- 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.