Supervisor Urban Forestry (Urban Forestry)

  City of Hamilton

  Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Supervisor Urban Forestry
Public Works
Environmental Services
1301 Upper Ottawa - Forestry Yard

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Regular

UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 1041 Supv

HOURS Of WORK: 40.00 per week

GRADE: 4

SALARY/HOUR:  $38.149 - $42.388 per hour
*Note:  See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Superintendent of Forestry. Plan, organize and direct urban forestry work crews responsible for the maintenance of all urban forestry operations. Oversee the evaluation of and maintenance of municipal trees, implementation of the Tree by-law, Tree Planting Program, Utility locates. Coordinate works with Electrical Utilities as required. Take turn in rotation to be on call to respond to storm damage events on a 24 hour 7 day a week basis. Complete performance management evaluations of staff.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Proven demonstrated knowledge related to urban forest tree management, maintenance, and reforestation, normally acquired by obtaining a degree or diploma in Urban Forestry or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Additional training such as tree identification, tree risk assessment, and related certification is considered an asset.

Demonstrated ability to develop, direct and implement the delivery of urban forestry services by making use of significant management and solid leadership skills complemented by a resourceful and results-oriented attitude.

Must have demonstrated knowledge of computers and related technology utilizing MS Office and GIS software. A working knowledge of Asset Management Software and additional knowledge in tree management/maintenance software would be an asset.

Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills and time management skills, including the ability to co-ordinate staff requirements for regular, emergency and special services.

Must have a demonstrated knowledge of tree morphology, physiology and dendrology of those trees common to the Hamilton area.

Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills in preparation of correspondence and reports and administrative skills.

Proven demonstrated knowledge on equipment operation on a broad range of specialized equipment including aerial devices, stumpers, chippers, boom trucks, front end loaders, sprayers, chainsaws, hydraulic pruners and climbing gear.

Must possess a valid I.H.S.A. "Safe Operation and Maintenance of a Chainsaw" certificate. Valid  I.H.S.A. "Safety in Line Clearing" certificate is considered an asset.

*NOTE: Must possess and maintain a Class "DZ" Driver's License valid in the Province of Ontario and a point-free driving record and or record found to be satisfactory to the City of Hamilton.

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