ARBORIST - FT

Cityofnewburgh Ny; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newburgh is seeking a dedicated Urban Forester to manage and enhance its urban forestry activities. This role involves planning, organizing, and facilitating tree care operations, ensuring sustainable practices, and maintaining the health of the city's trees and shrubs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in horticulture or forestry, along with the necessary certifications. Applicants are encouraged to apply in person or online, with the position remaining open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in related field with relevant experience.
• Possession of valid NYS Driver's License and certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and facilitates urban forestry activities including tree maintenance.
• Inspects trees and develops a tree inventory.
• Enforces regulations on tree planting and maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of urban forestry principles

Knowledge of tree maintenance

Knowledge of pesticides

Knowledge of insects and diseases

Knowledge of local tree species

Knowledge of tree physiology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science

Associate’s Degree in horticulture

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CSEA Benefits Package

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Plans, organizes and facilitates all urban forestry activities in the City of Newburgh includes acquisition, planting, growing, maintenance and designation of trees and shrubs for removal on City owned property.

DISTINQUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is work involves the responsibility for the inspecting and determination of appropriate treatment and maintenance of trees, shrubs and flowerbeds on all City owned property. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Superintendent with considerable independence within departmental and horticultural guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF WORK; (Illustrative Only):

• Develops and maintains goals and policies related to urban forestry, including protection, maintenance and expansion of a sustainable urban forest.
• Plans, organizes and facilitates all urban forestry activities in the City of Newburgh including acquisition, planting, growing, maintenance and designation of trees and shrubs for removal.
• Inspects trees, develops a tree inventory and determines appropriate action.
• Receives and responds to complaints regarding City trees and shrubs.
• Prepares and maintains street tree master plan and prepares written reports for City commissions and committees as required.
• Enforces ordinances and regulations governing the planting, maintenance, protection and removal of trees and shrubs on all City streets, parks and other city owned property, as well as private tress that may impact City right of way.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of urban forestry principles and best horticultural management practices.
• Good knowledge of tree maintenance and arboriculture
• Good knowledge of pesticides and their application
• Good knowledge of insects and diseases that affect trees and shrubs
• Good knowledge of local tree and shrub species and ability to identify same
• Good knowledge of tree physiology and pathology
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Physical ability commensurate with the demand of the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER;

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, horticulture, forestry or closely related field and one year of experience in urban and community forestry related activities such as working in tree care operations, tree planting and maintenance or tree protection and enforcement. Or;
• Associate’s Degree in environmental science, horticulture, forestry or closely related field and three years of experience in urban and community forestry related activities such as working in tree care operations, tree planting and maintenance or tree protection and enforcement.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Possession of valid NYS Driver's License. Applicants must possess such license at the time of appointment and throughout tenure.
• Possession of current certification as a Certified Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture within 1 year of permanent appointment.
• Possession of current certification as a Category 3 and 3A Pesticides Applicator, issued by NYSDEC, within 1 year of appointment.

How to Apply: Either

• Deadline to apply: Open until filled
• In person submission of application, resume and copy of degree by appointment only (Call 845-569-7340 to schedule).
• Mail in application, resume and copy of degree to:

Newburgh Civil Service Commission

City Hall

83 Broadway

Newburgh, NY 12550

• On-line submission of application, resume and copy of degree at:

Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from [e-mail] to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.

CITY OF NEWBURGH – AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are core values to the City of Newburgh, where there is a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. These values are promoted through the daily practice of professionalism, respect, acceptance and understanding. As such, City residents along with women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and veterans are encouraged to apply.