Arborist Assistant Superintendent - Urban Forestry - Public Works - (0932) (159216)

Arborist Assistant Superintendent - Urban Forestry - Public Works - (0932) (159216)

• Full-time
• Certification Rule : Rule of the List
• Exam Type : Position Based Test
• Work Hours : Regular
• Job Code and Title : 0932-Manager IV
• Fill Type : Permanent Civil Service
• Eligible List Type : Combined Promotive and Entrance

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

Application Opening : Friday, October 9, 2025

Application Deadline : Apply immediately. Application filing will be open at least through Monday, October 27, 2025, and will close any time thereafter.

Compensation Range : $167,336 - $213,512 (Range A)

Recruitment ID : PBT-0932-159216, RTF0159215-01090290

Appointment Type : Permanent Civil Service

The current position is located at the San Francisco Department of Public Works. The eligible list resulting from this examination may be utilized for future positions in this class in other City departments.

San Francisco Public Works (SF Public Works) is recruiting to fill the position of Arborist Assistant Superintendent (0932 Manager IV).

San Francisco Public Works has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco's biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the "About Us" section of our website https : / / www.sfpublicworks.org to learn more about the department's core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

Under general direction, this position reports to the Bureau of Urban Forestry Superintendent to play a critical leadership role in managing and overseeing supervisory personnel responsible for urban forestry, landscape maintenance, and vegetation management across city environments, including more than 100,000 trees in the public right-of-way. The role ensures operational efficiency and success through the consistent application of policies, procedures, and safety standards, while supporting our citywide greening and sustainability goals.

Important and Essential duties

Minimum Qualifications Education : Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Six (6) years of professional-level experience in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, the management of trees. Three (3) years of this experience must include supervising journey-level trades / craft staff performing Arboriculture and Urban Forestry tree services of the public right-of-way or land.

Note : Apprenticeship / trainee / intern experience is not considered qualifying.

Licenses / Certifications : Possession of a valid California driver's license (Candidates must maintain a valid California driver's license throughout employment.)

Substitution : Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-to-year basis. One year (2000 hours) of experience equals 30 semester or 45 quarter units.

Desirable Qualifications

Verification

Please make sure your application is complete and demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at : https : / / sfdhr.org / information-about-hiring-process#verification

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Note : Any misrepresentation or falsification of one's education, training, or work experience, or attempted deception on the application, may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

What else should I know?

Selection Procedure / Examination Requirements

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following :

Management Test Battery (Weight 100%)

Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas which may include but are not limited to : Problem Solving; Leadership; Decision Making; Interpersonal skill; Human Resources Management; Team Building; Communication; Conflict Management and Process Improvement. For more information about this Management Test (and a suggested reading list), please click here. A passing score must be achieved on the Management Test Battery to continue in the selection process.

This is a standardized examination and, therefore, test questions and answers are not available for public inspection or review.

Scores attained on the Management Test Battery will be valid and 'banked' for three years, starting from the date of the examination. This means that, during this three-year time period, you will not be required to take the Management Test Battery. The Management Test Battery may be used for many other classes; therefore, your test score may be applied to one or more of these classes if you choose to apply to future recruitments. If the selection process for the future announcement is held within one year of the date of this examination and it includes the Management Test Battery, your score will be automatically applied to that announcement. However, after one year, you have the option to either (a) apply your test score to the other announcement or (b) re-take the Management Test Battery. Re-testing is permitted no sooner than one year from the date of the examination and only in association with your eligibility for another announcement for which the Management Test Battery is used. Please note that, should you re-test, your re-test score would become your official score since it is the most recent.

Note : Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Management Test Battery exam in order to be ranked on the eligible list.

Eligible List / Score Report

Once you pass the exam, you will be placed on an eligible list and given a score and a rank. The duration of the eligible list will be six (6) months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

Certification

The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this exam will be the "Rule of the List".

Post-Eligible List

Candidates will be invited to interview based on test scores and experience that most closely matches the responsibilities of the position determined from a review of the application materials.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights

Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website https : / / careers.smartrecruiters.com / CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1 / .

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or the application process, please contact the analyst for this recruitment by email at ara.stevens@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV / AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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