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Environmental Inspection Specialist- Urban Forestry
Location: Austin, TX
Salary: $25.22 - $29.70 per hour
Apply at: https://austintexas.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/COA_Careers/job/St-Elmo-Service-Center/Environmental-Inspection-Spec_JR102443
Purpose:
Under limited supervision and using comprehensive knowledge, this position performs inspections and investigations of permitted land developments, construction sites, and businesses to ensure compliance with environmental/engineering codes, ordinances, and regulations. This position is responsible for projects and programs of diverse scope and complexity.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
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Inspects permitted land developments and construction sites for compliance with City environmental protection regulations.
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Performs site investigations and evaluates best management practices for erosion/sedimentation control and tree preservation and for compliance with landscape and tree ordinances.
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Performs final inspections of drainage facilities and other site improvements.
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Investigates and processes applications for ROW vacations, easement releases, and license agreements.
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Performs site investigations to evaluate need for additional staff support (i.e. involvement of biologists and geologists).
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Identifies locations of environmentally sensitive resources.
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Provides technical assistance and education to citizens, community/special interest groups, developers, etc. on environmental/engineering code requirements, ordinances, and regulations.
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Provides testimony and affidavits for enforcement cases. Issues directives and initiate enforcement actions for non-compliance with environmental and drainage regulations.
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Is responsible for projects and programs of diverse scope and complexity.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
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Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
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Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
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Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
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Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
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Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
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Skill in using computers and related software applications.
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Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
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Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Graduation with an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, or Natural Science, plus two (2) years of experience in a related field.
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Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ISA certified arborist
- Knowledge and use of tree risk assessment techniques.
- Knowledge of ISA & ANSI best management practices regarding tree care.
- Experience with public interaction / engagement
- Perform tree and vegetation maintenance using manual and gasoline-powered equipment
- Apply safety techniques with all equipment including chainsaws and power pruners
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