Lead Urban Forester - Shape a Thriving City Forest

City of Monterey; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Spending Fund

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation Accruals

Sick Leave

14 Paid Holidays

Education Incentive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

CalPERS Retirement

Job summary

The City of Monterey is seeking an experienced Urban Forester to lead the City’s urban forestry program, oversee tree maintenance and contractors, and help develop standards for arboriculture and community engagement. This role focuses on protecting and growing Monterey’s urban tree resources and guiding public outreach initiatives.

As the most advanced position in the Tree Maintenance series, you will apply specialized arboricultural expertise, implement forestry plans, supervise staff, and

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in forestry, urban forestry, or related field.
• Proven experience managing an urban forestry program.
• Strong knowledge of arboriculture principles and practices.
• Experience supervising tree maintenance contractors and public works staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the City-wide urban forestry program for public properties, parks, and greenbelts.
• Provide technical guidance on arboriculture and urban forest management.
• Oversee tree maintenance contractors and ensure work meets standards.
• Develop and implement urban forestry plans, policies, and outreach programs.
• Engage the community in caring for Monterey's urban forest and promote stewardship.

Skills

Arboriculture

Urban forestry management

Contractor supervision

Public outreach

Education

B.S. in Forestry or Urban Forestry

Tools

GIS

Tree inventory software

Job description

The City of Monterey is seeking an experienced Urban Forester to lead the City’s urban forestry program, oversee tree maintenance and contractors, and help develop standards for arboriculture and community engagement. This role focuses on protecting and growing Monterey’s urban tree resources and guiding public outreach initiatives.

As the most advanced position in the Tree Maintenance series, you will apply specialized arboricultural expertise, implement forestry plans, supervise staff, and