Urban Forestry Seasonal Staff (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Seasonal

  Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/)

  Portland, Oregon, United States

Urban Forestry Seasonal Positions – Now Hiring
Applications accepted until March 9, 2016

Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry is seeking seasonal staff to work with its science and policy group conducting tree inventory and monitoring activities.

Tree Inventory Coordinator (multiple positions, job class is Community Service Aide II)

  • Conduct street tree inventory workshops with volunteers in Portland neighborhoods. This includes public speaking, training volunteers, organizing logistics, and checking data for accuracy.
  • Collect street tree inventory data, including tree identification, measurement, and assessment and site evaluation using paper forms and mobile ArcGIS.
  • Analyze data and write reports on inventory findings.
  • Visit http://portlandoregon.gov/parks/treeinventory for project details.
  • Additional duties may include conducting tree planting inspections and data entry.
  • Work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 7 am to 3:30 pm.
  • Position start date is April 26 and duration is approximately 6 months.
  • Pay rate is $16/hour.

Elm Monitor (one position, job class is Community Service Aide II)

  • Monitor Portland’s 2,000+ elm population for symptoms of Dutch elm disease. Requires travel throughout the city, visual inspection for symptoms, and recording inspection results.
  • Maintain inspection records, collect samples and send for lab analysis, and work with City inspectors and property owners during the removal of infected trees.
  • Collect tree data, including identification, measurement, and assessment using mobile ArcGIS.
  • Visit https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/424029  for project details.
  • Work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm.
  • Position start date is June 2 and duration is approximately 4 months.
  • Pay rate is $16/hour.

Desired qualifications:

  • Tree identification skills, especially non-native trees
  • Experience collecting and maintaining data, especially with mobile devices
  • Experience with ArcGIS and Excel
  • Ability to work independently
  • Organization skills and attention to detail
  • Writing and communication skills, including report writing and public speaking
  • Experience working with volunteers
  • University coursework in forestry, GIS, botany, or related subjects

Required for All Positions: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, must pass a criminal background check, and must be at least 18 years of age.