Arborist/Deputy Tree Warden, Highway

Town of Barnstable•Hyannis, MA

10d

About The Position

Provides administrative, technical, supervisory work, and highly skilled hands-on manual work, in planning/managing and executing the care of street and park shade trees including the planting, designing, relocating, trimming and removal of trees and spraying for pest control; all other duties as assigned. Additionally responsible for assisting the Tree Warden in planning, managing, supervising, and executing general roadside maintenance.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or related field preferred
Over five years of experience in tree maintenance and pest control, with at least two years of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification as an arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture or the Massachusetts Arborists Association
CDL Class B drivers license and Massachusetts Hoisting licenses required
Ability to obtain Pesticide license within probationary period
Knowledge of the principles and practices of arboriculture
Familiarity with state and federal rules and regulations governing arboriculture, horticulture, and tree maintenance (including safety requirements)
Technical knowledge and experience in problems commonly encountered by a municipal Tree Warden or Arborist
Ability to manage and implement a large municipal-scale tree maintenance and roadside maintenance program
Ability to work effectively in precarious positions at considerable heights above the ground
Ability to instruct, train and direct subordinates
Ability to help develop and effectively manage budgets
Ability to operate all types of equipment related to tree maintenance
Ability to keep detailed records
Demonstrated ability to meet and deal appropriately and effectively with a large variety of people
Ability to assist in the professional public presentations to citizens or Town Leaders
Demonstrated ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates; and to evaluate their performance
Ability to work in a close-knit, team environment
Ability to use computers, and programs including Microsoft Office and database programs

Responsibilities

Planning/managing and executing the care of street and park shade trees including the planting, designing, relocating, trimming and removal of trees and spraying for pest control
Assisting the Tree Warden in planning, managing, supervising, and executing general roadside maintenance