work and ensure a high standard of work is met * Participate in the administration of the division by preparing reports, assisting in budget preparation and administration, and monitoring expenditures * Play a key role in the selection of staff and the continuing training of staff * Provide feedback to staff through performance evaluations, help develop skills of staff for their professional growth * Utilize a customer-service centric approach when educating the public and answering inquiries * See a direct and measurable result of your work by coordinating tree-trimming and tree planting activities * Enforce tree ordinance standards Are We a Match? * You are a leader committed to furthering the growth of your team * You pride yourself on your ability to provide exceptional customer service to the public and colleagues * You are an exceptional communicator with strong interpersonal skills * You are self-motivated, team-oriented, and reliable * You are motivated to leverage your technical expertise in a leadership role * You have excellent judgement and decision-making skills Apply Now Submit your application and resume online at or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis with a first application review date of Friday, November 8, 2024, at 5:00 pm PST. This recruitment may close at any time. Fine Print. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our Benefit Comparison Chart. 01 Briefly describe your experience performing tree maintenance activities. Include your length of experience and general duties performed. 02 Briefly describe your experience acting as a lead or supervisor in your time performing tree maintenance. Include your length of experience, general duties performed, and number of employees supervised. 03 Briefly describe any formal education or training related to arboriculture, including any relevant training or certifications. 04 Briefly describe your experience managing contracts or budgets. Include your length of experience and general duties performed. 05 Briefly describe your experience interpreting and implementing Municipal Tree Ordinances, Standards and Specifications. Required Question Agency City of Mountain View (CA) Address 500 Castro Street Mountain View, California, 94041 Website

Created: 2025-01-12