Associate Forester

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Associate Forester

Salary

$53,942.00 - $70,285.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20242522038GSDTRAADB

Department

General Services

Opening Date

12/23/2024

Closing Date

12/31/2024 12:00 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

8440-Teamster Local 214 Park Management

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for all phases of municipal forestry activities, including general park and playground maintenance work or is responsible for a large municipal nursery.

Examples of Duties

1. Supervises the activities of subordinates and a large number of crews engaged in all phases of municipal forestry operations including landscaping and general maintenance work.

2. Assigns work to, advises and instructs subordinates as necessary.

3. Inspects the work of crews in the field.

4. Ensures that proper safety precautions and regulations are followed with regard to workers, the public, and adjacent property.

5. Estimates costs and budget requirements.

6. Checks daily time reports submitted by subordinates.

7. Propagates, plants, sprays, and cultivates a wide variety of trees and shrubs in a large municipal nursery.

8. Devises new methods for meeting nursery problems.

9. Confers with superior and other department officials about the types of trees and shrubs best suited for city use.

10. Monitors the accuracy of records and accounts.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with a specialization in forestry.

Three years of experience in municipal forestry operations and related work, at least two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Employees in this class must possess a valid State of Michigan Pesticide Certified Applicator License.

Persons hired in this title shall be required to obtain a State of Michigan Commercial Drive License with a Group B Endorsement.

Successful applicants must meet physical standards prescribed by the Michigan State Motor Carrier Division and must possess and carry a valid current Medical Examiner's Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with the State of Michigan Motor Carrier Safety Act – 1988.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position

Supplemental Information

SUBJECTS AND WEIGHTS

• Interview: 70%

• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.): 30%

• Total Interview and Evaluation of (T.E.P.): 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 05/12/2023

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree with a specialization in Forestry?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Pesticide Certified Applicator License?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Please indicate your years of experience in municipal forestry & related work.

• No Experience

• 0 Months - up to 12 Months

• 1 Year - up to 2 Years

• 2 Years - up to 3 Years

• 3 Years - up to 4 Years

• 4 Years - up to 5 Years

• More than 5 Years

  04

  Please indicate your years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

• 0 to 1

• 1 to 2

• 2 to 3

• 3 or more

  Required Question

Agency

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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