Urban Forestry Inspector I/II
About The Position
The City of San José Department of Transportation is hiring for an Urban Forestry Inspector I/II position to help maintain a healthy, thriving community forest through urban tree management, field inspections, data collection, and resident support. The inspector works closely with residents, service delivery partners, and DOT maintenance and inspection teams to address community needs and improve neighborhood livability. Strong verbal and written communication skills and enthusiasm for trees are essential. The role involves complex urban forestry fieldwork and related administrative tasks, applying general professional tree-management principles to inspections and data collection, communicating with residents and service delivery partners, and coordinating with DOT teams. The recruitment is for one vacant position and may also be used to fill additional positions. The I and II levels have different experience requirements and salary ranges.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED Test or California Proficiency Certificate).
- For Urban Forestry Inspector I: two years of experience in tree maintenance and/or planting activities related to a public street tree or landscape maintenance program.
- For Urban Forestry Inspector II: two years of experience inspecting trees to determine hazardous conditions or trimming needs.
- College coursework in landscape architecture, horticulture, forestry, environmental science, or a related field may substitute for up to one year of required experience.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, a valid California driver's license.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and enthusiasm for trees.
- The ideal candidate demonstrates job expertise, communication skills, constructive energy, customer service, flexibility, problem solving, reliability, and teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex fieldwork in urban forestry management and related administrative tasks.
- Apply general principles of professional tree management to tree inspections, data collection, and related assignments.
- Communicate effectively with residents and service delivery partners to address concerns and coordinate services.
- Collaborate with DOT maintenance and inspection teams to respond to resident needs and support neighborhood livability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
