West District Forester - ISA-Certified Urban Tree Leader

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

City of Cleveland seeks a District Forester (West) to manage the urban forest within an assigned district, supervise forestry staff and contractors, and oversee tree care operations for public safety and disease prevention.

The role emphasizes scheduling, inspections, safety leadership, and on-call emergency response, with a strong focus on public service and stakeholder guidance through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in tree care operations is required.
• ISA Certified Arborist is required at the time of hire.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds and work in warehouse environment.
• Proficiency with computer systems to document workflow.
• Experience with scheduling and developing production arborists to meet quota goals.
• Experience with customer service and guiding stakeholders in tree care decisions.
• Must have experience safely operating chainsaws during emergency situations.
• Experience supervising or leading tree crews as a foreman or project manager, preferred.
• Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) is preferred.
• Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Leads urban forestry operations within assigned area in comprehensive urban tree care maintenance.
• Coordinates and monitors vendor activities.
• Provides guidance and leadership to office and field teams regarding safety regulations, training programs, and workplace safety standards.
• Develops and updates systematic tree maintenance schedules and prepares daily work orders.
• Inspects trees to determine maintenance needs and responses to complaints.
• Maintains daily records of work performed, materials used, and equipment utilized; requisitions supplies.
• Serves on call during storms and emergencies and may operate chainsaws and/or other power equipment.

Connaissances

Supervisory experience

ISA Certified Arborist

Chainsaw operation

Driver's license

Customer service

Tree care planning

Safety compliance

Scheduling

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

City of Cleveland seeks a District Forester (West) to manage the urban forest within an assigned district, supervise forestry staff and contractors, and oversee tree care operations for public safety and disease prevention.

The role emphasizes scheduling, inspections, safety leadership, and on-call emergency response, with a strong focus on public service and stakeholder guidance through data-driven decisions.