Lead Trails, Forest & Natural Resources Supervisor

Pocatello Fire Department; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocatello Fire Department is seeking a Natural Resources & Trails Supervisor to oversee and participate in the maintenance, management, and enhancement of city open spaces, trails infrastructure, and urban forestry programs.

The role involves about 70% fieldwork supervising crews, inspecting sites, and hands-on maintenance, and 30% administrative duties such as planning, budgeting, reporting, and project coordination. It requires collaboration with officials, other departments, and the public.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or higher in Parks and Recreation Management, Urban Forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field.
• 4 years of related full-time work or military experience preferred.
• Class B CDL.
• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance and restoration of natural open spaces, turf, native habitats, and landscaped areas.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation of asphalt trails, pathways, bridges, and associated infrastructure.
• Lead urban forestry activities including tree planting, pruning, health assessments, and risk management.
• Develop and manage budgets, monitor expenditures, and track progress on projects.
• Coordinate with Parks Division leadership, other city departments, community organizations, and external agencies.
• Maintain records, work orders, and use GIS or asset management systems for tracking maintenance and project status.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher in Parks and Recreation Management, Urban Forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field

4 years of related full-time work or military experience related to degree preferred

Class B CDL

International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist certification

Job description

Pocatello Fire Department is seeking a Natural Resources & Trails Supervisor to oversee and participate in the maintenance, management, and enhancement of city open spaces, trails infrastructure, and urban forestry programs.

The role involves about 70% fieldwork supervising crews, inspecting sites, and hands-on maintenance, and 30% administrative duties such as planning, budgeting, reporting, and project coordination. It requires collaboration with officials, other departments, and the public.