Superintendent / Park and Tree Division

The Town of Wellesley Department of Public Works is seeking a Superintendent for the Park and Tree Division with the skills to lead a professional workforce responsible for the Town’s parks, public trees, conservation lands, and related public assets. This position plays a key role in supporting the Town’s environmental, aesthetic, and operational objectives in coordination with the DPW and the Natural Resources Commission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and improvement of Town parklands, conservation lands, parks, recreation areas, water areas, public open spaces, and trees, including participation in the Town’s Snow and Ice Control Program
• Plan, design, develop, and maintain landscapes and public spaces in accordance with Town and Departmental policies and environmental standards
• Recruit, train, and supervise DPW employees performing maintenance, construction, and repair of parks, conservation lands, school grounds, recreation areas, and public shade trees
• Serve as technical advisor to Town Boards, departments, and the public on landscape planning, grounds care, and plant and tree maintenance, including review of plans for commercial developments and civic improvements
• Interpret, communicate, and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and departmental laws, by-laws, regulations, policies, and directives, including ensuring required licenses and permits
• Serve as Town Arborist, participate in Public Tree Removal Hearings, and serve as Deputy Tree Warden for the Natural Resources Commission
• Develop, prepare, and administer operating and capital budgets

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Design, Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Park Administration, or related field or equivalent
• Five years of experience in Arboriculture and Landscape Management or equivalent
• Certified Arborist or Certified Landscape Professional
• Five years of managerial experience, landscape planning, and project management
• Two years of experience in winter operations
• Training and/or experience in hazard tree identification
• Ability to develop, draw, and present landscape design projects
• Valid Class D Massachusetts Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:
 MA Certified Arborist (MCA) or ISA Certified Arborist; MA Certified Landscape Professional (MCLP); Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI); certificate in Landscape Design or equivalent education and experience; knowledgeable in lake management and treatment techniques.

Salary:

$110,160 to $148,716 DOQ, with numerous municipal benefits.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter and resume (PDF) to [email protected]. Open until filled
 AA/EOE