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Urban Forestry Co-op Student

Urban Forestry Co-op Student

Halifax Regional MunicipalityHalifax, NS
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$22.00 hourly
Job description

9057BR

Urban Forestry Co-op Student

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the co-op position for one undergraduate or graduate-level co-op student from an Urban Forestry, Forestry, Biology, Environmental Sciences / Studies, Sustainability, or related field of study. This position is a fall co-op term (September 2024 – December 2024, inclusive).

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The holders of this position will support the oversight of contract based urban forestry programs in an operational capacity, with a primary focus on the municipality’s street tree planting program. This will include inspecting newly planted trees an adding them to an inventory via ArcGIS Field Maps. It will also include inspection and contract planning for stump removal and cyclical pruning contracts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist the Urban Forestry Contract Supervisor with the oversight and implementation of contract based urban forestry programs.
  • Conduct inspections (related to tree health and planting best practices) of newly planted trees and recently planted trees still under warranty.
  • Conduct a caliper tree inventory using tools such as GPS, diameter tapes other forestry field instruments.
  • Assess municipally owned land for planting eligibility.
  • Assist the Urban Forestry Contract Supervisor with creating planting, stump removal, and cyclical pruning work plans for the following year.
  • Assist in the coordination of UFMP implementation through the facilitation of effective planning and project management processes.
  • May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary Urban Forestry, Forestry, Biology, Environmental Sciences / Studies, Sustainability, or related field of study.

    • Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities :

  • Proficiency in and ability to maintain accurate records and quickly understand / work effectively with a variety of computer software programs (i.e. Microsoft Office, ArcGIS).
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work from simultaneous projects with competing deadlines.
  • Ability to thrive in a busy, complex work environment and be able to independently identify opportunities for program optimization.
  • High attention to detail, especially when it comes to managing large datasets.
  • Ability / willingness to work outdoors in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
  • Previous work experience in the urban forestry and or / municipal sector is an asset.
  • Candidates must have a valid Class 5 NS Driver’s License or equivalent.
  • Working knowledge of software i.e. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, GIS, etc.
  • General understanding and ability to apply urban forestry best management practices is considered an asset.

    • Security Clearance Requirements : Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

    Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

    WORK STATUS : Fall Co-op position, September 2024 – December 2024, inclusive

    HOURS OF WORK : 8 : 00am to 4 : 00pm Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week.

    SALARY : Non-Union, $22.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

    WORK LOCATION : 3800 Mackintosh St, Halifax, NS

    CLOSING DATE : Applications will be received up to 11 : 59 PM on August 6, 2024