Parks Dept - Urban Forester

JOB DESCRIPTION

CITY OF MUNCIE                                                Position No.:

Last Review:  3/2/2000

Effective Date:

Last Revision:  1/27/2017

FLSA:  Exempt    X    Non-Exempt        

Union Eligible:  Yes          No    X 

Position Title:  Urban Forester

Department(s):  Parks Department

Reports to (Title): Superintendent of Parks

Pay Rate $23.22

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Incumbent serves as Urban Forester and has the primary responsibility for implementing the Muncie Urban Forestry Program policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.      Ability to administers, develop, coordinate, monitor, and manage comprehensive Urban      Forestry Program.

2.       Provides technical assistance to individuals of tree and plant diseases and their eradication and control.

3.         Ability to instruct others in the safe use of tree maintenance tools and equipment.

4.         Provide instructions on methods and use of power equipment in the care of trees and other      vegetation.

5.           Develop guidelines of safe tree trimming and tree climbing practices.

6.         Monitors policies, procedures, and practices of the Urban Forestry Program, and maintain         accurate records of its implementation.

OTHER JOB FUNCTION:

1.         Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Incumbent performs primary duties in modern office environment and outdoors on public property.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of these that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

1.         Possess knowledge and experience in the application of urban forestry concepts.  (M)

2.         Ability to climb trees and use power equipment for care and maintenance of trees and other    vegetation.  (M,P)

3.         Ability to identify, analyze, and independently resolve routine problems.  (M)

4.        Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with city administration,   various city departments, the Muncie Urban Forestry Committee, and local organizations.         (M,P)

5.         Ability to communicate with members of the general public in a courteous and tactful               manner, both orally and in written form.  (M,P)

6.         Ability to work effectively as part of a project team.  (M)

7.         Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.  (M,P)