Tree management officer
Core
Manage, assess, and maintain public tree assets and preservation programs for a local government municipality.
Role type
Senior IC tree management officer (arboriculture)
Builds
Public tree asset management programs, urban forestry initiatives, and open space improvements
Domain
Municipal government / Urban forestry
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tree risk assessment, asset management, tree preservation processes, site inspections, technical arboricultural advice, contractor supervision, budget management, report writing
Preferred skills
White Card, Traffic Control Accreditation, Chainsaw Competency Certification, Herbicide Application Accreditation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct inspections of public tree assets to assess health, condition, risk, and maintenance; Process tree preservation applications including site inspections and permit assessments; Investigate tree-related incidents and property damage claims; Provide expert arboricultural advice to residents and contractors; Coordinate and monitor tree planting and replacement programs; Supervise contractors to ensure works meet required standards; Prepare reports and recommendations; Manage project information and budgets; Undertake risk assessments and implement corrective actions
Seniority
Experienced, hands-on IC