Ability To Work:
1. Four years of experience in arboriculture/urban forestry, and at least one year of experience administering or coordinating contracts, coordinating the work of contractors or functioning in a lead or supervisory capacity, and performing or inspecting hardscape repair, modification, and construction work. Acceptable arboriculture/urban forestry experience includes experiences in tree pruning/trimming, installation and establishment, removal and replacement, cabling and bracing, climbing, and diagnosis and treatment of tree problems (an associate's degree in arboriculture or closely related field may substitute for up to one year of the required arboriculture experience; a bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for up to two years of the required arboriculture experience); or,
2. two years of experience performing duties equivalent to those of a Santa Barbara County Urban Forestry Inspector; or,
3. a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at time of appointment, as independent travel throughout the County is necessary.
Knowledge of: local tree species; tree maintenance, planting, and removal methods and equipment; principles and practices of tree assessment, tree removal, site preparation, landscaping, species selection, and planting; arboreal insect and disease control methods and techniques; contract administration and monitoring principles and practices; safety practices associated with tree maintenance and related construction activities; and the proper methods of repairing, modifying, and constructing sidewalks, curbs, gutters, ramps, and aprons.
Job Description: This is a single-position class responsible for supervising urban forestry programs within the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department. This first-line supervisory class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician, Supervising class by having responsibility primarily for supervising projects involving tree removals and replacements. This class has some responsibility for supervising hardscape repair and construction activities; however, this responsibility is typically limited to projects funded through the Street Tree Partnership Program.
