Urban Forestry Crew Supervisor

Salary : $7,085.00 - $9,044.00 Monthly

Location : Salinas Public Works Maintenance Yard, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-00614

Department : Public Works

Division : Urban Forestry

Opening Date : 01 / 24 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

The City of Salinas Urban Forestry Division is seeking to fill the position of Urban Forestry Crew Supervisor. We invite applicants with a minimum of four years, full-time urban forestry experience and with lead tree trimmer experience.

Note : All applicants must include a copy of their high school diploma / GED and a valid driver's license. All interviews will be conducted in-person. Applications will be considered incomplete without the required documents.

Summary of Duties : To assume substantial responsibility for the daily supervision of tree trimmer crews; to perform a variety of skilled tree trimming work; and to assist the Parks, Grounds, Forestry Operations Manager with administrative duties pertaining to tree trimming.

Distinguishing Characteristics : This is the advanced journey and supervisory class in the Urban Forestry class series. This class is responsible for daily supervision of tree trimmer crews, providing functional supervision to Senior Urban Forestry workers, and other subordinate personnel.

Supervision Received and Exercised : Receives direction from the Parks, Grounds, Forestry Operations Manager. Exercises general supervision over assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions

• Assumes substantial responsibilities for planning, assigning, and supervising the work of tree trimming crews
• Assists the Parks, Grounds, Forestry Operations Manager with administrative duties such as recordkeeping, preparing reports, budgeting, purchasing, and scheduling
• Evaluates work procedures; recommends and implements improvements
• Performs and supervises specialized tree trimming work
• Prunes trees and shrubbery to provide clearance of streets, sidewalks, signs, and lights and as necessary to ensure continued health of trees
• Removes fallen trees, dead limbs, stumps and other debris as necessary
• Cleans, maintains and performs regular safety inspections on climbing and trimming equipment
• Oversees and directs the planting, staking and pest control of trees and shrubs
• Responds and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints
• Implements City Tree Ordinance and regulations
• Performs general and specialized forestry and landscape as necessary
• Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

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Education : High school diploma / GED.

Experience : Four years of skilled urban forestry experience, including two years as a lead tree trimmer.

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Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Working Conditions : Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read fine printed materials on labels, Material Safety Data Sheets, manuals, maps, diagrams, to work with color-coded wires with no color deficiencies; hearing sufficient to conduct in person, radio and telephone conversations occasionally over the noise of operating equipment; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push / pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about uneven and un-landscaped terrain; physical strength to lift from the floor up to 30 lbs. and up to 50 pounds with assistance; physical stamina sufficient to sit or walk for prolonged periods of time and persevere long periods of exposure to pollen and grass - no severe allergic reactions to dust or pollen; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

A combination of outdoor work inspecting job sites and tree failures, and a business office working environment. In the office, subject to sitting at a desk completing reports, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing / pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal. Be available for emergency call-out response for forestry activities. In the field, walking and standing for long periods of time, work in all types of weather environments, rain, heavy traffic, heat and wind. Ability to work in environments with very loud equipment noise levels.

Employee must complete SB 1343 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training within six months of appointment and every two years thereafter.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Sylvia Enriquez, Human Resources Manager, at or (831) 758-7259.

Veteran's Preference : A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all City of Salinas employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

Selection Process : Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, assessment center and / or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.Finalist interview / assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.

Equal Opportunity Employer : The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and / or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.

Salary Steps : The following applies for Full-Time Regular positions only. Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of the probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a probationary period.)

For a complete listing of benefits, please click to visit the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for this position.

Salary : $7,085 - $9,044