Field Arborist

Salary: $69,000.00

General Description And Classification Standards
The purpose of the Field Arborist position in the Department of City Planning is to enforce the City's tree ordinance and to assist citizens with tree-related problems and questions. Duties include, but are not limited to: evaluating tree health per City Code; issuing removal permits when trees are dead, dying, or hazardous; inspecting construction sites to determine compliance with approved construction plans;

inspecting construction sites for compliance and issuance of final certificates of occupancy; posting public notice of potential tree removal; issuing fines and fees for failure to meet tree preservation requirements of City Code; entering details of inspections and status updates in database; and representing Arborist Division in tree conservation commission appeal hearings. The incumbent must ensure that best in class customer service is provided to both internal and external customers and embrace, support, and promote the City’s core values, beliefs, and culture.

Job Description
Department:
City Planning
Posting Expires: 9/9/2026
Salary: $69,000.00
General Description And Classification Standards
The purpose of the Field Arborist position in the Department of City Planning is to enforce the City's tree ordinance and to assist citizens with tree-related problems and questions. Duties include, but are not limited to: evaluating tree health per City Code; issuing removal permits when trees are dead, dying, or hazardous; inspecting construction sites to determine compliance with approved construction plans;

inspecting construction sites for compliance and issuance of final certificates of occupancy; posting public notice of potential tree removal; issuing fines and fees for failure to meet tree preservation requirements of City Code; entering details of inspections and status updates in database; and representing Arborist Division in tree conservation commission appeal hearings. The incumbent must ensure that best in class customer service is provided to both internal and external customers and embrace, support, and promote the City’s core values, beliefs, and culture.

Works under very general supervision and reports to the Lead Field Arborist. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Administrative Duties: Issue permits and inspection reports to customers in a timely manner, and respond to customer inquiries via letter, email, and telephone. Follow proper protocol when nuisance trees are identified. Maintain detailed work logs and status updates in City computer database. Able to calculate and explain to customers methods for assessing critical root zone impact. Accurately access fines and fees as needed.

Represent the Arborist Division in Tree Conservation Commission appeal hearings. Attend Municipal Court with City Solicitor and serving as expert witness when ordinance has been violated.
Communication: Work with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and homeowners to comply with Tree Protection ordinance. Collaborate with Arborist Division staff members and other City Divisions to ensure high quality customer service. Address civic groups, schools, garden clubs, and neighborhood groups regarding the rights and responsibilities of citizens and tree care. Exhibit excellent customer service and human relations skills.
Field Duties: Evaluate tree health and risk to determine whether trees are dead, dying, or hazardous per City…