ARBORIST

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Community Services/Parks Recreation & Open Space

SUPERVISOR: Park Operations Manager

$5,000 NEW HIRE RECRUITMENT PAY AVAILABLE AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF 6 MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, manages forestry work to ensure the continuity and health of community trees along county streets, parks, trails, and related areas. Provides technical assistance to individuals and groups relating to arboriculture, insect and disease management, tree evaluation, tree risk assessment, planting cultivation, pruning, tree care, and other related duties related to the management of forest areas. Operates truck and/or powered ground equipment. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Four years’ experience in forestry, horticulture, or arboreal programs, including maintenance and installation.
• Certified Arborist (International Society of Arboriculture).
• Must possess or have ability to obtain within sixty days of employment and must maintain a valid New Mexico Class D driver’s license.
• Must possess or have ability to obtain within first six months of employment, and must maintain Community First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a New Mexico JS6 Journeyman Irrigation Certification within one year of employment.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment physical exam prior to commencing work.
• If in possession of a valid New Mexico CDL driver’s license at the time of application or if obtained after being hired, must successfully complete mandatory drug screening and subsequent random drug and alcohol screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree from an accredited college or univ...