International Society Of Arboriculture | Parks Ipm Specialist

Location: City of Palmdale, California
Salary: $6,084.00 - $6,708.00 Monthly
Join Our Team as a Parks IPM Specialist! The City of Palmdale Department of Public Works is recruiting a Parks Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist to help transform our parks into some of the most well-maintained public spaces in Southern California! With 522 acres of developed parkland , 6731 trees , and 140 acres of turfgrass , we are on a mission to improve our parks' green spaces—and we need your expertise to make it happen.
Why Join Us?
Lead the charge in elevating Palmdale's parks and sports turf through cutting-edge IPM strategies. Collaborate with industry experts, manage key contractors, and guide compliance with state and local regulations. Play a hands-on role in shaping the future of our parks while working with a best-in-class team.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage IPM programs for parks and transit sites, including weed and vertebrate control. Ensure contractor compliance and collaborate with licensed pest control advisors. Maintain a Qualified Applicators License and manage program supply inventories. Raise turfgrass maintenance levels to wear levels. Assist with sports field renovations. Train staff. Who We're Looking For:
A results-driven professional passionate about IPM, sustainability, and enhancing public spaces. An experienced applicator with a strong technical background and a desire to help set a new standard in arboriculture & turfgrass management for the City of Palmdale .
Take your career to the next level and be part of Palmdale's transformation. Help us build a legacy of exceptional parks that our community can enjoy for generations.
Apply today and grow with us!
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