Tree Preservation Official

Full job description
Employment Type: Regular Full Time 40 Hours

Pay Grade: $40.74-$48.0+/hourly

Hours of Work: 08:30-16:30

Competition Number: 2025-26

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The City of White Rock - where every wave of talent helps shape our City by the sea. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams.

The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 22,000 citizens located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay and is known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community.

Overview

The Planning & Development Services Department, Building Division, seeks an individual with outstanding work ethic and a safety first attitude to join their team. The Tree Preservation Official is responsible for responds to inquiries on the Tree Protection Bylaw and related issues; reviews all tree management permit applications; makes recommendations for removal, retention and care of trees according to City policy.

Qualifications

Graduation from a diploma program in arboriculture or horticulture or trades certification in a related field, plus sound related experience preferably, in a municipal setting or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Certification as an Arborist with International Society of Arboriculture.
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) with International Society of Arboriculture.
Requirements

Considerable knowledge of arboricultural principles, practices and procedures and of tree species, diseases, pests, and treatment methods.
Sound knowledge of the City’s policies, Tree Protection Bylaw and departmental rules, regulations and procedures applicable to the work.
Ability to respond to complaints, to identify the nature of tree related problems, and to initiate action to resolve.
Ability to effectively communicate viewpoints and recommendations orally and in writing and to prepare reports related to a variety of urban tree issues, concerns, practices and procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, and demonstrate excellent listening skills;
Ability to prepare and maintain records and files related to the work.
Ability to deal tactfully with the public in a courteous, professional and effective manner;
Ability to work cooperatively and amicably in a team environment with a safety first attitude;
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, please submit a cover letter and resume online.

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Job Details
Category
Full-Time Job Opportunities

Status
Open

Posted
May 12, 2025 10:00 AM

Closing
Open Until Filled

Canada
British Columbia
White Rock
15322 Buena Vista Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 1Y6 Show on map Get directions