Overview
Tree Protection Inspector Jobs in Oakville, Canada at Oakville
Reporting to the Supervisor of Forest Protection, the principal duties of the position include:
Job Responsibilities
Inspecting properties to ensure conformance with the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection, Site Alteration, Site Plan and other related by‑laws, policies and procedures of the Town.
Providing the public and other interested individuals with all necessary information and assistance relating to the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection and other forestry‑related by‑laws, policies and procedures of the Town.
Where by‑law contraventions are identified, interacting directly with the person(s) most likely to be responsible to secure compliance with the by‑law.
Where by‑law contraventions are not resolved satisfactorily, initiating a prosecution under the procedures set out in the Provincial Offences Act.
Manually and electronically recording the facts of all investigations in sufficient detail to support by‑law enforcement and prosecution.
Working with site‑alteration applicants and other Departments and local utilities to ensure compliance with the Town’s Private Tree Protection, Public Tree Protection and other forestry‑related by‑laws, policies and procedures during capital projects, site‑alteration projects and other construction projects.
Maintaining accurate written records of conditions, observations, inspections, etc. as required.
Attending Provincial Offences Court as the expert witness to testify and give evidence under oath based on investigation of by‑law contravention.
Maintaining the tree database including all documentation and tree permit application forms and tree permits under Public and Private Tree By‑laws.
Undertaking tree hazard evaluation in accordance with industry practices.
Undertaking tree appraisal in accordance with industry practices.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A 3‑year Diploma or Degree in Forestry or Arboriculture from a recognized institution with 3‑5 years of relevant professional experience in urban forestry.
The candidate must be knowledgeable with current accepted industry practices. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The successful candidate must be a Certified Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture. MLEOA certification considered an asset.
Proven experience in reviewing tree protection measures and arborist reports in site‑alteration and site‑plan applications.
Ability to read and interpret policy, procedures, by‑laws, land surveys and specifications is required.
Candidates must be resourceful, self‑starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
Proven experience in dealing with difficult situations and working within strict timelines.
Experience with conflict resolution and negotiating skills are required.
Excellent organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential as well as the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with the public.
Must have a working knowledge of Excel and custom forestry software such as City Works. Ability to learn AMANDA and GIS is required.
Must be willing and able to work in varying climate conditions.
Demonstrations of the foregoing qualifications may be required through written, oral and practical examinations.
Candidates must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License Class G minimum (standard and automatic transmission) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour.
Note:
Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration. The successful applicant, who is a new hire, will be required to provide the Corporation with a current drivers abstract (no older than 30 days).
The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal records check at their own expense dated within the last 30 days.
Applicants may be required to provide their own vehicle and transportation costs will be reimbursed at Town rates.
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Title: Tree Protection Inspector
Company: Oakville
Location: Oakville, Canada
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