Supervisor, Forest Protection - Job Rotation/Contract 18 months

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Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

40 hours per week

Contract Length

18 months (August 2026 - March 2028)

Department

Roads, Parks & Forestry

Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of 3330 Harvester Road.  Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Urban Forestry & City Arborist, this position is responsible for the coordination and administration of the City's Public and Private Tree By-laws and daily supervision of the Forest Protection Team. This position builds partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on City Tree By-law related matters and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations, including workload distribution and training of a team of Forest Protection Officers engaged in the administration, education and enforcement of the public and private tree bylaws.

• Co-ordinates and oversees the review of tree permit applications submitted through the development application process (up to 10 units), as well as non-development related applications.

• Develops and evaluates performance measures; including volume of development and non-development tree permit applications in the section and associated fees.

• Facilitates intra-departmental coordination for the administration of all tree permit applications.

• Prepares and reviews reports, including those prepared for Council and Committee that impact the urban forest. Provides comments, recommendations, or specifications to other departments, outside agencies, or the general public.

• Reviews forestry-related development requirements of complex files with applicants, negotiates with the applicant as required to minimize disputes brought forward to Council and mediates concerns from various parties with respect to the Forestry requirements and standards. Responds to public, staff and elected officials on inquiries and facilitates resolutions to complex issues.

• Writes and issues applicable infraction notices, tickets, and Orders to comply, and follow‑up responsibilities.

• Advises Forest Protection Officer’s as to the appropriate legal action to pursue and preparation of documents for Provincial Offences Court.

• Researches and coordinates with the City of Burlington solicitors, the preparation of evidence for presentation in court and provides that evidence under oath.

• Represents the department at Public Meetings of Community groups, citizens and business associations and tenant and landlord associations.

• Researches and prepares by-laws, memorandums, correspondence, and reports as required

• Duties and responsibilities are inclusive, but not limited to the above

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry, or a related field. 

• Arborist Certification with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and/or Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU), as well as Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) is required.

• Certified Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (M.L.E.O.) designation, or the ability to maintain within 6 months is required. 

• Knowledge of the Planning Act, the Municipal Act, the Forestry Act is required. 

• Advanced knowledge of tree risk assessments and tree appraisal methodologies

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience, including 2 in a supervisory capacity 

• Excellent written communication skills – experience writing detailed reports.

• Proven relationship building skills with internal and external parties

• Experience reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting construction drawings and other development related plans

• Experience with construction methods and techniques, including but not limited to: house construction, and municipal infrastructure.

• Proven ability to perform work in alignment with the City’s values of Accountability, Adaptability, Integrity and Helpfulness.

• A valid Class G Drivers’ License is required.

Police Check Requirement

This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.