The Arborist reviews tree-related permits for consistency with City regulations, relays information to the public about tree regulations, and performs tree health evaluations. The Arborist is relied upon by both internal and external customers to provide expertise on a range of topics, such as:

• Techniques for optimizing forest health;
• Emerging issues related to climate change and disease; and
• Best practices for planting, pruning and otherwise maintaining healthy tree canopy.

The City offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and dependents
• Life Insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• WA State PERS retirement plan
• Matching contributes to Social Security
• $200 matching contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
• Commute Trip Reduction Incentive Program
• Time off:
• Vacation -- Starting at 9 hours/month
• Sick -- 8 hours/month
• 12 paid holidays
• 1 floating holiday upon completion of probation

Open until filled. Cutoff for first review of applicants: 8 am, April 11