Urban Forester

OPEN EXAMINATION - ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Public Works, this mid‑management position supervises an urban forestry management program designed to optimize the health, beauty and safety of parkway trees for the public through proper planning, planting, maintenance and care.

• Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
• Plans, organizes, trains, directs and evaluates the work of personnel engaged in the planting, care and related maintenance activities required to nurture and maintain a healthy and thriving urban forest. Reviews and evaluates employees' job performance and effectively recommends personnel action.
• Plans, develops, institutes and evaluates programs related to the urban forestry management program. Reviews proposed development plans and records to evaluate parkway tree planting proposals in relationship to departmental policies, City ordinances and regulations.
• Handles unusual or difficult citizen complaints, checks time and materials expended and prepares reports. Prepares and submits budget reports anticipating equipment, materials and personnel needs. Maintains appropriate records and develops policies related to the urban forestry program.
• Manages tree maintenance contracts. Reviews tree removal and planting permits for approval recommendation. Interacts with other City departments in the development of tree related projects.
• May assume responsibilities of Assistant Director of Public Works in his/her absence.
• May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross‑training efforts. Experience and qualifications gained in this cross‑training may apply toward promotional opportunities and transfers.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of this position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Four years experience in the direction and supervision of tree planting, maintenance and removal operations.

Bachelor's Degree in forestry, horticulture or a related field.

• Valid California Class C driver's license.
• Possession and maintenance of "Certified Arborist" designation with the International Society of Arboriculture.

Knowledge of:

• Commonly used software programs such as MS Word and Excel.
• Methods, equipment, tools and safety practices of tree planting, maintenance and removal.
• Principles and practices of modern arboriculture of forestry used in park and street tree programs.

Skill in:

• Use of a personal computer.

Ability to:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.
• Deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
• Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
• Effectively supervise subordinates.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, other employees and the general public.
• Foster a teamwork environment.
• Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Plan and prioritize assignments.
• Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
• Review and evaluate employees' job performance.

Willingness to:

• Work necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives and required tasks in a timely manner.
• Initiate, recommend, and carry out personnel actions.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention. Please read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.

An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may be considered as a substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

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