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divh2FORESTER - 81361/h2pThe mission of the Environment and Planning Division is to protect, restore, expand and manage New York Citys natural spaces and green infrastructure. The division is responsible for citywide urban forestry, ecological and horticulture initiatives. Major responsibilities include performing advanced professional forestry functions in the field and office; enforcing Parks Department standards for tree pruning removal, planting and replacement; assessing work to be done by contractors; consulting with engineers, developers, and contractors on a regular basis throughout projects; scheduling, conducting and/or supervising inspections and field surveys to assess tree health, structure, pests, diseases and construction impacts; compiling and managing forestry contracts; reviewing schedules, reports and correspondence prepared by consultants, contractors, and other agencies; performing field inspections to assess contract compliance and work outcomes; reviewing permit applications to assess impacts to trees and landscapes, advising applicants and agencies on designs and methods, and/or issuing permits; managing forestry databases used to track, monitor, and produce reports on budgets, productivity, accomplishments and program status updates; responding to citizen inquiries and maintaining working relationships with community boards, community groups and officials within and outside of the Agency; coordinating community-based greening efforts and leading tree stewardship workshops./ppMinimum qualifications include a masters degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject, or a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject and one year of full-time professional experience in forestry or arboricultural work, or an associate degree from an accredited college or university, with a specialization in forestry or a related subject and three (3) years of full-time professional experience in forestry or arboricultural work, or a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to 1,2, or 3 above. However, all candidates must have at least an associate degree with a specialization in forestry or a related subject. License requirement: a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment./ppPreferred skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience working with the public, and ability to work independently./ppThis position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website./ppThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy./p/div

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