Deputy Director of Forestry

* ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* Major Responsibilities * Under the Borough Forestry Director, help manage all aspects of Parks' urban forestry program throughout the borough. * Assist Director in deployment of supervisors, climbers and pruners, foresters and other field and administrative staff as required. * Be on-call for immediate assessment and management of storm-related emergencies. Lead borough storm emergency response efforts to safeguard human health and property in the absence of the Director. Clear streets and sidewalks of tree debris and mobilize additional non-forestry crews and equipment as needed. Supervise storm emergency contractors if such contracts are activated. * Perform staff development and training regarding forestry data management system, tree maintenance, hazard and storm damage assessment, pests and diseases of trees and forestry equipment operation. * Represent the Agency at planning and construction meetings within Parks and with other agencies and private sector construction projects. Articulate and enforce Parks' tree protection policies. * Assist Director in management of street and park tree maintenance programs, including pruning contracts, tree and stump remove all contracts, emergency contracts, tree inspection and disease work, work prioritization and production to accomplish Agency goals. * Prepare briefings, reports, evaluations, budgets and correspondence related to Parks' borough forestry program. Provide regular updates on the status of various projects and programs, and ensure that projects are advanced in a timely manner. * Working with the Director and subordinate staff, ensure that all forestry work performed in the borough is accurately entered into the Parks Forestry Management System (ForMS) so that the database reflects the work being performed in that borough. Work Location: Queens How to Apply: All Applicants: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 685953. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. * Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 685953 on your cover letter and resume. NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 11/22/2024. Previous applicants to Job ID# 680883 are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request. nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW. For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov) Minimum Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with major study in horticulture, arboriculture, or landscape architecture and four years of full-time, paid experience in horticultural work of which two (2) years must have been in a supervisory, administrative, consultative, managerial, or executive capacity; or 2. A satisfactory equivalent. However, all candidates must have at least a high school diploma or evidence of having passed an examination for a high school equivalency diploma and one year of supervisory, administrative, consultative, managerial, or executive experience as described above. Preferred Skills 1. A master's degree from an accredited university with specialization in Forestry or a related subject. 2. Certification as an Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture. 3. Strong knowledge of Agency structure and divisions and/or government operations. 4. Excellent writing, supervisory, administrative and interpersonal skills. 5. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and ForMS. 6. Valid New York State driver license. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at Residency Requirement Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hiring for all other candidates. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Created: 2024-10-27