Forester jobs in Akron, OH

Apply your urban forestry skills with a progressive and prosperous community!

The Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for this full-time hourly position. Application deadline is 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 10, 2024.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in applicable field (such as Environmental Sciences, Biology, Forestry, etc.) preferred plus two (2) or more years of experience in tree care and maintenance or other related work experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification. The Municipal Specialist endorsement is required to be obtained within 12 months of hire. Possession of an Ohio Department of Agriculture Commercial Applicator License is preferred. Must hold a valid Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable under the city’s vehicle insurance policy.

The City of Green is a Tobacco-Free Workplace. Applicants must be able to test negative for nicotine along with other drug and alcohol preplacement requirements.

Information submitted will be reviewed by the Commission to determine eligibility. Those failing to meet minimum qualifications; or, who do not submit required documents and filing fee when applying, will be disqualified and notified in writing.

For a complete job description and to complete an online application visit https://www.cityofgreen.org/183/Careers. Return required documentation to 1755 Town Park Boulevard, PO Box 278, Green, OH 44232-0278 Attention Civil Service Commission or email Melinda Svenson, HR Specialist, at msvenson@cityofgreen.org.

$10 NON-REFUNDABLE FILING FEE (PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF GREEN) MUST ACCOMPANY THE SIGNED APPLICATION IN ADDITION TO COPIES OF ANY APPLICABLE LICENSES AND DRIVER’S LICENSE ALONG WITH A COPY OF THE COLLEGE DIPLOMA OR TRANSCRIPTS.

The City of Green is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workplace and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identities, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We will provide reasonable accommodations during the employment process upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,242.00 - $85,862.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• tree care and maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Int'l. Society of Arboriculture Arborist Cert (Required)
• Ohio State Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person