Under direction, is responsible for assisting in reviewing plans for compliance with the City's tree preservation and landscape regulations as defined in the Development Code. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.
Work LocationDevelopment Services; 1901 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX (78207)
Work Hours7: 45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
- Reviews plans for compliance with the City's tree preservation and landscape regulations.
- Assists in coordinating with the public and City departments in the approval of permits as they relate to landscaping and tree preservation.
- Confers with landscape architects and developers to promote tree preservation in the preparation of construction plans and land development.
- Assists in making field inspections of diseased trees.
- Determines feasibility of preserving trees.
- Investigates violations and questionable tree preservation issues.
- Administers tree removal permits.
- Responds to and investigates residents' complaints.
- Maintains automated inventory of construction projects subject to the tree preservation ordinance.
- Coordinates with staff in the implementation of the City's tree preservation and landscape ordinances.
- Coordinates with field inspectors to ensure project completion in accordance with plan specifications and acceptable tree protection during construction.
- Assists in the development of educational programs.
- Assumes the duties of the City Arborist when necessary.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in Forestry, Arboriculture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of related experience.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications- ISA Certified Arborist.
- ISA Municipal Specialist.
- TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification).
- Knowledge of ANSI A300 Standards for Tree Care and ANSI Z133 Safety Standards.
Applicant Information
- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- Full-time City of San Antonio employees are allowed to substitute two years of related experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience. Effective July 9, 2010, external applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the job without substitution.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
- Knowledge of trees and landscape materials, including proper planting, pruning, and care techniques.
- Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations concerning tree preservation operations.
- Knowledge of National Arborist Association Standards for tree care.
- Knowledge of design and layout of plant materials and irrigation techniques.
- Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective public relationship with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
- Ability to interpret construction plans for compliance with tree preservation and landscape ordinances.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
- Working conditions are primarily inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations.
