Assistant Forester
Department of Forestry and Parks Assistant Forester
The Village of Shorewood Hills, Dane County, Wisconsin (population 2139) is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Forester. Shorewood Hills is a highly desirable community that is an inner ring suburb of Madison, Wisconsin’s capital city. Shorewood Hills is a welcoming and inclusive full-service community that prides itself on being a wonderful place to work, live, play, learn, and visit. The Assistant Forester position is a multi-faceted position with tasks involving tree pruning/removals, tree planting, plant healthcare, horticultural work within village green spaces, ecosystem restoration/improvement, and involves the operation of small and large equipment.
Requirements for this position include a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience directly related to tree care, plant healthcare, and horticulture is strongly preferred but not required. Experience with chainsaws, brush chippers, herbicide application, and operating related equipment is strongly preferred. This position requires the ability to maneuver in various strenuous environments and to operate in extreme weather conditions as well as the ability to lift heavy objects repeatedly over an extended period. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is occasionally required. This position is considered an emergency response position and thus the employee is required to live within a 30-minute response time.
This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. The hourly rate for this position is $20-$23.50 DOQ/DOE. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Village Forester Patrick Finnegan at pfinnegan@shorewoodhillswi.gov. The position is considered open until filled but submission materials must be received by November 1st, 2025 for priority consideration.
The Village also offers this position a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life, income continuation insurance, dental insurance, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, paid holidays, and generous paid sick and vacation leave.
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting resident needs through quality service is a shared goal. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.