[MAIPC] Fwd: FW: Job Bulletin- Urban Forester IV

[Jil Swearingen]

See email for details! Please pass along to good candidates. Jil

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From: Keightley, Brian <Brian.Keightley at fairfaxcounty.gov>
Date: Tue, Dec 11, 2018, 4:25 PM
Subject: FW: Job Bulletin- Urban Forester IV
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The application for the Urban Forest Branch Chief position can be found
here, search ‘forestry’

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfaxcounty



Thanks, BK



Brian Keightley, Director

Urban Forest Management Division

Dept. of Public Works and Environmental Services

County of Fairfax

12055 Government Center Pkwy., Suite 518

Fairfax, Virginia 22035



W:  703-324-1770

brian.keightley at fairfaxcounty.gov



[image: Fairfax County Logo]

FYI- The closing date has been extended to 01/04/2019





*FAIRFAX COUNTY*
*invites applications for the position of:*
Urban Forester IV


18-02500
DPWES Stormwater Management



*SALARY: *

$35.56 - $59.27 Hourly
$2,844.74 - $4,741.24 Biweekly
$73,963.14 - $123,272.24 Annually

*Pay Grade: *

S29

*LOCATION: *

HERRITY BUILDING (B-2), 12055 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX (EJ26)

*OPENING DATE: *

12/08/18

*CLOSING DATE: *

01/04/19 11:59 PM

*POSTING TYPE: *

Open to General Public

*JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: *

*This job is being re-advertised. If you applied before you do not need to
re-apply to be considered.*

Serves as the Branch Chief for the Forest Pest Management Branch. Develops
and implements the Forest Pest Integrated Management Branch annual plan.
Presents annual plan to the Board of Supervisors for approval to ensure
compliance with the "Fairfax County Special District for the Control of
Forest Pest Infestations," and the integrated pest management approach
(IPM) to forest pest control. Coordinates monitoring and suppression
activities with various local, state and federal agencies. Reviews and
provides input on proposed forest health environmental legislation and
regulations. Represents the Forest Pest Management Branch at periodic Board
of Supervisors' functions, scientific seminars and civic gatherings.
Supervises, evaluates and trains the Forest Pest Management Branch
technical and professional staff in all program areas. Keeps abreast of
emerging technological, scientific, regulatory, social and legal issues
that may impact the urban forest. Communicates on-going issues and
recommends program level improvements relating to customer service,
regulatory effectiveness, interagency interaction, personnel matters and
capital equipment needs to the Urban Forest Management Division Director.
Participates in the development and implementation of strategic planning
initiatives for the division as a member of the division's senior
leadership team.

*EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: *

*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from
an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in urban
forestry, forestry, horticulture, entomology, environmental science,
landscape architecture, ecology, or related field; plus five years of
related professional experience in urban forest management and/or urban
forest program management.

*PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*

   - Two years or more years of supervisory experience.
   - Technical expertise and experience in communicating and resolving
   highly complex forest pest management issues among stakeholders.
   - Advanced knowledge of the science, principles and practices of urban
   forest management, including forest pest management.
   - Experience in or knowledge of forest insect and disease monitoring and
   control in a suburban area.
   - Program management experience including leading teams, budget
   preparation, and mentoring, training and coaching of staff.
   - Strong oral and written communication skills
   - Ability to work collaboratively with other county staff, civic groups,
   and state and federal agencies.

*CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED:*

   - Possession of a valid Certified Arborist certification issued by the
   International Society of Arboricultural within one year of appointment is
   required.
   - Possession of a valid Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer
   Services
   - Category 2 or 3A Pesticide Applicator Certification or the ability to
   obtain same within one year of appointment is required.
   - A valid driver's license is required.

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*
Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to traverse rough
terrain. Physically and mentally able to use all applicable personal
protective equipment in an outdoor environment; including hard hat, eye
protection, hearing protection, safety footwear. All duties are performed
with or without reasonable accommodation.

*NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:*
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal
background check and  driving record check to the satisfaction of the
employer.

*SELECTION PROCEDURE:*
Panel interview.

*It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination
on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran
status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment,
selection, and hiring of its workforce.*

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during
application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities
Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.



APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fairfaxcounty/default.cfm

12000 Government Center Pkwy. Suite 270
Fairfax, VA 22035
703-324-4900

HRCentral at fairfaxcounty.gov

Position #18-02500
URBAN FORESTER IV
EH



*Urban Forester IV Supplemental Questionnaire*





*

1.

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

[image: Checkbox] Less than 12th grade
[image: Checkbox] High school diploma or GED
[image: Checkbox] Some college
[image: Checkbox] Associate's degree
[image: Checkbox] Bachelor's degree
[image: Checkbox] Master's degree
[image: Checkbox] Doctorate degree

*

2.

Do you possess a degree in one the following disciplines? Check all that
apply.

[image: Checkbox] Urban forestry
[image: Checkbox] Horticulture
[image: Checkbox] Environmental science
[image: Checkbox] Agriculture
[image: Checkbox] Other - related field
[image: Checkbox] Other - non related
[image: Checkbox] Non applicable

*

3.

If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education
completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have
completed towards a related degree.

[image: Checkbox] Less than 45 quarter hours
[image: Checkbox] 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
[image: Checkbox] 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
[image: Checkbox] 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
[image: Checkbox] 180 or more quarter hours
[image: Checkbox] Less than 30 semester hours
[image: Checkbox] 30 to less than 60 semester hours
[image: Checkbox] 60 to less than 90 semester hours
[image: Checkbox] 90 to less than 120 semester hours
[image: Checkbox] 120 or more semester hours
[image: Checkbox] Not applicable

*

4.

How many professional level experience do you have in the areas in one or
more of the following areas: forestry, arboriculture, relating to urban
forest and forest pest management?

[image: Checkbox] None
[image: Checkbox] Less than one year
[image: Checkbox] One to less than two years
[image: Checkbox] Two to less than three years
[image: Checkbox] Three to less than four years
[image: Checkbox] Four to less than five years
[image: Checkbox] Five to less than six years
[image: Checkbox] Six to less than seven years
[image: Checkbox] Seven to less than eight years
[image: Checkbox] Eight to less than nine years
[image: Checkbox] Nine to less than ten years
[image: Checkbox] Ten or more years

*

5.

Which of the following program management activities do you have experience
in? Check all that apply.

[image: Checkbox] Development of yearly work plans for an organization or
program
[image: Checkbox] Long-term strategic planning for a program
[image: Checkbox] Preparation of a comprehensive natural resource
management plan
[image: Checkbox] Primary management responsibility for a department or
program area
[image: Checkbox] Preparing a department or programs annual budget
[image: Checkbox] Coordination of program activities with other County
agencies, other public agencies, and with the public
[image: Checkbox] Establishment of stakeholder relationships or
public-private partnerships
[image: Checkbox] None of the above

*

6.

Which of the following communication skills do you have experience in?
Check all that apply.

[image: Checkbox] Writing correspondence interpreting program policy and
procedures for internal staff and agencies
[image: Checkbox] Writing official correspondence in response to the
public, or other stakeholders.
[image: Checkbox] Preparation of technical reports using word processing,
spreadsheet, database, GIS, and presentation software
[image: Checkbox] Preparation of non-technical reports, public information
pieces, press releases, or other public education or outreach material.
[image: Checkbox] None of the above

*

7.

How many years of experience do you have in public work and/or
environmental services management?

[image: Checkbox] None
[image: Checkbox] Less than one year
[image: Checkbox] One to less than two years
[image: Checkbox] Two to less than three years
[image: Checkbox] Three to less than four years
[image: Checkbox] Four to less than five years
[image: Checkbox] Five or more years

* Required Question
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