Senior Forestry Supervisor

Berkeley, California is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Senior Forestry Supervisor in the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to direct the City's forestry program, including oversight of program operations and personnel. The forestry program includes citywide tree planting, pruning, shaping, and removal.

See the full job class specification here: Senior Forestry Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:

Equivalent to completion of high school and five (5) years of increasingly responsible journey-level experience which included two (2) years at the supervisory level equivalent to the City's Forestry Climber Supervisor classification.

Other requirements include possession of a valid class "B" California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, and willingness to work out of doors in all weather conditions.

In addition to the qualifications above , the ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in urban forestry and the ability to work with a team.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by July 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM P ST and must include a completed application . Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to [email protected] . Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

EXAM PROCESS

The exam process will include , but may not be limited to :

• Application review for minimum qualifications
• Oral Board Exam
  
  

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change . The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to [email protected] at the time of application.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER

The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans’ status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.