Forester & Turf Manager-Parks and Recreation Dept.

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Forester & Turf Manager: - Provides professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers and turf grasses. - Inspects and treat plants, trees and turf grass for diseases, parasites, and other issues that may affect the health of plants, trees and turf grass. - Develops and maintains turf maintenance plans in order to maintain health, sustainability and appearance of athletic fields and county parks. - Trains and supervises staff at each location/park to get all sports fields and parks to an acceptable level. - Resp...