Park Arborist Lead - Urban Forestry

Sowela; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Holidays

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability

FSAs

EAP

Retirement plan

457 plan

Job summary

The City of Bellingham is seeking a Park Specialist – Urban Forestry to manage technical arboriculture tasks and aerial tree work in city parks and rights-of-way. You will oversee staff,Coordinate with departments, and prepare professional reports to guide forest management decisions.

Requirements include four years in arboriculture, ISA Arborist credential, TRAQ, and relevant licenses. A safety-focused, team-oriented candidate will thrive in this role with strong communication and field

Qualifications

• Four years of recent experience in technical arboriculture with removals and pruning.
• Two years arboriculture planning and hazard assessment with reports.
• ISA Certified Arborist required at time of hire; TRAQ and licenses ideal.
• Pre-employment background checks and driving license requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, implement, monitor and evaluate work for trees and forest stands.
• Lead staff, provide training and day-to-day direction; prepare reports.
• Coordinate with other city departments, developers and contractors.
• Provide expert arborist input and written reports on tree issues.

Skills

Arboriculture techniques

Aerial tree work

Hazard assessment

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Verbal communication

Education

ISA Certified Arborist credential

Tools

Rope and saddle

Rigging equipment

Aerial lifts

TRAQ Certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Pesticide License

Job description

The City of Bellingham is seeking a Park Specialist – Urban Forestry to manage technical arboriculture tasks and aerial tree work in city parks and rights-of-way. You will oversee staff,Coordinate with departments, and prepare professional reports to guide forest management decisions.

Requirements include four years in arboriculture, ISA Arborist credential, TRAQ, and relevant licenses. A safety-focused, team-oriented candidate will thrive in this role with strong communication and field