ARBORIST - FT
Cityofnewburgh Ny, Newburgh, NY, United States
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 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
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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.
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DISTINQUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS This 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
noreply@seamlessdocs.com
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.
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