Trail & Natural Resources Lead

City of Pocatello; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

PERSI Retirement

401(k)

Vacation Time

Sick Time

11 Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

City of Pocatello is seeking a Natural Resources & Trails Supervisor to oversee and participate in maintaining and enhancing the city’s natural spaces, trails, and urban forestry program.

The role is approximately 70% fieldwork with 30% administrative duties such as planning, budgeting, reporting, and project coordination. It requires coordination with officials, other departments, and the public; on-call readiness and residence within 30 minutes of the work site are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or higher in Parks & Recreation Management, Urban Forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field preferred OR 4 years of related full-time work or military experience.
• Class B CDL required within 6 months of hire.
• ISA Certified Arborist certification preferred or required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage in maintenance and restoration of natural open spaces, turf, native habitats, and landscaped areas.
• Oversee asphalt trails maintenance, inspections, and safety upgrades; manage crews and contractors.
• Lead urban forestry activities including planting, pruning, pest and disease management, and inventory oversight.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenditures, and coordinate with Parks Division leadership and external agencies.

Skills

Supervision

Budgeting

Project coordination

Team leadership

GIS

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or higher in Parks & Recreation/Urban Forestry/Natural Resources

Class B CDL

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

GIS

Asset management systems

Job description

City of Pocatello is seeking a Natural Resources & Trails Supervisor to oversee and participate in maintaining and enhancing the city’s natural spaces, trails, and urban forestry program.

The role is approximately 70% fieldwork with 30% administrative duties such as planning, budgeting, reporting, and project coordination. It requires coordination with officials, other departments, and the public; on-call readiness and residence within 30 minutes of the work site are expected.