Urban Forestry Manager

Salary : $76,944.00 – $110,172.00 Annually

Location : Elk Grove, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2023-44

Department: Parks and Recreation Department

Division: Park Operations

Opening Date: 08/07/2023

Closing Date: 9/10/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking one (1) full-time Urban Forestry Manager in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Description
Under general direction, develops, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the operations of the District-wide Urban Forestry Management Program involving the care, protection, and conservation of trees located in District maintained parks, trails, streetscapes, facilities, golf courses, and public rights-of-way; provides technical advice and training related to tree and landscape maintenance activities; manages the effective use of program resources to improve productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to management in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

Eligibility List
Candidates passing the critical criteria and who meet the position’s minimum qualifications will be ranked based on their final score in the assessment process and placed on the eligibility list. Once the District has an established eligibility list, the list will remain in effect for twelve months and will be used to fill future vacancies.
Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.

• Plans manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the urban forestry management program, including the maintenance, removal, and planting of trees and shrubs.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; within division policy recommends appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of division budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.

• Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; negotiates contracts; administers contracts to ensure compliance with applicable specifications and service quality.
• Develops and maintains street tree inventory data and prepares work programs and planting specifications for the street tree program.
• Acts as liaison with other District departments, public agencies, and private organizations to coordinate policies and procedures relating to tree preservation, maintenance, or replacement.
• Identifies insects and diseases and selects appropriate treatment methods.
• Performs field evaluations and resident tree consultations.

• Reviews commercial tree planting plans, landscape projects, and irrigation systems; assists in recommending landscaping design.
• Prepares and presents staff and agenda reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
• Conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures, as appropriate.
• Serves as a liaison for assigned functions with other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces, as necessary.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in urban forestry management; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to District needs.

• Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Directs the establishment and maintenance of working and official division files.
• Ensures staff compliance with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. The education or experience requirement may be modified or waived at the sole discretion of the General Manager. At least one of the education or experience requirements must be met; however, both requirements cannot be modified or waived. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Education and Training:

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in arboriculture, urban forestry, horticulture, or a related field;
• Possession of a Professional Arborist Certification designated by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), to be maintained throughout employment.

• Possession of a valid California Department of Pesticide Pest Applicator License or Certificate (Category B), to be maintained throughout employment.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in urban forestry management, of which three (3) years should be in a manager or supervisory capacity.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment; certification must be maintained through employment.

• Must possess a valid California class “C” driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the District, and maintain it throughout employment.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of a comprehensive urban forestry program, including tree planting, species selection, maintenance, soil science, and tree pruning.
• Integrated pest management techniques.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation evaluation, and project management.

• Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
• Principles and techniques of supervision, training, discipline, and performance evaluation.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and management.

• Mathematical principles.
• Principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
• Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, District vehicles, and power equipment.
• Recent and ongoing developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.
• Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.

• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Current methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in good internal and external customer service.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar;
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Assign, review, and supervise the work of other employees; provide clear instruction and guidance on a day-to-day basis.
• Organize, implement, and direct urban forestry activities.
• Analyze problems that arise and recommend or implement solutions.
• Identify and determine the native of potential safety hazards and correct or institute corrective courses of action.
• Perform professional work in the development, administration, and implementation of an urban forestry program.

• Effectively work with groups and foster effective team interactions to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Effectively represent the District in contact with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Recognize common horticultural diseases and insect pests; diagnose and assess horticulture problems and recommend an effective course of action.
• Intermittently analyze work papers, reports, and special projects.
• Prepare and develop cost estimates related to work orders and various projects.

• Identify and interpret technical and numerical information.
• Observe and problem-solve operational and technical policies and procedures.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget.
• Interpret and apply complex policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; understand and apply environmental information as related to the implementation and operation of a variety of urban forestry programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

• Mobility: frequent sitting and use of keyboard; frequent standing for long periods of time; frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing ladders, crawling and twisting, while performing fieldwork; frequent pushing, pulling or lifting objects up to fifty (50) pounds while performing maintenance and repairs, loading trucks with supplies and equipment, and assisting with the set up of special events;
• Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent computer use; occasional color and depth vision;
• Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching; frequent operation of equipment such as, but not limited to, lawnmower, hedge trimmer, pressure washer, wire tracer, airless sprayer, irrigation controls, hand and power tools;
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person and on the phone or radio;
• Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision making and concentration, frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasionally works alone;
• Driving: ability to use fine and gross motor coordination for driving a variety of vehicles.

Typical Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Incumbents are exposed to noise, moisture, dust, vibrations and various types of weather including heat and cold. Basic cleaning of facilities may include exposure to cleaning agents. Work may take place and require travel in a vehicle to and from off-site indoor and outdoor locations throughout the District.

Supplemental Information

THE PROCESS:
Application Review- Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job, and other needs of the position. All applicants will be notified as to the status of their application after review of all applications has been completed.

First Interview- The most qualified candidates from the review will be invited to participate in an Oral Panel Interview tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, September 19, 2023.

Second Interview- The most qualified candidates from the first Interview will be invited to participate in the second Oral Panel Interview tentatively scheduled on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

Conditional Offer Procedures –Candidates selected from the process may receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of the following:

• Background Check:A State of California, Department of Justice criminal background check;
• Reference Check:Verification of work performance and employment history;

Appointment Procedures – Upon successful completion of the background check, candidates must complete the following before final appointment:

• Medical:A physical will be required.
• Work Eligibility:The District participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the US.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees:

• The District participates in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS);

• New members in the CalPERS system will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 62;
• Applicants who meet the CalPERS requirements for a “classic member” will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 55;
• All employees of the District participate in the Medicare portion of Social Security;
• Full-time employees receive generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave allowances.

ABOUT US

Cosumnes Community Services District serves an estimated 207,000 south Sacramento County residents in a 157-square mile area. Its award-winning parks and recreation services – including the operation of more than 100 parks – operate exclusively within the Elk Grove area of the District. Cosumnes CSD provides fire protection and emergency medical services throughout the District, including the cities of Elk Grove and Galt and unincorporated areas of south Sacramento County.

Our Vision: Be an innovative, inclusive, and intentional, regional leader committed to providing exceptional services that exceed expectations and enhance the quality of life of those we serve.

Our Mission: Cosumnes CSD is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the residents, businesses, visitors, and employees within our diverse community by protecting lives, property, and the environment through superior fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and special operations response; and by providing parks and recreation services through well-maintained parks and recreational opportunities for health, wellness, and social interactions.

Our Values:
Safety & Mitigating Risk – We protect District employees, as well as mitigate risk and exposure of the District and public.

Financial Responsibility -We are an accountable, transparent, and stable Agency as we provide quality services through progressive innovations.

High-Quality Workforce -We develop and train a high-quality workforce with emphasis on professionalism, diversity, equity and inclusion, succession planning, competency, and organizational growth.

Service to the Community -We deliver the highest levels of service to the residents, visitors, and businesses within the District.

Diversity, Equity & Access – We ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of District work.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Cosumnes CSD is an equal-opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, covered veteran/military status, marital status or any other status protected by federal or state law.

Cosumnes CSD Full-time employee benefits for the

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Do you have a valid California class “C” driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least five years of experience in urban forestry management?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience in urban forestry management. Specifically, what were your roles and responsibilities? If none, type N/A.

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Please list any licenses, certificates, or certifications that you hold related to the position. If none, type N/A.

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Do you possess at least three (3) years of supervisory or manager experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience with budgeting and forecasting. If none, type N/A.

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I understand that only a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included all current and previous work history and education. Additionally, I understand that responses to supplemental questions are a part of my official application. By checking “yes,” I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

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The application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed fully. An incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire will be grounds for rejection and cannot be revised after submission. Resumes may be attached but applications with “see resume” will be considered incomplete. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment. By checking “yes,” I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

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