Forester
Core
Advanced professional forestry functions including field and office work to protect, restore, and manage NYC's natural spaces and green infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC Forester
Builds
Urban forestry programs, tree maintenance, removal, planting, sidewalk repair, invasive species removal, and natural area restoration.
Domain
Urban forestry and ecological management
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tree health assessment, pruning and removal standards, contract management, permit review, database management, community engagement, workshop leadership
Preferred skills
Engineering consultation, contractor supervision, field survey design (via careerplan.io/jobs/3743990015792446-forester-at-city-of-new-york)
Technologies
Forestry databases, permit application systems
Responsibilities
Enforce Parks Department standards for tree pruning, removal, planting, and replacement; assess and supervise contractor work; consult with engineers and developers; conduct field surveys for tree health and construction impacts; manage forestry contracts and databases; review permit applications; respond to citizen inquiries; coordinate community greening efforts.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC