Urban Forestry Field Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada City of Calgary Full time

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
- The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
- As the Urban Forestry Field Coordinator, you will liaise with internal and external interested parties and develops collaborative projects and programs to enhance Calgary's Urban Forest by building and maintaining strong partnerships with community groups, government agencies, and other key organizations. Primary duties include:

- Develop project scope/ plans, for other Urban Forestry field staff to implement. This will include recommendations on timelines, and resource allocations.
- Collaborate with field crews, volunteers, community, and other partners to ensure efficient and effective project implementation.
- Collect and analyze field data to inform and update on any program planning and evaluation. This could be completed using photos, sketches, written data collection, or GIS map updates.
- Liaise with interested parties and ensure information is disseminated to the correct people in a timely fashion.
- Manage partner expectations and resolve conflicts.
- Recommend appropriate permits, contracts, agreements to be implemented to formalize any relationships as required.
- Represent the organization at community meetings and events and respond to relevant 311 Service Requests from the public.
- Contribute towards production of improved strategies or processes that are applicable to Urban Forestry. This may entail working closely with other internal departments to produce solutions.

**Qualifications**
- A completed 2 year diploma in Horticulture, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in areas such as Project Management, Forestry or Horticulture, customer relations or related.
- Access to a personal vehicle for occasional business use will be required.
- A valid Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits, with no current suspensions or charges pending is required.
- Ability to obtain a City Operator's permit.
- Working knowledge of the following: Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software, financial management and human resource management are considered assets.
- Must possess a high degree of political sensitivity and business acumen with effective planning and problem-solving skills.

**Working Conditions**:This role requires traveling to various locations within the City on a weekly or bi-weekly bases.

**Pre-employment Requirements**
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
- Union: CUPE Local 38
- Business Unit: Parks & Open Spaces
- Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 24 months)
- Location: 111 17 Street SE
- Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $41.28 - 55.18 per hour (2024 rates)
- Days of Work: This position typically works a
5 day work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
- Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
- Audience: Internal/External
- Job ID #: 310783

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