In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes.
The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame.
The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day.
Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work.
The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position.
We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community.
Let’s grow together.
The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town’s CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials. By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community.
Reporting to the Supervisor of Operations (Parks), the Forestry Technician is responsible for providing technical and field support to the Operational Services Division, Forestry Section, including:
Provides technical support through tender preparation and contract administration, including the gathering and analysis of information required for procurement and project delivery;
Conducts project inspections and facilitates effective communication and coordination with Town staff, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and operational requirements;
Assists with operational policy, procedure, and by-law research, review, interpretation, and the development and implementation of best practices related to urban forestry operations;
Assists with report writing and technical documentation, including but not limited to grant applications, grant reporting, Council reports, and supporting management reports;
Assists with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis, including the creation and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets, budget justifications, expenditure tracking, and benchmarking of industry costs, services, and product values;
Develops educational programs and provides clear, accurate information to the public and Town staff regarding the management, preservation, and protection of the Town’s urban forest, including responding to public inquiries, complaints, and concerns through the Town’s service request system;
Reviews and interprets landscape, engineering, development, and urban design plans, applying critical thinking and technical expertise to support design modifications, operational recommendations, tree preservation objectives, and urban forest management initiatives;
Assists with the design, development, maintenance, and analysis of GIS-related dashboards, ArcGIS maps, and associated datasets, providing clear and concise analytical reviews to support data-driven decision-making, operational efficiencies, and urban forestry recommendations and
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Our Community Services team is looking for a self-motivated, solutions-oriented team member. You convey your thoughts clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. You listen attentively and ask questions for clarification and understanding. Using sound judgment, you demonstrate tact, diplomacy and sound discretion when working with others. You demonstrate adeptness in conflict resolution and approach applicable situations with the goals to improve communication, diffuse tension and resolve problems.
You’re always happy to learn new things and to help build a working environment that encourages and cultivates new ideas. You foster a collaborative team environment among co-workers, and work well both independently and as part of a team. You solve problems by identifying, gathering and processing relevant information to determine possible solutions, research options, evaluate them using your technical, numerical and analytics skills and make recommendations.
You are knowledgeable about and work in compliance with all workplace safety regulations, standards, and practices. You perform work in a safe manner and encourage and support others to do the same.
As the successful applicant, you will possess:
a minimum of a two (2) year diploma in Urban Forestry, Forestry Technologies, Natural Resources, or related discipline, from a recognized post-secondary institution;
a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience in a technical role for the support of urban forestry, arboricultural consulting, forestry operations, contract administration, urban forest planning, or a related municipal operation;
Current Certification in Standard First Aid & CPR ‘C’ and AED;
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing and qualify for the Town’s Safe Driver Program criteria;
an ISA Certification – Arborist Designation from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) in good standing;
an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) in good standing;
a Tree & Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ) from either the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) or a comparable training authority, and in good standing (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment);
an Ontario Pesticide Land Exterminators Licence with the Landscape Classification, in good standing;
the ability to clearly interpret various Town bylaws, including application of bylaw language;
a strong understanding of urban forestry industry best practices, forestry related maintenance and tree replacement programs;
strong tree identification skills, relevant to native trees of Southern Ontario and familiar with various introduced, hybridized, invasive and ornamental trees generally associated with urban landscapes;
the proven ability to develop efficient and effectiveness systems and procedures related to forestry;
an advanced working level knowledge of various ERSI based programs, including the design and development of field maps and dashboards, the maintenance of various information databases such as tree inventories, and able to export and analyze data;
an advanced working level knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint), and ability to create organized, clear and aesthetically pleasing reports, spreadsheets and presentations;
knowledgeable in the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for data analysis and decision support and
a working level knowledge of workorder management software (e.g. City Works, 311 etc.)
Salary Range/Hourly rate:
$36.20 - $45.23
Hybrid information:
Frontline Hybrid
Hours:
This position may work flex hours, including days, afternoons, and nights, forty (40) hours per week. Between December-March shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m., Sunday to Saturday. Between the months of April-November shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Sunday to Saturday.
Closing Date:
July 21, 2026
Vacancy Statement: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Town of Whitby are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.
AI Disclosure: The Town of Whitby confirms that artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this position.
Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism
At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history—the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Town of Whitby is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation
The Town of Whitby is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
