Tree Planting Specialist (Botanic Spec II-Forestry) - Open Until Filled

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Tree Planting Specialist (Botanic Spec II-Forestry) - Open Until Filled

Salary

$37.07 - $47.30 Hourly

Location

OR 97217, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2024-00252

Bureau

Portland Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

02/26/2024

Closing Date

5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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The Position

Job Appointment: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am - 3:30pm

Work Location: In person at 10910 N. Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217. There is opportunity for limited remote telework. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here (https://employees.portland.gov/human-resources/people-culture/workplace-framework-and-requirements) .

Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position

Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview) for qualifying employees.

Union Representation: PROTEC17. To view this labor agreement, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) .

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

Position Summary:

Our Tree Planting Program is growing! We are hiring five Tree Planting Specialists (job class: Botanic Specialist II- Forestry) to increase the number of urban trees we plant and establish. These positions will have a significant impact on the future of Portland! We are striving to triple the number of urban trees we plant and establish in a few short years. Our goal is to coordinate the annual planting of 10,000 trees, with a focus on large, native, and evergreen trees in the right-of-way, private property, and parks.

Our program focuses on increasing tree canopy coverage in underserved communities. These include Black, Indigenous, People of Color, low-income, immigrant, and refugee communities. Our citywide tree planting strategy (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/705823) guides this effort.

Tree Planting Specialists manage complex urban tree planting and establishment programs. This includes the design, implementation, and closeout of planting projects in our planting programs, including the Free Street Tree Program (https://www.portland.gov/trees/tree-planting/free-street-trees) and Yard Tree Giveaway (https://www.portland.gov/trees/tree-planting/free-trees) . Each project step requires close coordination with internal and external partners, such as other city workgroups, contractors, and community groups. They also help train colleagues, delegate tasks, and provide feedback on performance. Tree Planting Specialists are leaders on our team.

Tree Planting Specialists work in the field and the office, all year round. Examples of field work include finding planting locations, leading planting events, and inspecting contractor work for quality control. Examples of office work include leading planning meetings, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

Successful Tree Planting Specialists have excellent communication, collaboration, and organization skills. They are flexible and eager to solve issues. They are motivated to promote environmental justice and collaborate with diverse communities. When it comes to trees, they are proficient in urban forestry practices. They also enjoy sharing their knowledge in accessible ways and are eager to continue learning.

Join us in our mission to create a more equitable urban forest! You will play an important role in shaping the future of Portland! Apply now to be part of our exciting growth and positive impact.

What you'll get to do:

• Manage tree planting programs to increase canopy coverage in underserved communities.

• Conduct field work to evaluate sites, choose the right species, train planting crews, and inspect work.

• Mentor and train support staff to survey locations, inspect nursery stock, and inspect contractor tree plantings. Create project schedules, check work quality, and provide coaching and feedback.

• Coordinate with property owners, contractors, and community partners.

• Communicate with the public by responding to concerns, providing customer service, presenting at public meetings, and fostering partnerships with community groups.

• Ensure highest quality tree procurement, planting, and establishment outcomes. Empower colleagues, contractors, nurseries, and volunteers to meet the same standards.

• Document each process by making standard operating procedures and contractor progress reports.

• Collect and interpret tree data in software, like ArcGIS, to track and communicate program progress.

• Create reports and maps to share information with contractors, community partners, and colleagues.

About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest:

Urban Forestry's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team (https://www.portland.gov/trees/about-urban-forestry) is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA (https://www.arborday.org/programs/treecityusa/) for 46 years; a Tree City of the World (https://treecitiesoftheworld.org/) and the Urban Forestry program is accredited (https://ucfsociety.org/accreditation/) by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists).

About the Bureau:

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Contact Information:

TroyLynn Craft

Senior Recruiter

troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov%C2%A0)

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Experience leading urban forestry projects, such as site evaluation, tree procurement, tree planting, young tree pruning, and/or tree establishment.

• Experience using GIS or similar software to collect and manage data for projects, reports, and maps.

• Experience working effectively with underserved groups (such as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, low-income, immigrant, and refugee communities) and communicating cross-culturally.

• Experience managing projects with multiple partners and diverse interest groups, such as community partners, contractors, and property owners to meet program goals and deadlines.

Applicants must also possess:

• A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12184) .

• The ability to perform both office and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

• The ability to sit, stand, and walk over uneven terrain.

• The ability to stoop or bend.

• The ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between February 26 - May 20, 2024. The recruitment will close earlier if the positions are filled.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.

Application Tips:

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.

• Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.

• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.

• Do not attach any additional documents.

• Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.

  Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Every 3 Weeks beginning the week of March 18, 2024

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.

• Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes#toc-examination-review) for complete information.

• Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Every 3 Weeks beginning the week of March 25, 2024

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): Beginning April

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: T he finalization of the offer of employment will depend on our successful identification and selection of a qualified candidates for the role.

Step 6: Start Date:

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values

• Recruitment Process - Work Status

• Equal Employment Opportunity

• Veteran Preference

• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

• Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)

• Carrot Fertility

• Wellness Benefits

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.

• Employee Assistance Plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Retirement

• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer

• Family Medical Leave

• City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) .

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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.

Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay questions with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.

Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

Have you read and understood all the information listed above?

• Yes

• No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.

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  Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)

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  The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)

• My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.

• You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.

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  Do you have Experience leading urban forestry projects, such as site evaluation, tree procurement, tree planting, young tree pruning, and/or tree establishment?

• Yes

• No

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  Provide a detailed example(s)of your Experience leading urban forestry projects, such as site evaluation, tree procurement, tree planting, young tree pruning, and/or tree establishment.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

  06

  Do you have Experience using GIS or similar software to collect and manage data for projects, reports, and maps?

• Yes

• No

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  Provide a detailed example(s)of your Experience using GIS or similar software to collect and manage data for projects, reports, and maps.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

  08

  Do you have Experience working effectively with underserved groups (such as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, low-income, immigrant, and refugee communities) and communicating cross-culturally?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Provide a detailed example(s)of your Experience working effectively with underserved groups (such as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, low-income, immigrant, and refugee communities) and communicating cross-culturally.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

  10

  Do you have Experience managing projects with multiple partners and diverse interest groups, such as community partners, contractors, and property owners to meet program goals and deadlines?

• Yes

• No

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  Provide a detailed example(s) of your Experience managing projects with multiple partners and diverse interest groups, such as community partners, contractors, and property owners to meet program goals and deadlines.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.

• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).

• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.

• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

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