Purpose: |
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Under general supervision, develop, monitor, and/or perform activities related to the conservation, preservation, and proliferation of trees in the City of Austin.
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Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Review construction plans, specifications, contracts, etc. for compliance with codes, ordinances, zoning, etc. related to trees.
- Monitor and coordinate tree-planting and/or tree maintenance activities for the City of Austin.
- Coordinate division/section activities with other divisions/departments, public agencies, and private entities.
- Inspect and treat trees for diseases, parasites, etc.
- Confer with architects, developers, contractors, etc. to discuss tree preservation techniques.
- Draft/write and enforce ordinances, policies, etc. relating to arboricultural and urban forestry practices.
- Manage and/or coordinate specific tree programs.
- Answer citizen’s questions and provide assistance.
- Investigate consumer/citizen complaint to determine validity.
- Research information as needed or requested.
- Compile and calculate data/information for reports, cost estimates, etc
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Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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- May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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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 applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy, 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.
- Ability to train others.
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Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Arboriculture or related field.
- Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
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Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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- Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License
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