Forestry Management Assistant, Natural Areas Management

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga is seeking a Forestry Management Assistant to support urban forest initiatives across streets, parks and natural areas. The role blends field work with GIS and community engagement, offering hands-on experience while protecting and expanding the city’s urban trees.

You will join a collaborative team, gain exposure to arboriculture practices, restoration efforts, and data management as you support contractors and residents in tree planting and forestry projects.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in forestry, arboriculture, urban forestry, ecology, environmental science or a related field.
• 1–2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of urban forestry, arboriculture, and ecological principles and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, GIS, computers, mobile devices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to plan, organize and complete duties within timelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Familiarity with common forestry equipment, vehicles and tools.
• Valid Ontario Class G2 Driver’s License or higher with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and perform heavy lifting (50lbs).
• Must be flexible and able to work overtime, weekends, attend evening meetings, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Assists in monitoring and assessing the health and condition of existing and newly planted trees, vegetation, and other forestry assets; report deficiencies or work required.
• Assist with ground-based arboricultural tasks such as tree pruning, removals, stumping, etc.
• Perform field audits to validate contractor work orders are completed per contracts.
• Provide first point of contact for resident tree planting requests.
• Provide recommendations for tree planting locations and species.
• Support restoration projects by assessing field conditions and related elements.
• Support forestry events by providing instruction or information on planting/restoration initiatives to the public.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Field work

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in forestry, arboriculture, urban forestry, ecology, environmental science or related field

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

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Forestry Management Assistant, Natural Areas Management

Req ID:28809
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Number of Positions:5
Closing Date:11/24/2026

Job Summary

Kick start your career in urban forestry and natural area management with the City of Mississauga. As a Forestry Management Assistant, you’ll be on the front lines of building and protecting the city’s urban forest—working outdoors in parks, neighbourhoods and natural areas while gaining real world experience that blends field work, technology, and community engagement.

In this role, you’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering city wide forestry programs. One day you could be assessing tree health or supporting restoration projects in a natural area; the next, you might be using GIS tools to inventory forestry assets, coordinating with contractors, or helping residents bring new trees into their neighbourhoods. You’ll gain hands on exposure to urban forestry operations, arboriculture practices, ecological restoration, invasive species control and public facing environmental initiatives.

Employment Period: Monday, March 1, 2027 up to Friday, December 3, 2027.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with occasional weeknight and weekend shifts, as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in monitoring and assessing the health and condition of existing and newly planted trees, vegetation,and other forestry assets on streets, parks, and natural areas, and in identifying and reporting on anydeficiencies or work required.
• Assist with ground based assistance with arboricultural tasks such as, tree pruning, removals, stumping, etc.
• Perform field audits to validate work orders assigned to contractors are completed in accordance with thecontracts.
• Provide first point of contact for resident tree planting requests.
• Provide recommendations for tree planting locations and species.
• Support natural area restoration projects by assessing field conditions, such as wildlife , invasive species,insects,access supports for events (washrooms, parking, etc.), utilities, etc.
• Support forestry events by providing instruction or information on tree planting or restoration initiatives, to thepublic, ensuring event documentation is collected and maintained (waivers, contact lists, etc.)
• Screen development applications for completeness and identify potential impacts on trees or natural heritagefeatures for further review.
• Provides functional guidance to summer students and volunteers on an as needed basis.
• Collects data and completes research for forestry projects as directed by supervisor or delegate.
• Maintains accurate record keeping of forestry records including updating GIS maps, spreadsheets and data.
• Safely operate and maintain common forestry vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Accurately operate and maintain specialized scientific data collection, diagnostic, or geospatial equipment(i.e.GPS, GIS,RTK).
• Provide status updates on resident inquiries via email and phone.
• Provide administrative support including: photocopying, scanning, filing.
• Process permit applications, event registrations, fee payments, or invoices.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in forestry, arboriculture, urban forestry, ecology, environmental science ora related field.
• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of related work experience or an approved equivalent combination ofeducation,training, and experience.
• Knowledge of urban forestry, arboriculture, and/or ecological principles and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, GIS, computers, mobile devices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to plan, organize and complete assigned duties effectively and efficiently within assigned timelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Familiarity with common forestry equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Valid Ontario Class G2 Driver’s License or higher with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and perform heavy lifting (50lbs), shoveling,bending and kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Must be flexible and able to work overtime, weekends, attend evening meetings, and special events.

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 26.29 - $ 35.06
Grade: TB
Hours of Work: 40
Work Location: 3240 Mavis Rd. Mississauga ON, L5C 3K1
Work Structure: On- site
Organization Unit: CMS/Natural Areas Management
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Parks, Forestry & Environment , Forestry
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement.
If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible.
If you are selected for an interview you are expected to disclose all current positions held in the City, whether full time or part time.

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates

Candidates are expected to complete interviews independently to ensure an equitable assessment. The use of AI-generated responses, AI assistants, transcription tools, or third-party coaching technologies during interviews is prohibited, unless supported by an approved accommodation and may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [e-mail] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
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