Urban Tree Inspector - Field & Permits Expert (Hybrid)

City of Portland; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland is seeking skilled Tree Inspectors to conduct systematic health, structural integrity, and safety assessments of city trees. This advanced professional role may involve field inspections, work orders for pruning or removal, and coordinating with contractors under City contracts.

Inspectors collaborate across bureaus, utilities, developers, and agencies to ensure regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes public communication, equity, and teamwork, with hybrid work

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and evaluating trees in an urban environment.
• Experience interpreting work plans and using modern database systems.
• Urban forestry best practices and tree risk assessment knowledge.
• Ability to communicate with diverse external and internal audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely reviews of permit applications and on-site inventories.
• Provide technical responses and assess permit compliance.
• Respond to inquiries from residents and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain records of tree conditions and use permit database.
• Investigate and gather evidence for Tree Code violations and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with supervisors, forester, and other bureaus to implement Tree Code.
• Participate in fostering a positive and equitable work culture.

Skills

Urban tree inspection

Tree risk assessment

Public communication

Collaboration with agencies

Job description

The City of Portland is seeking skilled Tree Inspectors to conduct systematic health, structural integrity, and safety assessments of city trees. This advanced professional role may involve field inspections, work orders for pruning or removal, and coordinating with contractors under City contracts.

Inspectors collaborate across bureaus, utilities, developers, and agencies to ensure regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes public communication, equity, and teamwork, with hybrid work