What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager - Forestry (Dallas Water Utilities - STMW) Civil Service position at City of Dallas, TX?
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Job Summary
Performs moderately complex management or oversight activates for daily operations of an operating unit or functional program. Work involves establishing short-, mid-, or long-term goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, rules and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and developing and evaluating budget requests. Plans, assigns, and/or supervises the work of others. Works under limited direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Job Description
Overview
The Forestry Manager oversees the Forestry Crews and related operations responsible for the maintenance, care, evaluation, and assessment of tree health and
hazards. Collects tree inventory and data, approves street tree planting projects, works with Neighborhood associations to beatify the Urban Forest, and consults and trains other departments on tree best management practices.
hazards. Collects tree inventory and data, approves street tree planting projects, works with Neighborhood associations to beatify the Urban Forest, and consults and trains other departments on tree best management practices.
Essential Functions
1 Manages activities of staff and daily operations of the Forestry department and related activities; delegates authority and responsibility for assigned tasks to subordinates; identifies needed areas of change or development and institutes changes to improve operations; plans, implements, coordinates, monitors compliance, and evaluates policies and procedures; reviews and oversees work schedules of others all subordinate levels.
2 Establishes short-, mid- and long-term goals and objectives; develops and/or approves schedules, priorities,
and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.
and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.
3 Creates and verifies service requests; confirms schedules and assigns work to crews and other forestry personnel; approves tree planting requests and makes professional recommendations for species and planting locations; inventories and tracks street trees and various planting locations.
4 Coordinates and facilitates interdepartmental programs and related projects; drafts, writes, and monitors city wide specifications, manuals, and standard operating procedures for forestry care and maintenance; implements and oversees the Trinity Forest Management Plan, vegetation management, and restoration projects.
5 Monitoring and ensures the appropriate permitting for forestry related activities; enforces regulations for illegal dumping and coordinates with law enforcement and other agencies to handle illegal or non-compliant situations.
6 Monitors, manages, and oversees contract compliance for vendors and other personnel working forestry and horticultural projects within the City; oversees forestry service contracts, manages tree removal permits, and reviews building permits to ensure compliance with tree preservation requirements as specified by City Code.
7 Represents the program area at meetings, hearings, trials, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and
committees; testifies at hearings, trials, and legislative meetings as appropriate.
committees; testifies at hearings, trials, and legislative meetings as appropriate.
8 Performs all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
1 Knowledge of Forest Practice Guidelines and Best Management Practices.
2 Project management and administration pertaining to tree care and maintenance.
3 Knowledge of arboriculture; tree growth and culture requirements.
4 Tree risk assessment; construction methods and techniques that impact the health and safety of trees.
5 Public Speaking, Emergency Operations procedures, and storm damage clean-up.
6 Operational understanding of services and activities needed to maintain and grow a healthy urban forest.
7 Interpreting tree surveys, site, landscape, irrigation and grading plans.
8 Principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
9 Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the operational unit or functional program.
10 Establishing and maintaining strong relationships.
11 Supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
12 Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Forestry, Horticulture, Fire Ecology or Environmental Science field.
EXPERIENCE:
- Four (4) years of experience in the planning and management of urban forestry which involved two (2) or more of the following:
- Tree Risk
- Urban Canopy
- Heat Island
- Invasive species
- Reforestation and forest restoration projects and/or
- Safety/Forestry Operations
AND
- Two (2) years of supervisory/program management responsibilities
EQUIVALENCIES:
- High school diploma or GED plus eight (8) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Associate degree in any field plus six (6) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a non-specified field plus six (6) years of the required experience including two (2) years of the stated supervisory/management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements.
LICENSES:
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certification
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) or the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Municipal Specialist (must acquire within first 6-months)
Salary Range
$73,584.79 - $91,980.98
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
Questions? Contact our recruiting departments:
Civil Service - civilserviceinfo@dallascityhall.com
Talent - Acquisition hrtalent@dallas.gov
Questions? Contact our recruiting departments:
Civil Service - civilserviceinfo@dallascityhall.com
Talent - Acquisition hrtalent@dallas.gov
Salary : $73,585 - $91,981
