Salary : $67,818.24 - $89,324.64 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-UNSP-01053
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 01/08/2025
Closing Date: 1/27/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position 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.
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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 , 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
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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call
1-855-524-5627.Learn more about our Hiring ProcessOpen 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
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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.
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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits - Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
Optional Benefits - Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
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Which best describes your level of completed education?
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Forestry
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Urban Forestry
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in a closely related field
- None of the above
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If you possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in a closely related field, please state your degree below.
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Which best describes your professional municipal urban forestry or equivalent experience?
- Less than one year
- At least 1 year, but less that two years
- Two or more years
- None of the above
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Are you currently an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist? If yes, please attach a legible copy of the certification to your application.
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Describe your previous work experience in a professional municipal urban forestry or equivalent setting. Provide your main duties, your role, and your level of responsibility.
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Describe your experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining a complex forestry project or program you have been responsible for in your previous work experience. How did you prioritize the work, address challenges with the work, and measure the results of the project or program?
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Describe your experience working with the public including residents, community groups, and volunteers. Include details and examples about applying your knowledge of urban forestry to address customer concerns through education and awareness.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- LinkedIn
- Facebook
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
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