Arboriculture Coordinator (Tree Risk Mitigation)

Memorial Park Conservancy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Memorial Park Conservancy is seeking an Arboriculture Coordinator (Tree Risk Mitigation) to advance the health, safety, and resilience of Memorial Park's trees. You will lead daily arboriculture operations on-site, prioritize field work, and guide team members in risk mitigation, with seasonal plant health care duties.

The role reports to the Arboriculture Supervisor, with a schedule of Monday–Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and occasional evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of professional field experience in arboriculture, tree health care, urban forestry, or related field; leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of arboricultural practices of tree risk mitigation including: tree felling, downed tree removal, and structural pruning.
• Strong tree and pest identification skills; familiarity with native and invasive species preferred.
• Experience safely operating arboriculture equipment (including arboriculture lift) and tools, working at heights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital work order or asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritize daily arboriculture work across assigned areas, adjusting in real time, based on site conditions and operational needs.
• Perform and guide arboricultural practices including tree risk mitigation, structural pruning, working at heights, and tree felling.
• Conduct tree risk assessments and support development and execution of hazard mitigation plans.
• Monitor tree health, structural integrity, and site conditions to inform immediate field decisions and ongoing maintenance needs.
• Maintain active field engagement to monitor work quality and reinforce best practices.
• Lead daily field operations and direct the work of Technicians, seasonal staff, and volunteers.

Skills

Arboriculture

Tree risk mitigation

Leadership

Operations coordination

Equipment operation

Tools

Arboriculture lift

Work order systems

MS Office

Job description

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Arboriculture Coordinator (Tree Risk Mitigation)
Memorial Park Conservancy

Description

Arboriculture Coordinator (Tree Risk Mitigation)

Position Summary

The Arboriculture Coordinator advances the health, safety, and long-term resilience of Memorial Park's trees by leading daily arboriculture operations within assigned areas. This role serves as a working role, prioritizing and coordinating field work, applying technical expertise in real time, and guiding team members primarily in the implementation of tree risk mitigation & tree removals, with seasonal work in plant health care, and integrated pest management practices.

This role reports to the Arboriculture Supervisor.

• Work Location: On-site at Memorial Park


• Schedule: Monday-Friday at 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM; occasional evenings and weekends required based on operational needs (seasonal adjustments may apply)


• Employment Status: Full-Time


• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)


• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; short- and long-term disability; and 401(k) retirement plan. Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Arboriculture Operations

• Lead and prioritize daily arboriculture work across assigned areas, adjusting in real time, based on site conditions and operational needs.


• Perform and guide arboricultural practices including tree risk mitigation, structural pruning, working at heights, and tree felling.


• Conduct tree risk assessments and support development and execution of hazard mitigation plans.


• Monitor tree health, structural integrity, and site conditions to inform immediate field decisions and ongoing maintenance needs.


• Maintain strong situational awareness in the field by recognizing and responding to issues such as structural defects, pest or disease presence, irrigation stress, or safety risks.


• Coordinate with the Supervisor on prioritization, resource needs, and complex or high-risk situations.


• Complete and review documentation of maintenance, inspections, and tree assessments using established work order and tracking systems.


• Lead daily field operations and direct the work of Technicians, seasonal staff, and volunteers.


• Provide hands-on training and technical guidance in arboricultural practices, tools, and equipment.


• Coordinate workflow, materials, and equipment in the field to ensure efficient and high-quality execution.


• Maintain active field engagement to monitor work quality and reinforce best practices.

Team Support & Communication

• Communicate field conditions, operational needs, and emerging issues to the Supervisor in a timely manner.


• Provide input on team performance and communicate concerns or development needs for appropriate follow-up.


• Support onboarding and ongoing development of team members through daily coaching and instruction.

Safety & Operational Standards

• Interact with park visitors in a courteous and professional manner and model service standards.


• Reinforce safe work practices, proper equipment use, and compliance with safety policies, including required personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Monitor field conditions and elevate safety concerns and operational risks to the Supervisor.


• Lead volunteer activities and support special events as needed.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of professional field experience in arboriculture, tree health care, urban forestry, or related field; leadership experience preferred.


• Demonstrated knowledge of arboricultural practices of tree risk mitigation including: tree felling, downed tree removal, and structural pruning, .


• Strong tree and pest identification skills; familiarity with native and invasive species preferred.


• Experience safely operating arboriculture equipment (including arboriculture lift) and tools, working at heights.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital work order or asset management systems.

Preferred Certifications

N/A

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.


• Capacity to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and stand for extended periods.


• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a repetitive basis.


• Safely operate motorized vehicles and power equipment.


• Work safely in high-traffic public environments.


• Perform work at heights following required safety training.

Safety Expectations

All employees share responsibility for maintaining a safe work environment. Staff must follow established safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment (PPE), exercise caution in all work activities, and immediately report hazards, unsafe conditions, or injuries to supervisors.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and scope of work for this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support Memorial Park Conservancy's mission and operations.