Forester

City of New York; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York seeks a Forester to perform advanced professional forestry work in field and office, ensuring compliance with standards for pruning, planting, removal, and replacement of trees. You will supervise contractor work, coordinate with engineers and developers, and oversee inspections and field surveys to assess tree health and project impacts.

Qualifications include a master’s or bachelor’s in forestry with related experience, or an associate degree with several years of forestry

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in forestry or related subject, or a bachelor’s in forestry with one year of professional forestry/arboricultural experience, or an associate degree with three years of experience.
• A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to the above options, with at least an associate degree in forestry or related subject.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced professional forestry functions in field and office under supervision.
• Enforce Parks Department standards for tree pruning, removal, planting, and replacement.
• Assess work by contractors and supervise forestry activities.
• Consult with engineers, developers, and contractors on projects.
• Schedule and supervise inspections and field surveys for tree health and construction impacts.
• Manage forestry contracts including maintenance, removal, planting, sidewalk repair, and invasive species removal.

Skills

Forestry knowledge

Field survey skills

Contract coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree, forestry

Bachelor's degree, forestry + 1 year experience

Associate degree, forestry + 3 years experience

Education/experience equivalent

Tools

NY Driver License

GIS

Contract management software

Job description

Job Description

The mission of the Environment and Planning Division is to protect, restore, expand and manage New York City’s natural spaces and green infrastructure. The division is responsible for citywide urban forestry, ecological and horticulture initiatives.

Major Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, perform advanced professional forestry functions in the field and office; perform related work.
• Enforce Parks Department standards for tree pruning removal, planting and replacement.
• Assess work to be done by contractors; engage with directly and supervise employees involved in professional forestry activities.
• Consult with engineers, developers, and contractors on a regular basis throughout projects.
• Schedule, conduct and/or supervise inspections and field surveys to assess tree health, structure, pests, diseases and construction impacts.
• Compile and manage forestry contracts, including tree maintenance, removal, planting, sidewalk repair, invasive species removal and natural area restoration.
• Review schedules, reports and correspondence prepared by consultants, contractors, and other agencies. Perform field inspections to assess contract compliance and work outcomes.
• Review permit applications to assess impacts to trees and landscapes, advise applicants and agencies on designs and methods, and / or issue permits.
• Manage forestry databases used to track, monitor, and produce reports on budgets, productivity, accomplishments and program status updates.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and maintain working relationships with community boards, community groups and officials within and outside of the Agency.
• Coordinate community-based greening efforts and lead tree stewardship workshops.

Work Location: TBD

* Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

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Qualifications

1. 1. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject, or;
2. 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject and one year of full-time professional experience in forestry or arboricultural work or;
3. 3. An associate degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject and three (3) years of full-time professional experience in forestry or arboricultural work or;
4. 4. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1\",”2\", or “3\" above. However, all candidates must have at least an associate degree with a specialization in forestry or a related subject.

License Requirement

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.