Assistant Forester

City of Detroit
MI 48226, MI Other
POSTED ON 5/18/2023 CLOSED ON 6/15/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Forester position at City of Detroit?

Under general supervision, assists with crew assignments, monitors crews and inspects work; assists in the inspection of trees and shrubs on streets and in parks to determine the location, type and condition; prepares general administrative reports.

1.  Directs and monitors the work of crews.

2.   Contacts, takes information from and provides information to the public regarding requests for tree service or general information.

3.   Surveys streets and parks to locate broken limbs, branches or other defects and issues instructions for clearing damage.

4.   Participates in the rotation of 'storm call' emergency duties.

5.    Conducts special forestry surveys and prepares related reports.

6.     Evaluates tree conditions.
 

Bachelor's Degree in forestry or related field of study.
One year of experience in forestry work that involved directing the work of crews and the treatment of diseases and control of insects that affect them.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Employees certified or promoted to this class must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Pesticide Commercial Applicator Certification in categories 3A, 3B and 6 as designated by the General Services Department.
 
 Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.Evaluation Plan
  • Interview: 70%
  • Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
  • Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
  • Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
  • Detroit Residency Credit:   15 point

Salary : $41,700 - $50,843

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