Tree Protection Inspector

Permanent Full Time (CUPE 1329)

Restricted to current

Town of Oakville employees

Applications for this position must be received at  by no later than 11:59 pm on October 5, 2026.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Forest Protection, principal duties of the position include:

• Inspects properties to ensure conformance with the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection, Site Alteration, Site Plan and other related by-laws, policies and procedures of the Town.
• Provides the public, and other interested individuals, all necessary information and assistance relating to the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection and other Forestry related by-laws, policies and procedures of the Town
• Where by-law contraventions are identified, interacts directly with person(s) most likely to be responsible to secure compliance with the by-law.
• Where by-law contraventions are not resolved in a satisfactory manner, despite best efforts, initiates a prosecution under the procedures set out in the Provincial Offences Act.
• Manually and electronically records the facts of all investigations in sufficient detail to support by-law enforcement and prosecution.
• Liaises with site alteration applicants and other Departments and local Utilities to ensure compliance with the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection and other Forestry related by-laws, policies and procedures of the Town during capital projects, site alteration projects and any other construction projects.
• Maintains accurate written records of conditions, observations, inspections, etc. as required.
• Attends Provincial Offences Court as the expert witness to testify and provide evidence under oath based on investigation of by-law contravention.
• Maintains tree database including all documentation and tree permit application forms and tree permits under Public and Private Tree By-laws.
• Researches and proposes technical standards for tree protection zones and mitigation measures to minimize construction-related impacts on trees.
• Conducts technical review of Tree Management Plans, Tree Protection Plans, arborist reports, hazard assessments and associated mitigation requirements to ensure compliance with Town policies and standards.
• Conducts tree hazard evaluation and tree appraisal in accordance with industry practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A 3-year Diploma or Degree in Forestry or Arboriculture from a recognized institution with 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in urban forestry.
• Knowledgeable with current accepted industry practices. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• The successful candidate must be a Certified Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture.
• The successful candidate must hold a valid MLEOA certification. Please note consideration may be given to applicants who do not possess this certification if a fully qualified candidate is not available in the applicant pool. A successful applicant without the pre-requisite certification would be expected to obtain them as a condition of employment.
• Experience in reviewing tree protection measures and arborists reports in site alteration and site plan applications.
• Ability to read and interpret policy, procedures, by-laws, land surveys and specifications.
• Must be resourceful, a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience and demonstrated skills in dealing with difficult situations, conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal,…