Urban Forester Jobs
Urban Forester jobs are open across municipal governments, utilities, nonprofit conservation organizations, and consulting firms, from entry-level arborist technician roles to senior urban forestry manager and program director positions, with specializations in tree inventory management, canopy assessment, and urban tree planting programs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Final work location could be: Akron, IN; Carbon, IN; Milan, IN; or Auburn, IN.
Basic Function
Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
Responsibilities
1. Purchase standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
2. Maintain records of all contacts with landowners in company database.
3. Assist with sale of logs not being used in Pike sawmills.
4. Performs related work as required as directed by their supervisor.
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Proficient in Timber Marking, cruising and procurement of timber and logs.
Professionalism
Technical Communication Skills
Aptitude for logging methods
Math Aptitude
Education/Training
College Degree in Forest Management or equivalent
Successful completion of Pike 6 month Procurement Forester Training Course
Experience
None Required
Certifications/Licenses
Driver’s License
Timber Buyer’s license
Certified training in Indiana BMP’s - preferred
Physical Requirements for Work Comp Light Duty
1. Be able to walk over hilly, rough terrain for an entire day (8+ hours).
2. Be able to climb, squat, stoop and twist to maneuver through the woods and obstacles such as downed trees.
3. Be able to push or pull logs or other debris out of way.
4. Be able to drive for 5 or more hours.
Benefits:
- Paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy that covers vacation, sick and personal days off
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
- ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability Insurance
- Multiple Medical Tax Deferred Savings Accounts
- Tax Deferred Dependent Care Account
- Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (company only contribution)
- 401k Retirement Plan with Traditional and Roth accounts (employee only contribution)
- Potential access to hunting and fishing on companyowned properties
- Potential access to vacation cottage near Turkey Run State Park
- Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Safety Toe Footwear partial reimbursement
About Pike Lumber Company Inc
Pike Lumber Company Inc. is dedicated to forest stewardship, a positive work environment, community service, as well as a profit for its owners and employees. We hope that employees with Pike Lumber Company Inc find their work to be rewarding and challenging. We take pride in our employees as well as in the products and services we provide.Final work location could be: Akron, IN; Carbon, IN; Milan, IN; or Auburn, IN.
Basic Function
Responsible for the procurement of standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
Responsibilities
1. Purchase standing timber for the assigned company sawmill(s).
2. Maintain records of all contacts with landowners in company database.
3. Assist with sale of logs not being used in Pike sawmills.
4. Performs related work as required as directed by their supervisor.
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Proficient in Timber Marking, cruising and procurement of timber and logs.
Professionalism
Technical Communication Skills
Aptitude for logging methods
Math Aptitude
Education/Training
College Degree in Forest Management or equivalent
Successful completion of Pike 6 month Procurement Forester Training Course
Experience
None Required
Certifications/Licenses
Driver’s License
Timber Buyer’s license
Certified training in Indiana BMP’s - preferred
Physical Requirements for Work Comp Light Duty
1. Be able to walk over hilly, rough terrain for an entire day (8+ hours).
2. Be able to climb, squat, stoop and twist to maneuver through the woods and obstacles such as downed trees.
3. Be able to push or pull logs or other debris out of way.
4. Be able to drive for 5 or more hours.
Benefits:
- Paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy that covers vacation, sick and personal days off
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
- ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability Insurance
- Multiple Medical Tax Deferred Savings Accounts
- Tax Deferred Dependent Care Account
- Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (company only contribution)
- 401k Retirement Plan with Traditional and Roth accounts (employee only contribution)
- Potential access to hunting and fishing on companyowned properties
- Potential access to vacation cottage near Turkey Run State Park
- Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Safety Toe Footwear partial reimbursement
About Pike Lumber Company Inc
Pike Lumber Company Inc. is dedicated to forest stewardship, a positive work environment, community service, as well as a profit for its owners and employees. We hope that employees with Pike Lumber Company Inc find their work to be rewarding and challenging. We take pride in our employees as well as in the products and services we provide.See All 37 Urban Forester Jobs
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Who's Hiring
- Atlas Field Services10
- Asplundh Tree Expert10
- ArborMetrics Solutions9
- Davey Tree1
- Stella-Jones1
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in urban forester jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in urban forestry, arboriculture, or a related natural resources field
- ISA Certified Arborist credential or ability to obtain certification within a defined period
- Experience conducting tree risk assessments using the ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification methodology
- Proficiency with GIS software and urban tree inventory management platforms
- Knowledge of municipal tree ordinances, right-of-way regulations, and urban forestry best practices
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate field equipment including aerial lift trucks
Tips for Your Urban Forester Job Search
Tailor your resume to tree inventory tools
Hiring managers for urban forester roles expect familiarity with tools like Esri ArcGIS and tree inventory software. Call out specific platforms you've used and the size or scope of the inventories you've managed, not just general GIS experience.
List your ISA credentials prominently
ISA Certified Arborist status and any specialty credentials like Municipal Specialist or Tree Risk Assessment Qualification belong near the top of your resume. Many municipal postings screen for these before reading further, so don't bury them in a footer.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists urban forester openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by jurisdiction type
Municipal parks departments, public utilities, and regional conservation districts hire urban foresters for different scopes of work. Read each posting carefully to match your experience, whether that's street tree maintenance programs, canopy equity initiatives, or stormwater management.
Prepare a portfolio of canopy or inventory projects
Bring documented examples of tree inventories you've built or audited, canopy cover reports you've authored, or planting programs you've managed. Interviewers for public-sector urban forester roles want concrete project outcomes, not just a list of duties.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
In urban forester interviews, clarify the fleet size, annual planting goals, and budget authority tied to the role before salary conversations. Understanding what you're actually managing shapes what you ask for and signals that you think operationally.
Urban Forester Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most urban foresters?
The companies hiring the most urban foresters right now include Atlas Field Services, Asplundh Tree Expert, and ArborMetrics Solutions, with the largest share of openings in Washington, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal parks and public works departments consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many urban forester jobs are remote?
About 25% of urban forester openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site field work. The positions most likely to include remote flexibility are program planning, grant writing, and urban forestry policy roles where fieldwork is a smaller share of the job.
How do you become an urban forester?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in urban forestry, arboriculture, horticulture, or a closely related environmental science field. Pursue your ISA Certified Arborist credential as early as you can, since most municipal employers require or strongly prefer it. Build field experience through internships with parks departments or conservation nonprofits, develop practical skills in tree inventory software and GIS, and work toward specialty credentials like the ISA Municipal Specialist designation to strengthen your candidacy for city and county roles.
Can you get hired as an urban forester with little experience?
Yes, entry-level urban forester and arborist technician roles are designed for candidates early in their careers. Focus your applications on positions that list a degree as the primary requirement rather than years of experience. Volunteer tree inventories, university extension programs, and summer work with local parks departments all count as relevant experience. Earning your ISA Certified Arborist credential before you apply, even without extensive paid work history, makes a real difference in municipal hiring processes.
What does the urban forester interview process look like?
Most urban forester interviews follow a structured panel format, especially for public-sector roles, where a committee of parks staff, supervisors, and sometimes community representatives asks standardized questions. Expect questions on how you'd handle a tree removal conflict with a resident, how you prioritize a large inventory backlog, and how you document and communicate risk findings. Some employers include a practical component, such as reviewing a tree risk assessment scenario or walking a site. Following up with a brief written thank-you after the panel is a low-effort step that few candidates take.
Where can I find and apply to urban forester jobs?
You can find and apply to urban forester jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, location preference, and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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