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City of Indianapolis · 1 month ago

Senior Forestry Analyst - DPW-Stormwater Engineering

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

The City of Indianapolis is committed to improving public spaces and infrastructure through its Department of Public Works. The Senior Forestry Analyst is responsible for managing the risk posed by public trees and ensuring the health and safety of users in public spaces, while maximizing the ecosystem benefits that trees provide.

GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit

Responsibilities

Utilizes expert skills to perform individual tree risk evaluations to determine the type of corrective work which is necessary and then prioritize the issue to determine the urgency with which the work needs to be completed

Also inspects issues related to roadside brush and obstructed sight distances and critical signage

Manages both the contracted street tree and park tree inventories

Includes management of data collection projects, review of incoming data and progress updates, issuance of work orders based on recommendations, and subsequent data revision based on updated inspections and completion of recommended work

Reviews and prioritizes incoming service requests, then assigns each issue an inspection priority and divides inspection work amongst all forestry staff depending on the demand, necessary skill set, and available resources

Supervises work of the dedicated Forestry Inspector and trains staff to perform inspections in a uniform and consistent manner

Works closely with DPW Operations Forestry Supervisor and Greenways Supervisor to assign work to the in-house DPW crews based on the need, crew capabilities, and resources available at the time

Manages implementation of work assigned to on-call forestry contractors on capital projects

Works with Code Enforcement periodically to review applications for Flora permits, providing expert level subject knowledge when necessary

Develops and manages large scale storm event response contract to be utilized in the wake of a major tree-damaging storm event

Participates in periodic reviews of forestry program's Standard Operating Procedures and safety protocols utilizing knowledge of industry best practices and subject matter expertise

Manages forestry data systems including data input, processing, analysis and modification to the street tree and park tree inventory databases

As needed, analyzes data on demand to produce budget projections based on data within inventories

Serves as interim program manager during periods of vacancy for the Manager of Urban Forestry position

Serves as an expert resource for other City agencies

Serves as an expert witness regarding inspections, tree biology, and tree biomechanics, helping to defend policy and reduce liability in legal proceedings involving tort claims against the City, when necessary

Serves as additional technical inspector, as needed, for specialized forestry enforcement issues being managed by Code Enforcement

Provides technical information and input for Land Stewardship, Parks Planning, Metropolitan Development, and Engineering programs

Serves on internal committees to periodically review and revise ordinances and regulations related to urban forestry and vegetation management upon public lands

Routinely serves as one of four weekly on-call supervisors that manage the DPW forestry crew response during non-business hours

Answers general questions from public regarding tree care and participates in outreach events to disseminate forestry best practices to the citizens of Indianapolis

Represents the City on non-profit event planning committees including Indy Free Tree, Trees for Tomorrow, Environmental Adventure Day, and the Indianapolis - Marion County Tree Board

Qualification

ArboricultureTree Risk AssessmentUrban ForestryGIS ApplicationsContract ManagementData ManagementField WorkCommunication SkillsSelf-Motivated

Required

Associate's Degree in Arboriculture and/or related field

Minimum of two (2) years prior urban forestry and contract/personnel management experience

Certification as an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist

Tree Risk Assessment Qualification

Strong written and verbal communication skill set

Ability to interact with citizens, City Administrators, and workplace colleagues in a professional manner at all times

Ability to learn new computer software and applications, including word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications

Ability to navigate GIS applications such as ArcView and ArcGIS and make basic adjustments and modifications to data as necessary

Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Valid Indiana driver's license

Job occasionally requires lifting (up to and over fifty pounds)

Field work including power tools (during storm response)

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Ability to work within a potentially varying work schedule depending on non-business hour response needs

Company

City of Indianapolis

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Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

5001-10000 employees