Forestry Supervisor — Parks and Open Space

Job overview

Forestry Supervisor — Parks and Open Space is an onsite, full-time, year-round role in Chestnut Hill, MA. The posting lists a salary range of $34.88–$36.64 and 40 hours weekly. The Town of Brookline’s Parks and Open Space Division maintains community parks, streetscapes, green spaces, and the urban forest. The supervisor leads and participates in tree care and forestry operations, oversees staff and contractors, responds to tree-related emergencies, maintains inventory and records, manages pest-control work, and supports safe, healthy public spaces.

What you'll do

• Plan, supervise, and participate in tree planting, pruning, removal, fertilization, cabling/bracing, and pest and disease control
• lead Town staff and contract crews
• operate forestry equipment and climb trees as needed
• respond to storm damage, hazardous trees, and after-hours calls
• maintain tree inventory and reports
• oversee Integrated Pest Management
• recommend tree species and oversee planting and care
• conduct safety training and inspections
• liaise with residents, contractors, utilities, and departments
• monitor contractor work and administer contracts and purchasing
• support winter maintenance and snow removal.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

forestry supervisor

chestnut hill ma

town of brookline

parks and open space

urban forestry

tree care

arboriculture

crew leadership

emergency response

40 hours weekly

$34.88–$36.64

class b cdl

arborist credential

pesticide applicator

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive health insurance, pension and retirement plans, paid vacation and holidays, advancement opportunities, and continuing education.

Why this role

The role includes emergency response and after-hours calls; required credentials include a Class B CDL, MA Hoisting Engineer’s License, arborist credential, and MA Pesticide Applicator License (Category 36).

About the employer

Town of Brookline is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.