Tree Inspector

Description

Hennepin County's Environment and Energy department is seeking two experienced Tree Inspectors to join the Forestry team. These positions will inspect trees on private property, work with homeowners, select planting stock options, plant and maintain trees, attend public meetings and educational programming, as well as interfacing closely with the public, University of Minnesota staff, City staff, green jobs providers, contractors, Productive Day crew leaders and their staff.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.

Location and hours:

These positions are hybrid and will be performed in the field and at the Hennepin County Environment and Energy Department at 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 700, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Typical work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022 to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment

About these position types:

These are limited duration, grant-funded, full-time, benefit earning positions, and will expire upon grant funding completion (estimated to be five years).

These positions are internally classified as an Environmentalist.

Click here to view the job classification specification.

In these positions, you will:

• Participate in planning efforts, engage, and collaborate with residents, municipalities, state agencies, educational institutions, volunteer groups and other organizations in support of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) grant activities.

• Meet with resident applicants for verification of relevant trees, verify species, condition, diseases or infestations, as well as structural deficiencies.

• Inventory trees and the associated tree issues.

• Work with applicants to select replacement trees and locations as well as reinspection of newly planted trees.

• Develop, use and update Geographic Information System (GIS) databases and maps in collaboration with county GIS staff.

• Create work orders based on information gathered during inspections.

• Monitor and report contractor performance to contract manager.

• Record and compile data based on federally mandated metrics.

Need to have:

• One of the following:

• Four years or more of experience in work related to the assignment.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in physical or natural sciences, environmental health, industrial hygiene, public health, engineering, public or business administration, or a field closely related to the assignment and six months or more of experience in work related to the assignment.

Current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification or the ability to acquire certification within three months of hire.Current ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certification or the ability to acquire certification within three months of hire.Minnesota Tree Inspectors license or the ability to acquire within 60 days of hire.A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County drivers permit.

Nice to have:

• Five years or more of experience:

• Planning or operating environmental programs involving inter-agency coordination.

• Working in urban forestry, natural resources or related work.

Experience:

• Conducting tree canopy assessments.

• Working with and overseeing tree and/or landscaping contractors.

• Working with diverse communities to co-develop strategies to address forestry or other environmental issues.

• Creating presentations and preparing written documents explaining technical concepts and information for diverse and non-technical audiences.

Knowledge of software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, GIS, and tree inventory management.Excellent problem-solving, time-management, communication and writing skills.Excellent organizational and project management skills.Ability to:

• Manage multiple active projects.

• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization, external partners, and the diverse residents of Hennepin County, including the preparation of clear verbal and written presentations.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, and other professions including teams comprised of individuals with diverse backgrounds, knowledge, and expertise.

About the department:

The Environment and Energy department protects and preserves the environment to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. We engage communities to develop and enact sustainable solutions. We focus on reducing and responsibly managing waste, protecting and preserving ecosystems, delivering clean energy and promoting environmental stewardship.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

Your future. Made here.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Talent Acquisition Division

Hennepin County Human Resources Department

HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us

612-348-7855

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work

• Public service

• Competitive pay

• Work-life balance

• Generous benefits

• Opportunities to grow

• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

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These positions are hybrid and will be performed in the field and at the Hennepin County Environment and Energy Department at 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 700, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Typical work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

These positions require a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes

• No

02

These are limited duration, grant-funded, full-time, benefit earning positions, and will expire upon grant funding completion (estimated to be five years).

Are you willing to accept these terms of employment?

• Yes

• No

03

Select the option below that best describes your experience and/or education related to this position. Check all that apply.

• I have four years or more of experience in work related to the assignment

• I have a bachelor's degree or higher in physical or natural sciences, environmental health, industrial hygiene, public health, engineering, public or business administration, or a field closely related to the assignment and six months or more of experience in work related to the assignment

• Neither of the above

04

Describe your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type "None" in the space provided.

05

What is your license/certification status? Check all that apply.

• I am a licensed Minnesota Tree Inspector

• I am not licensed as a Minnesota Tree Inspector, but I have the ability to become licensed within 60 days of hire

• I have current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification

• I do not have International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification, but I have the ability to become certified within three months of hire

• I have current International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certification

• I do not have International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certification, but I have the ability to become certified within three months of hire

• None of the above

06

How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have planning or operating environmental programs involving inter-agency coordination.

• I do not have this experience

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 year or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

07

Describe your experience planning or operating environmental programs involving inter-agency coordination, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

08

How many full-time equivalent years of professional work experience do you have in urban forestry, natural resources or related work?

• I do not have this experience

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

09

Describe your experience in urban forestry, natural resources or related work, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

10

Do you have experience conducting tree canopy assessments?

• Yes

• No

11

Describe your experience conducting tree canopy assessments, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

12

Do you have experience working with and overseeing tree and/or landscaping contractors?

• Yes

• No

13

Describe your experience working with and overseeing tree and/or landscaping contractors, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

14

Do you have experience working with diverse communities to co-develop strategies to address forestry or other environmental issues?

• Yes

• No

15

Describe your experience working with diverse communities to co-develop strategies to address forestry or other environmental issues, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

16

Do you have experience making verbal presentations and preparing written documents explaining technical concepts and information for diverse and non-technical audiences?

• Yes

• No

17

Describe your experience making verbal presentations and preparing written documents explaining technical concepts and information for diverse and non-technical audiences, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

18

Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)

• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)

• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County

• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee

• Hennepin County job notification emails

• Indeed.com

• Job fair or networking event

• LinkedIn

• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)

• Professional association (job board or email)

• Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

• www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com

• Other

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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.

Required Question

Agency Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepin.us/jobs