Position	GF FORESTER URBAN
Employer	AUSTIN ISD
Contact	Name: Lucia Sewing Cole Email: lucia.sewingcole@austinisd.org
Qualifications	A Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Forestry, Urban and Community Forestry, Geography, or related field from an accredited college or university is required. Three (3) years of professional experience developing or coordinating urban forestry programs is preferred. A valid certification as an Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture or be eligible to sit for the exam within six (6) months of hire is required. A Tree Risk Assessment Qualified through ISA is preferred. Experience using ArborPro, ArcGIS, or similar tree inventory software is preferred. Incumbent must have a valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License. A valid Texas Driver's Licensed must be in possession at all times while operating a AISD vehicle. Two (2) years of supervisor experience is preferred. This position will attend relevant trainings and conferences. Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred. KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of: • Concepts, methods, and techniques pertaining to program coordination, management, and development and implementation. • Urban forestry principles and best arboricultural and horticultural management practices • Local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations related to trees. • Best practices applicable to data collection and data analysis • Public administration, personnel management, and fiscal principles • Current technology and trends in the profession SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Read, interpret, and apply land use/construction/environmental laws and regulations related to trees and urban forestry. • Read and interpret construction documents and CAD drawings.
Job Description	Job Description
Location	Austin, Texas
Closing Date	2/17/2024
Tags	Forestry