Arborist Supervisor

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JOB LOCATION 13645 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1331 Cit y of Aurora , Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Are you ready to take your career to new heights while helping the City of Aurora maintain its vibrant urban canopy? We are looking for a passionate and skilled Arborist Supervisor to lead our talented crews in keeping our community beautiful and safe. In this role, you'll do more than just manage; you'll be a mentor, a safety champion, and a hands-on leader who isn't afraid to get up in the branches when duty calls. A vital part of your mission will be championing Plant Healthcare (PHC), where you'll use your expertise to diagnose issues and implement proactive treatments that keep our trees thriving. From coordinating emergency storm responses to leading volunteer planting events, your work will leave a lasting green footprint on our city. We value expertise in tree biology and climbing just as much as we value a positive, collaborative attitude. If you have a knack for problem-solving and a love for the great outdoors, you'll find a welcoming home with our dedicated forestry team. Come grow with us and help ensure that Aurora's natural resources thrive for generations to come! The deadline to submit applications is June 14, 2026. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. The hiring range for this role is $67,157 - $83,947/year. Salary to be commensurate with experience. Position Overview The Arborist Supervisor oversees daily forestry operations that protect, maintain, and enhance the health of the city's urban forest. The Supervisor will monitor and coordinate the urban forest management and plant health care activities of multiple crews of skilled and semi-skilled tree workers. The supervisor may be engaged in production tree work, evaluating urban forest health conditions, scheduling and coordinating tree maintenance, supervising volunteer planting and pruning events, and coordinating equipment repair activities to ensure a safe and efficient work environment. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in developing the PHC program and lead its operational implementation in the field. Plans, assigns, monitors, and coordinates the work activities of assigned crews. Directly assists production crews in trimming and removal operations, traffic control, stump grinding, PHC activities, and tree planting to meet department goals. Resolves problems and conflicts arising during the course of the work. Reports and investigates accidents, tracks near misses, and implements safety improvements. Assists in preparing and recommending equipment specifications. Reports on activities, maintains pesticide logs, and ensures CoA compliance with relevant regulations and laws. Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures. Coordinates preventative maintenance programs for city trees, shop equipment, and forestry fleet. Inspect contractors and in-house staff work for conformance to standards. Makes recommendations regarding budgetary matters as well as tracks and monitor's budget[s]. Schedules, coordinates, tracks training and certifications for FTE's and apprentices. Participates in selecting, hiring, training, evaluating, supervising, and disciplining assigned employees. Supports, coordinates, and trains volunteers. Supports volunteer events. Directs and coordinates snow removal and storm response operations with other departments. Performs additional duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination o

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