City of Houston · 1 day ago
FORESTER - GS
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe City of Houston is dedicated to enhancing urban life through its Parks and Recreation Department, and they are seeking a Forester to join their Greenspace Management team. The Forester will inspect trees, analyze data for management plans, and ensure compliance with city policies regarding tree maintenance and protection.
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Responsibilities
Inspect trees and recommend removing dead, dying or dangerous trees and limbs to mitigate hazards
Uses ArcGIS tools to collect street tree and neighborhood planting space data (i.e. species, diameter, condition, work needed, location, etc.). Analyzes tree inventory data to formulate comprehensive management plans to aid in proactive tree maintenance, tree planting and enforcement of the code of ordinances for unauthorized/illegal tree removals
Inspects tree maintenance work performed by the contractor to ensure satisfactory completion
Reviews construction plans for tree protection compliance. Reviews tree planting plans for Adopt-An-Esplanade, Adopt-A-Tree and NeighborWoods programs
Participates in the planning, coordinating and executing of the City’s annual Arbor Day planting event
Handles inquiries from the general public, property owners, and city officials
Prepares and conducts educational training with internal staff or external partners each quarter
Participate in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning and implementation. Assist in the design and implementation of plans and projects to improve efficiencies in the division
Ensure compliance with departmental and city-wide policies and procedures
Provide technical advice, consultation, and support to departments, agencies, and groups
Provide input into developing codes, ordinances and specifications
May perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Botany or a related field is required, with at least one course in Dendrology
One year of professional forestry experience is required
An Associate's degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Botany or a related field, with at least one course in Dendrology; and two years of journey level forestry or tree care maintenance experience, may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement
Preferred
Preference will be given to applicants who have valid Texas Driver's License
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6
Company
City of Houston
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