Urban Forester
The City of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation Department is hiring an individual to perform professional work in the city urban forestry program to include arboriculture, ground maintenance, and landscaping.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Conduct tree inspections to assess state of the urban forest, monitor tree health, and prescribe treatments when needed.
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of urban forestry related projects and departmental management plans.
- Work with contractors, forestry crews, non-profit and volunteer organizations, and Saint Paul residents to resolve problems and achieve results in all aspects of urban forestry operations.
- Investigate complaints related to the urban forest and provide appropriate assistance.
- May instruct forestry crews in forestry maintenance concepts and procedures and perform outreach and education on related topics.
- For more information and essential functions, see our job description.
Information Specific to this Position:
We currently have one Urban Forester vacancy in the Forestry Section of the Parks & Recreation Department located at 1100 Hamline Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55108. Forestry operates on a Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule. Some evening and weekend hours are required intermittently throughout the year. The position is a combination of office and field work.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree in Forestry or a related field, and one year of professional municipal urban forestry or equivalent experience. (No substitution for education.)
Must be an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist.
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
How to Apply:
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A legible copy of your ISA Certified Arborist card or other documentation showing certification status
- A legible copy of your ISA Certified Arborist card or other documentation showing certification status
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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email: danni.smith@stpaul.gov
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.