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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Forestry Inspector
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (80) Serv/Maint
Class Code: 10153 Salary Grade: IF1
Approved: Last Revised: March 23, 2020

Purpose:
 

Under general supervision, this position coordinates with citizens, stakeholders, and external contractors to maintain tree and vegetation in the Public Right of Way (ROW).
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Inspects trees and vegetation in the ROW to determine pruning or removal requirements in order to ensure public safety, aesthetics, and the health of trees and vegetation.
  2. Documents tree and vegetation pruning requirements and specifications and prepares contractor work orders to complete required tree and/or vegetation maintenance.
  3. Obtains permits as required to maintain trees and vegetation in the ROW.
  4. Communicates with citizens regarding vegetation pruning and/or removal of trees encroaching in the ROW.
  5. Inspects completed work to ensure contractor completes work in accordance with required specifications.
  6. Prune or remove trees for public safety, aesthetics, and health.
  7. Responds during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of best management practices within the tree care industry.
  • Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
  • Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
 

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of related forestry experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 

Valid Texas Class C Driver License.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.