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CITY OF
JANUARY
2008
GR 69
|
TITLE: URBAN FORESTER
DEPT: COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
SUPV: BUILDING OFFICIAL
JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to
administer the tree ordinance regulations, provide consultation to
developers’ landscape architects, prepare tree surveys, provide technical
advice, and perform inspections of trees.
JOB SCOPE:
No supervisory or budgetary
responsibilities.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
& RESPONSIBILITIES:
The listed duties are essential
job functions that the position has been created to perform. The list of
duties is not exhaustive. The employee may be called upon to perform any task
that is implied from the listed duties or is within the scope of the job
summary.
OVERALL STRENGTH
(STR) DEMANDS:
__Sedentary (S) _
Light (L) XX Medium (M) Heavy (H) Very
Heavy (VH)
DUTIES
STR % TIME
|
1. |
Develop tree surveys and grade trees. |
H |
25 |
|
2. |
Consult with developers’
landscape architects concerning tree preservation and/or replacement
requirements, and provide technical advice in accordance with Urban Forest
Technical Manual. |
S |
45 |
|
3. |
Perform
field inspections to insure compliance with the tree preservation and/or
replacement requirements of Chapter 102- Vegetation. |
M |
25 |
|
4. |
Provide
technical consultation internally to various departments concerning tree
preservation and/or replacement. |
L |
5 |
|
PHYSICAL DEMAND |
CORRESPONDING DUTY |
|
STANDING SITTING WALKING LIFTING CARRYING PUSHING/PULLING REACHING HANDLING FINE DEXTERITY KNEELING CROUCHING CRAWLING BENDING TWISTING CLIMBING BALANCING VISION HEARING TALKING FOOT CONTROLS OTHER |
1, 3 2, 4 1, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 3 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 3 1, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2 1, 3 1, 3 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 3 1, 2, 3, 4 1, 3 - |
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1.
Must be able to collect and process field data for
the preparation of tree surveys.
2.
Must be able to prepare original drawings utilizing
computer aided drafting (CAD) programs or other suitable software.
3.
Must be able to read, understand, and communicate
technical data contained in Chapter 102-Vegetation, other ordinances, and the
Urban Forest Technical Manual.
4.
Must be able to effectively consult with licensed
landscape architects to provide them with guidance and technical information.
5.
Must be able to perform field inspections to
determine the health of preserved and/or replacement trees.
6.
Must be able to effectively deal with time
pressures, frequently changing tasks, the performance of multiple tasks at the
same time, noisy work environment when in the field, and tedious and exacting
work.
MACHINES,
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDES
Power
equipment, machetes, survey equipment, pruning devices and other tree- related
equipment as required.
PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Protective boots, chaps, hardhat,
gloves, eyewear, and other protective clothing may be required.
ENVIRONMENTAL
FACTORS
Extreme Temperature: SEASONALLY
Wetness & Humidity: SEASONALLY
Respiratory Hazards: SEVERAL
TIMES PER WEEK
Noise & Vibration: SEVERAL
TIMES PER MONTH
Physical Hazards: SEVERAL
TIMES PER WEEK
Vibrations: NONE
Other: NONE
HEALTH AND SAFETY
CONDITIONS
Mechanical Hazards: FREQUENTLY
Chemical Hazards: OCCASIONALLY
Electrical Hazards: OCCASIONALLY
Fire Hazards: ARELY
Explosives: RARELY
Communicable Diseases: RARELY
Physical Danger or Abuse: FREQUENTLY
Note: Tree surveying takes place often in forested area that has not
been cleared or under brushed. This can be both physically demanding and hazardous
such as snakes, poisonous vegetation, etc. Machetes or other sharp devices are
sometimes required to provide access and may present a hazard.
EDUCATION,
CERTIFICATION, & EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
1.
Must have a four year bachelor’s degree in
forestry, urban forestry, arboriculture or a related field.
2. Must be able to obtain International
Society of Arboriculture Certification within twelve months of employment.
3. Must have a valid Class C
driver’s license.
4. Must pass drug test and doctors
physical examination.
SIGNATURES
I have reviewed the above job
description and I understand the responsibilities and the essential functions
of the job.
____________________________ __________________________
Employee Date Director
Date
Frank B. Shockley, CF
Professional and Student Services
Coordinator/Instructor
Web:
www.sfasu.edu/forestry
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