Entry Level Invasive Species Management Jobs in Reston, VA

Position Location

12250 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20191   

This is an on-site position requiring a minimum of four days per week at Reston Association’s Central Services Facility.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about tree care maintenance and making a difference in the community? At Reston Association (RA), we’re committed to enhancing the quality of life for Reston residents through outstanding programs, exceptional services, and dedicated stewardship of the community’s natural and recreational resources. As the community steward, RA is responsible for maintaining the quality of life in Reston, chiefly by caring for and administering the community's most precious asset - its real property. 

At RA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are actively seeking an Arborist Supervisor to join our team! This position is responsible for the care and management of native and ornamental trees throughout Association recreational facilities and natural areas, helping protect public safety, preserve natural resources, and support environmental stewardship.

The Arborist Supervisor leads and performs complex tree care operations, including pruning, removals, inspections, hazard mitigation, and emergency response activities. Using advanced climbing techniques, aerial lifts, chainsaws, rigging systems, brush chippers, and other specialized equipment, this role ensures work is completed safely and in accordance with ANSI standards. Responsibilities include evaluating tree maintenance needs, prioritizing and assigning work, developing operational plans, and overseeing tree health, disease, pest, and invasive species management programs.

This role serves as a technical resource for residents and staff, responding to tree-related inquiries, providing recommendations, coordinating property boundary reviews, and maintaining accurate tree care records. The Arborist Supervisor also manages contracted tree work, including developing specifications, monitoring budgets and expenditures, overseeing contractor performance, and recommending equipment purchases and replacements.

As designated Emergency Services Personnel, the Arborist Supervisor supports storm recovery, disaster response, and snow removal operations. The position is responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, climbing gear, and life-support systems to ensure safe and effective operations.

The Arborist Supervisor directly supervises assigned staff, providing work direction, coaching, training, performance management, and employee development while fostering a safe, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.

What You'll Bring

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Minimum of 10 years of tree management experience, including supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience performing basic engine and hydraulic system repairs.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience reading property maps andlocatingboundaries.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local tree species, pests, diseases, and tree health management practices.
• Expertisein ANSI Z133 and A300 Standards for Tree Work.
• Demonstrated skill in hazardous tree removal, advanced rigging, aerial rescue techniques, and safe equipment operation.
• Strong leadership, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office applications and map-reading tools.
• Ability to train and mentor employees in safe work practices and technical tree care operations.
• Valid driver's license witha good drivingrecord.
• ISA Arborist Certification (preferred).
• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) (preferred).
• First Aid and CPR Certification (preferred).
• Pesticide/Herbicide Certification (preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions and environments, including exposure to heights, loud noise, moving mechanical equipment, and chemicals.
• Experience safelyoperatingand maintaining specialized tree care equipment, including chainsaws, brush chippers, aerial lifts, climbing systems, trucks, and related machinery, with availability to support emergency response, storm recovery, and snow removal operations.

What You Can Expect from Reston Association

At RA, we are leading the model community where all can Live, Work, Play and Get Involved, and we strive to preserve and enhance the Reston community through outstanding leadership, service and stewardship of our resources. Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership guide everything we do, and we are proud to provide a workplace in which everyone is treated as an individual with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and always endeavors to provide an atmosphere that exceeds member expectations and engages collaboration and communication.

If you are passionate about a workplace that is dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and advancing community while at the same time creating a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or state as an individual with a disability.

Compensation

At RA, your base hourly rate serves as just one element of our comprehensive total rewards package. The rate range provided reflects the full scope of potential base compensation, but factors such as relevant experience, skills, and qualifications will play a crucial role in determining the final offer.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer an extensive array of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. 

 Our offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Compressed four-day work week of Monday-Thursday comprised of 10-hour shifts
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and federal holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional Legal Resources, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Staff events
• Free electric car charging on-site (Headquarters location only)

We are dedicated to promoting a welcoming and rewarding workplace where all employees can thrive and feel valued. Your growth and success are important to us, and we strive to provide the resources and support necessary for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Reston Association is committed to maintaining a secure and transparent recruitment experience. As part of our standard hiring practices, all communication with applicants is conducted exclusively through official ADP email messages. Reston Association does not use text messaging, social media direct messages, or calls from unidentified numbers to schedule interviews or request personal information. If you receive a message that appears inconsistent with these guidelines, or if you would like to verify the legitimacy of any communication, please contact: Devon Mangual, HR Coordinator, dmangual@reston.org