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Urban Forest Manager II

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Title
Urban Forest Manager II

Organization
NC State University - Facilities Operations

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The  Urban Forest Manager (UFM)  is tasked with crafting and executing the University’s long-term urban forest  strategy , alongside connected programs, initiatives, and partnerships. this function will report to the Landscape Maintenance and Operations Director and closely collaborate with the Urban Forest Committee. The UFM  develops and implements management plans, policies, and projects, prioritizing safety above all . this function adapts to evolving requirements,  sets measurable objectives for tree health and maintenance , and monitors progress accordingly. Additionally, the UFM supervises the 5-7 person Tree Crew, with direct supervision of the Trees Crew manager.

Key Responsibilities and tasks Include, but are not limited to:

   »Manage operational aspects of the urban forest , including supervision of maintenance staff.
   »Develop and manage annual budget  for tree health management and urban forest initiatives.
   » Track expenditures for removals and plantings, and  maintain tree inventory .
   »Develop and implement  an Urban Forest Strategic Plan aligned with the university’s master plan.
   » Seek funding opportunities to  support strategic plan implementation .
   »Review project plans  to ensure tree protection and new tree placement considerations.
   »Develop and maintain design and construction  guidelines for tree care.
   » Establish and maintain tree management  standards and specifications .
   »supervise tree planting, pruning, and maintenance activities.
   »Represent NC State  in urban forestry initiatives and public meetings.
   » Demonstrate strong  project management  expertise, facilitating effective teamwork.
   »Forecast  potential program changes and adeptly adjust strategies in response to emerging needs.
   » Establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus and local community and  conduct community education and outreach efforts .
   »Prioritize safety in tree health  and employee actions and provide guidance and safety plans for all tree-related work on campus.

Qualifications
Minimum Education and practice
Bachelor's degree and three years of practice in the area of assignment, of which at least one is managery or in a lead-worker capacity; OR an equivalent combination of training and practice.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
Comprehensive expertise of principles and practices of urban forestry, arboriculture, general landscape architecture, design and construction.
Comprehensive expertise of arboricultural practices, materials and equipment related to tree care and maintenance.
Comprehensive expertise of modern arboriculture and forestry used in university and street tree programs.
capability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
practice managing an urban forestry program.
Certification as a Certified Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture, Tree Risk Assessment Arborist, or Board-Certified Master Arborist certification required or the capability to obtain within one year.
practice with urban forestry management, asset inventory and development review.
practice crafting goals and objectives as well as developing strategies to meet them.
capability to build and cultivate strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
capability to lgain and adapt in an agile environment.
Desire to seek out, foster and implement change.
Public engagement and outreach expertise.
Demonstrate strong project management expertise, facilitating effective teamwork.
Forecast potential program changes and adeptly adjust strategies in response to emerging needs.
capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus and local community.

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Job Type
Full Time practiced

Location
Raleigh, North CarolinaUnited States

Posted on
2024-08-02

Expires on
2024-10-01

Desired Start Date
Not provided

How to submit the application:
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/204805

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Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Address: Raleigh
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Post Date: 08/03/2024 / Viewed 20 times
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Company: NC State University - Facilities Operations


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