Urban Forester & Tree Health Advocate

City of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Pool/recreation center membership

Job summary

The City of Conroe is seeking an Urban Forester to support landscaping and tree preservation plan review, permit analysis and field inspections under the Chief Building Official. The role emphasizes enforcing the Vegetation Ordinance, data analysis, report writing and public outreach to protect the City's forest resources.

Responsibilities include developing plans, educating staff and citizens, and maintaining strong working relationships while managing field and office duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban forestry, forestry, arboriculture, environmental services or related field and two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license or higher.
• Certification as an ISA Certified Arborist or the ability to become certified within 24 months of hire.
• Knowledge of arboriculture and methods, tools and equipment used in the care and maintenance of trees, plants and shrubs.
• Knowledge of plant and tree diseases and pests and their eradication and control.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and to make effective presentations to various groups and assemblies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand property surveys, platted boundaries, and easements, as well as metes and bounds descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Review landscaping and tree preservation plans, clearing permits and variance requests.
• Inspect landscaping in the field for compliance with the Vegetation Ordinance.
• Enforce tree ordinances and tree care policies.
• Perform field inventory, analyze data and compile reports.
• Develop, write and administer new plans, procedures and policies.
• Provide educational information to staff and citizens in oral and written formats.
• Prepare and implement a public relations program to protect forest resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban forestry / forestry / arboriculture / environmental services

ISA Certified Arborist

Texas Driver's License (Class C)

Data analysis

Public speaking / Presentation

Knowledge of Vegetation Ordinance

Arboriculture knowledge

Contract specifications

Excellent customer service

Team coordination / scheduling

Understanding property surveys & boundaries

Job description

The City of Conroe is seeking an Urban Forester to support landscaping and tree preservation plan review, permit analysis and field inspections under the Chief Building Official. The role emphasizes enforcing the Vegetation Ordinance, data analysis, report writing and public outreach to protect the City's forest resources.

Responsibilities include developing plans, educating staff and citizens, and maintaining strong working relationships while managing field and office duties.