Urban Forester: Lead Citywide Tree Program

City-of-Monterey,-Ca; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

CalPERS Retirement

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

City of Monterey invites an Urban Forester to plan, coordinate, and supervise the city’s urban forestry program. You will provide technical guidance in arboriculture and urban forest management and oversee tree maintenance contractors while ensuring high standards and safety.

You will develop outreach and education efforts to engage the community in protecting Monterey’s urban forest and its resources. This role requires independent judgment and a commitment to a healthy, sustainable urban

Qualifications

• Experience in arboriculture and urban forest management.
• Ability to supervise contractors and manage programs.
• Strong community outreach skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the City-wide urban forestry program.
• Provide specialized technical guidance in arboriculture and urban forestry.
• Oversee and evaluate tree maintenance contractors.
• Develop and implement public outreach and education programs.

Skills

Arboriculture

Urban forest management

Contractor supervision

Public outreach

Job description

City of Monterey invites an Urban Forester to plan, coordinate, and supervise the city’s urban forestry program. You will provide technical guidance in arboriculture and urban forest management and oversee tree maintenance contractors while ensuring high standards and safety.

You will develop outreach and education efforts to engage the community in protecting Monterey’s urban forest and its resources. This role requires independent judgment and a commitment to a healthy, sustainable urban