SENIOR DIVISION MANAGER

SENIOR DIVISION MANAGER

Salary

$4,379.55 - $4,646.75 Biweekly

Location

2999 South Wayside

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39150

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Greenspace

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT - GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY

PN: 39150

Division/Section: Greenspace Management/ Urban Forestry

Location: 2999 South Wayside

Workdays & Hours: M- F, 8a.m. - 5p.m.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Senior Division Manager to join its Urban Forestry Division.

The potential candidate will play a role in the following duties:

• Establishes tree planting goals and objectives; coordinates and oversees field aspects of tree planting programs; reviews planting requests and monitors contracts.
• Leads annual Arbor Day and Christmas Tree events, ensuring compliance with city standards and quality specifications.
• Oversees natural areas, native plant propagation, habitat management, and wildlife conservation across park properties.
• Serves as Departmental Resilience and Sustainability Officer, implementing initiatives under Resilient Houston and the Houston Climate Action Plan.
• Acts as the City's technical expert on habitat and wildlife topics; reviews park construction projects for environmental impact.
• Ensures compliance with Nature Preserve and Natural Area Ordinances and other environmental laws.
• Meets with civic groups and HOAs to promote tree adoption and educate on tree-related topics.
• Oversees volunteer tree planting organizations and landscaping contractors to ensure work meets city standards.
• Utilizes GIS tools for data collection and develops a comprehensive Conservation Master Plan and SOPs for the NRMP.
• Prepares RFQs and requisitions for trees, mulch, and forestry equipment; administers budgets, reports, and grants for restoration projects.
• Implements in-house training programs for managers and represents the department at meetings and field visits.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditioning.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, or a field related to the activities of the division.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Eight years of progressive professional experience related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. A master's degree in business administration, Public Administration or a field related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of non-supervisory experience. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:

Pay Grade 30

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832.395.8357).

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a current Houston Parks and Recreation - Greenspace Management Division employee?

• Yes
• No

03

What is the highest level of education youve obtained?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher
• None of the above

04

What is your degree concentration?

• Business Administration
• Accounting
• Engineering
• Closely related field
• None of the above

05

How many years of progressive professional experience related to the activities of the division do you have?

• Less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less 10 years
• 10 years to less than 12 years
• 12 or more years
• No Experience

06

How many years in a supervisory or managerial capacity do you possess?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years
• No Experience

07

How many years of experience do you have working with contracts?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 or more years
• No Experience

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/