Urban Forestry Staff Assistant

CITY OF BLOOMINGTON

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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TEMPORARY PART TIME - Urban Forestry

OPERATIONS DIVISION

PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

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Employee reports to and receives assignments from the Urban Forestry Working Foreperson.

Performs a wide variety of urban forestry activities in parks, cemeteries, and public right-of-ways. Duties include tree planting, pruning, removal and other related maintenance. Additional duties:

· Operates chipper, water truck, and pneumatic tools in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner.

· Removal of litter and other debris from assigned areas as directed.

· Loading and setup of tables, chairs, tents, stages, etc. for special events.

· Other duties as assigned.

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· Working knowledge and skill in the operation of arboricultural tools and equipment.

· Working knowledge of mechanics and ability to perform inspections on vehicles and equipment.

· Must be self-motivated, and have the ability to interact and work well with the public and other employees.

· Must be reliable, punctual, have the ability to follow oral and written direction, and be capable of performing physically demanding work.

· Valid Driver’s License.

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Must be in good physical condition. Moderate to strenuous physical effort is exerted by the employee in the setup and operation of equipment; including frequent bending, stooping, and the movement of extremities to operate equipment controls and perform work tasks. Moderate to strenuous physical effort is frequently required for extended periods of time in the lifting, loading, and transporting of materials. Employee must be physically capable of lifting weights in excess of 50 pounds. Employee performs duties in and out of doors, in varying weather conditions, and is frequently exposed to unsanitary conditions, park users, and work sites near traffic, noise, dust, and vehicle and equipment fumes. Safety precautions used at all times to avoid injury.

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8 hours per day, 3 days per week, 7:30am-3:30pm. Some weekends required if emergency conditions exist. Up to 28 hour work week, except holiday weeks and during periods of inclement weather. Employees under age eighteen are subject to restrictions on both hours and prohibited occupations.

April – December

Term of employment not to exceed nine months.

Urban Forestry Working Foreperson, Urban Forester

: $17.69 per hour.

APPLICANTS APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK. DIRECT DEPOSIT IS A REQUIRED CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Anyone wishing to apply for this position must submit an application to Bloomington Parks & Recreation either in person during business hours (401 N. Morton Street, Suite 250), by mail (P.O. Box 848, Bloomington, IN 47402), or by fax (812-349-3705). Applications are available at the Bloomington Parks & Recreation Office and at https://bloomington.in.gov. Applications will be accepted through April 3, 2025.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

La Igualdad De Oportunidades De Empleo Es La Ley.

The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, veteran status, housing status and disability status in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using E-Verify. The City will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary the Department of Homeland Security, with the information from each new employee’s I-9 form to confirm work authorization.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: From $17.69 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18