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Job Title: Supervisor, Parks General (Forestry)
Job Posting Number:
Posting Type: Internal
Posting Period: Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. to Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Department: Parks, Recreation and Facilities
Union: Non-Union
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time
(3 year – rotating short-term assignments as they become available)
Job Code: NU0510
Grade/Class: NU12
Number of Positions: Up to 4
Rate of Pay: $106, $129,942.31 Annually
Hours of Work per Week: 35 hours
Shift Work Required: No Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the City Forester/Manager of Forestry or designate, the Supervisor, Parks - General (Forestry) will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of municipally owned trees throughout: right of ways, parks, tree nursery and natural areas:
- Develops, assigns and evaluates work for arborists and contractors; Implements annual work programs, schedules and timelines;
- Evaluates operational performance and recommends changes to systems, procedures and methodologies to improve efficiencies;
- Forecasts and monitors assigned budgets through the analysis and interpretation of financial and management data, monitor performance, expenditures and prepare reports as required;
- Ensures daily operation is in line with arboriculture best management practices;
- Reviews and monitors construction operations associated with: development; building permits; utility operation and recommends requirements for protecting existing trees and replanting to ensure compliance;
- onducts tree risk assessments for By-Law;
- Reviews and investigates residents' requests and concerns regarding City owned trees and makes recommendations for treatment including approval or disapproval of requests for removal of City owned trees;
- Ensures tree inventory and computerized management maintenance program is updated in a timely manner for activities related to the urban forest;
- Provides support in the leadership, recruitment, training, supervision, discipline, attendance management and performance appraisals of Forestry (Arborists) staff;
- Represents the Corporation on committees, in meetings and interactions with other government agencies and service providers;
- Provides recommendations to management on the 'Arborist Industry Safe Work Practices';
- Will perform Occupational Health and Safety duties as outlined in the Corporate Health and Safety Program as well as perform other related duties as required including special projects;
- Maintain practical awareness of relevant legislation required to investigate complaints, resolve problems and ability to communicate and deal effectively with the public;
- On-call responsibilities will be a component of the position.
- Must have a University degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Biology, Park/Woodland Management, Turf and Vegetation controls, Public Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related or field or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of (4) four years experience in a parks environment, grounds and facilities, urban forestry operations and maintenance operations with a construction/development function;
- OR Must have Community College diploma in Forestry, Horticulture, Turf Management, Public Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related field or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of (6) six years of experience in a parks environment, grounds and facilities, urban forestry operations and maintenance operations with a construction/development function;
- OR Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma plus (1) one year of post secondary school courses in any applicable field such as Forestry, Horticulture, Turf Management, Public Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalencies, and over ten (10) years experience in a parks environment, grounds and facilities, urban forestry operations and maintenance operations with a construction/development function;
- Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class G driver's license in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver's abstract as a condition of employment.
- Must have proven experience liaising with the general public, consultants, contractors and other agencies;
- Must have supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
- Must have a proven ability to analyze problems and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work.
- A valid Ontario Class "DZ" driver's license would be considered an asset.
- Possession of valid Ontario Pesticides Spray License Exterminator, Landscape, Vegetation, and Nursery/Forestry will be considered an asset.
- Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation's Management Certificate Program.
- Progression through the Art of Supervision certificate of a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset.
The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
Who May Apply:
Current City of Windsor employees. Eligibility for consideration is determined by the applicable collective agreement and/or current Corporate hiring practices.
How to Apply:
- An online application is available by viewing this posting on Dashboard (Human Resources)
- Applications must be completed and submitted by no later than the posting period noted.
- If you require assistance to apply online, please contact or call
- By Human Resources on January 30, 2026.
- We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
- Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
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- English
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