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  • Transportation Supervisor (Urban Forestry)

    Austin, Texas United States City of Austin, TX Full Time Dec 14, 2025
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    City of Austin, TX

    The City of Austin This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.  Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.  The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.  Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes.  There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone. City Government The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.  The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.  The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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    JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM

    At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

    What Makes the City of Austin Special?

    • Make a Difference : Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
    • Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives.
    • Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
    • Retirement Security : Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
    • Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
    • Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
    • Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
    • Modern Workspaces : Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.


    By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

    The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department (ATPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

    Job Description:

    Purpose:

    Under minimal supervision, this position is responsible for planning, directing and managing the programs and activities in transportation enterprise operations and regulations. Reviews and incorporates standards and ensures compliance with existing codes and regulations related to transportation.

    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
    • Manages the activities of transportation enterprise operations to include various permitted or non-permitted uses of public rights of way.
    • Coordinates operations of the division with other city divisions, departments or outside entities to ensure City of Austin transportation enterprise operations are maintained.
    • Develops and evaluates short- and long-range strategies, goals, and action plans to meet business needs.
    • Ensures that traffic operations comply with city ordinances, state and federal laws.
    • Makes recommendations to management on budget development and expenditures, short- and long-term programs and enterprise initiatives.
    • Monitors and ensures section operates within appropriated enterprise transportation budget.
    • Develops and implements policies and procedures for enterprise transportation operations.
    • Prepares, presents and communicates information to a variety of audiences including the public, city boards, and City Council.
    • Ensures operations of division are met by managing section with changes to equipment, budget and personnel to meet department needs. Ensures the identification and delivery of all appropriate safety training.
    • Prepares and reviews reports as part of the process of monitoring and communicating section performance results.
    • Recommends major purchases and expenditures, develops specifications for product, price, and services to be received.


    Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

    Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
    • Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
    • Knowledge of Federal, State, Local statutes, ordinances and codes.
    • Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
    • Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
    • Skill in oral and written communication.
    • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
    • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
    • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
    • Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.


    Minimum Qualifications:

    Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years’ experience in maintenance and/or operations, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.

    Experience or education may be substituted up to a maximum of four (4) years.

    Licenses and Certifications Required:

    Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Extensive experience as a professional certified arborist in a municipal capacity.
    • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
    • Experience implementing BMP in directing tree care crews and City staff
    • Extensive knowledge of pruning techniques using both gasoline and manual equipment
    • Extensive knowledge of chainsaw safety
    • Knowledge of tree risk assessment principles


    Notes to Candidate:

    This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

    This position will support the City of Austin Transportation and Public Works Department. This position will supervise the activities of the reactive or proactive Forestry programs by coordinating daily operations between field inspectors and tree care and vegetation removal contractors.

    A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience.

    To watch a video about Austin Transportation and Public Works, Inside TPW .

    Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits, click here.

    90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

    This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on the assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

    PLEASE NOTE: Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

    Essential Employee:

    This position is considered an “Essential” role and is essential to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. As an employee that has been designated as “Essential” the expectation will be to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to serve the community.

    This position is considered “Essential” to maintain critical operations and core services. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

    Assessment:
    This position may require a skills assessment.

    Close Job Posting:

    Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

    A Cover Letter and Resume are required for this position. Please be sure to upload these documents for consideration.

    Physical Address:

    4411 Meinardus

    Work Schedule:

    Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    *Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.

    Salary Range:

    $68,660.00 - $85,830.00

    Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

    We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

    EEO Statement for City of Austin:

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    Closing Date/Time: 2025-12-31
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