What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Arborist (13870, Grade 18) position at The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning...?
Description
- Do you love trees, working outside and want to be part of an innovative Urban Forestry program?
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is seeking an Inventory Arborist to work within Montgomery Parks Department. This position will work in the Arboriculture Section, part of the Horticulture Forestry and Environmental Education Division to collect and update data on the Montgomery Parks landscape tree inventory. This tree inventory is used to help guide tree management decisions such as tree planting, tree species selection for planting, tree removal, tree survivorship and assessing ecological tree benefits. The Arboriculture Section provides tree care and maintenance in Montgomery Parks countywide and coordinates several programs including tree preservation, green waste recycling, and hazard tree inspection and mitigation. We cultivate an environment of teamwork and respect with an ongoing dedication to performance improvement.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreational and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Behind the vast and diverse Montgomery County Department of Parks system is a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, 420 parks and over 37,000 acres of park land that serves a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington DC area. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/
Please Note: The salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Examples of Important Duties
- Uses tree inventory software to update tree size, location, and condition on existing landscape trees
- Collects data on newly planted landscape trees to evaluate tree health and survivorship
- Inspects newly planted landscape trees to determine need for structure pruning and performs pruning work as needed
- Uses tree inventory software to update urban forest patch forest stand information on a regular interval including tree species, tree size and condition
- Assists with implementing forest management strategies in urban forest patches
- Assists with monitoring landscape trees for pest and disease
- Performs QA/QC to ensure collected data is error free
- Knowledge of horticulture; tools, materials, and equipment used in field; safety; Commission activities, organization, policies and procedures*.
- Skilled in operation of vehicles; office equipment; personal computer; word processing, spreadsheet, and appropriate software; equipment and tools used in horticulture.
- Ability to organize work effectively deal effectively with the public; communicate effectively; train and direct the work of volunteers and others; and provide courteous service.
- Developed primarily after employment in this job class.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong tree ID skills.
- Experience working with data collection devices and GIS software.
- Enjoys working outside.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture or any related field.
- One (1) year of professional experience in horticulture or closely related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total five (5) years.
- Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
- Maryland State Pesticide Applicator License may be required within twelve (12) months of employment, depending on area of assignment.
Supplemental Information
Class/Specification: Horticulturist
May be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing.
Working Conditions
Work typically includes the following depending on assigned duties. Works inside and outside an assigned facility which may operate seven days per week. Works extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays. Some vehicle driving required. Work requires long periods of standing and walking, and recurring bending, stooping, reaching and similar activities. Work may also include frequent lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 49 pounds. Work involves exposure to moderate risks and discomforts, such as those due to adverse weather conditions such as high winds and low or high temperatures; irritating chemicals and noxious fumes during horticulture, pesticide and weed control activities; and poisonous insects, plants, or snakes. Work requires special safety precautions or protective clothing and equipment.
Very competitive and flexible benefits programs available!
Get to know Montgomery Parks and the opportunities available:
https://www.montgomeryparks.org/about/divisions/
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
