Municipal Forester

City of Henderson; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement benefits

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

The City of Henderson is hiring a Municipal Forester to assist in developing and managing its forestry program. You will coordinate activities with Parks Operations to protect, inventory, and maintain trees on municipal property, and oversee contracts related to forestry maintenance.

Qualified candidates hold a related bachelor’s degree, ISA Arborist certification, and several years of municipal forestry or horticulture experience, plus licenses and certifications listed in the requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Horticulture, Forestry, Environmental Science or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in municipal/urban forestry or horticulture maintenance.
• Two (2) years of experience administering maintenance contracts.
• An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.
• A valid ISA Certified Arborist® certification is required at time of application.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or border state driver’s license.
• Must obtain OSHA card within one year of hire and keep current.
• Must obtain ISA Urban Forest Professional certification within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and managing the City’s Municipal Forestry program.
• Coordinate forestry program activities and timetables with Parks Operations and Maintenance staff.
• Oversee maintenance contracts and related duties as assigned.

Skills

ISA Certification

Education

Bachelors in Horticulture/Forestry/Env Science

Tools

OSHA Card

Nevada Pesticide Applicator

ISA Urban Forest Prof Cert

Job description

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Municipal Forester in the Department of Parks & Recreation. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under general direction, assists with developing and managing the City’s Municipal Forestry program; works with Parks Operations and Maintenance staff to coordinate forestry program activities and timetables to ensure the protection, inventory, health, and maintenance of trees on City municipal property; coordinates, manages and oversees maintenance contracts; and performs related duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary Range of $76,162.82 - $114,244.24 annually; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive review and takes into consideration that candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity.*
• Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period.**
• Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus**
• Work-Life Balance
  • Four (4) Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday to Thursday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm).
• Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Leave and Holidays Policy
  • Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
  • Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Future Path 529 College Savings Plan
  • Employer Paid Financial Wellness Benefits and Education
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Horticulture, Forestry, Environmental Science or a related field
• Three (3) years of experience in municipal/urban forestry or horticulture maintenance
• Two (2) years of experience administering maintenance contracts
• Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
• A valid and current certification as an ISA Certified Arborist® is required at the time of application
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate OSHA card as defined by the Nevada Revised Statue (NRS 618.950) Must obtain and maintain Nevada Pesticide Applicator Certification within one (1) year of hire and as a condition of continued employment
• Must obtain and maintain ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional® Certification within two (2) years of hire and as a condition of continued employment
• All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents’ expense

Documents Required at the Time of Application

• 1) Completed Employment Application
• 2) A copy of a current certification as an ISA Certified Arborist
• 3) A copy of a current certification as an ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional (if applicable)
• 4) A copy of a current Nevada Pesticide Applicator Certification (if applicable)

Assessment Dates

Oral Board Interview with Performance Component (Weighted 100%) - Monday, October 12, 2026 (Best‑Qualified Candidates)

Selection Interview - Monday, October 19, 2026 (Top‑Scoring Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

Important Information on Scheduling Assessments

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self‑schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post‑offer pre‑employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.