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Parks Forester / Arborist

City of Bowling Green
Full-time
On-site
Kentucky, United States
Arborist / Tree Surgeon

  • Position Type:
      City of Bowling Green Jobs/Full Time Positions

  • Date Posted:
      6/18/2025

  • Location:
      Parks & Recreation - Landscape

  • Closing Date:
      07/09/2025

  •   APPLICATION DEADLINE:      July 9th, 2025                 Branch Out With Us - Become a City Arborist!

    Join our Parks & Recreation team and take the lead in managing the
                    health, safety, and beauty of the City’s trees.

       
    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
    • Develop and manage tree care and planting programs
    • Inspect and assess trees for maintenance or removal
    • Supervise and support forestry staff
    • Lead community outreach and education efforts
    • Maintain tree inventories and project records
    • Represent the City in public meetings and professional forums
    REQUIREMENTS:  
    • Associate’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field, plus four years of experience in tree care, landscaping, or forestry, including two years in a lead or supervisory role. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
    • Must have a valid Kentucky driver’s license, along with Arborist and Pesticide Category 3 certifications.
    SALARY: 
    • Pay Grade G10; $66,407 annually
    WORK HOURS: 
    • 40 hrs a week; occasional overtime
            The City of Bowling Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug - Free Workplace.
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability.



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