Urban Forester Ann Arbor MI

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Urban Forester in Ann Arbor, MI. This full-time role involves office and field-based forestry consulting, including tree inventories and management planning. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 1-2 years of experience. The position requires travel (up to 50%) and outdoor work (75%+). Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential.
Requisition Number: 56667 Company Name: DRG Inc Service Line: 1ENV - DRG Environmental Consulting Employment Type: Regular Job Type: Full Time Education Level Required: Associates Work Experience Required: 1 - 2 years Travel Expectations: Up to 50% Urban Forester | Ann Arbor, MI DUTIES: Perform office and field-based forestry and arboricultural consulting work for municipal and private clients. Support clients with day-to-day forestry activities, including but not limited to: tree inventories, vegetation and natural resource surveys, invasive plant species treatment and management, management planning, tree risk assessment and tree appraisal, recommend tree maintenance activities, tree protection and preservation plans, set up tree planting programs, review and facilitate tree pruning or removal contracts, observe or support vegetation management operations, respond to citizen-initiated tree requests, support the use of geographic information systems (GIS), implement software solutions, and write reports, letters, or memos in support of client needs. The majority of work in this position will take place in an outdoor or field environment (75%+). Position requires travel, often out of town or state (50%). Supports all aspects of project implementation including fieldwork, data analysis, report writing, project delivery, client interaction, and related administrative tasks. Typical clients include local, state, tribal, and federal government agencies, educational institutions, cemeteries, zoos/arboretums, non-profit organizations, and private developers. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:*Two or four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Environmental Science, Plant Biology or a related discipline or equivalent experience in a similar position is desired. *Certified Arborist credential or ability to obtain such within 1 month of employment. *Two years of experience in arboriculture, urban forestry, or horticulture is desired. *Excellent communication skills *Ability to work and hike in urban terrain and inclement weather *Ability to work unaided, be adaptable, and manage all project field tasks *Willingness to travel for work. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Full time position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. DRG offers competitive wages, excellent benefits and full-time position includes option to buy company stock after one year. Access to industry related training materials and Davey Extension Courses. Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Davey is Employee Owned. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply. The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 35 years and has more than 8,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-800-445-8733 ext. 1108 or at ed.help@davey.com. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-800-445-8733 ext. 1108 or at ed.help@davey.com.